Stories

Sylvia's story – life in all its mess and beauty

Date: Monday 25 January 2021

Sylvia tells us how Maggie's became her safe haven and listening ear when she needed someone to talk to.

Claire's story – online support has been a lifesaver during lockdown

Date: Monday 15 June 2020

Claire tells us how phone calls with Maggie's and her bereavement support group have been a lifesaver for her during lockdown.

Christian's story – organising a funeral during coronavirus

Date: Wednesday 20 May 2020

Christian tells us how with Maggie's support he's found a way to continue fundraising in Grant's name.

Lynn's story – support for siblings living in opposite ends of the country

Date: Tuesday 12 May 2020

Lynn tells us how she found comfort in Maggie's support during a tough time.

Rod's story – there isn't a wrong way of coping

Date: Thursday 07 May 2020

Rod tells us how Maggie's bereavement support helped him after his wife's death.

Donna's story – support after my husband died

Date: Thursday 06 February 2020

Donna shares how Maggie's supported her after her husband died and why she volunteers at Maggie's Aberdeen.

Frank's story – I had to give up my career

Date: Tuesday 04 February 2020

Frank’s diagnosis forced him to give up his career, but with the help of Maggie’s, he’s adjusting to his new life.

Willie's story – mindfulness for mental health

Date: Thursday 30 January 2020

How a mindfulness course helped me cope with the effects of treatment for prostate cancer and let to a new group of friends.

Christine's story – the support group was invaluable

Date: Thursday 30 January 2020

My Maggie's support group gave me the advice I needed.

Jim's story – finding strength in my support group

Date: Thursday 30 January 2020

My Maggie's head and neck cancer support group was a big part of my recovery.

Lisa's story – from visitor to fundraiser

Date: Thursday 30 January 2020

After Maggie's helped me, I wanted others to benefit.

John's story – being mum and dad

Date: Wednesday 29 January 2020

When John's wife, Hannah, was diagnosed with secondary cancer during her daughter's birth, John turned to Maggie's for support.

Pete's story – I learnt the importance of sharing experiences

Date: Wednesday 29 January 2020

I was so inspired by talking to other people at Maggie's that I helped to restart the head and neck support group.

Gill's story – 10k for Maggie's even though I hate running

Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020

Gill took on a running challenge to help other people the way Maggie’s helped her.

Laura's story – Maggie's helped me in my darkest moments

Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020

Newcastle mum finds solace in Maggie’s and runs the Great North Run.

Christine's story – raising money with cake

Date: Tuesday 28 January 2020

Christine hosted a Kitchen Table Day to raise funds for Maggie's and to raise awareness after her husband's death.

Dan's story - I was told I would never walk again

Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020

Dan came to Maggie's for support and now runs exercise sessions.

Carole's story - I felt lost when my treatment ended

Date: Wednesday 22 January 2020

After treatment finished Maggie's helped Carole find techniques to help her move forward.

Tom's story – Maggie's gave us financial breathing space

Date: Sunday 19 January 2020

Tom tells us how Maggie's helped when he and his partner were struggling financially.

Graeme's story – why I cycled 1,180 miles for Maggie’s

Date: Wednesday 15 January 2020

Graeme tells us how he wanted to raise awareness for Maggie's, but also raised an incredible £24,000.