HELP... is on the other end of the phone, ring these experienced organisations

Some of our fellow charities are very active in setting up a helpline for patients and families of those touched with a brain tumour. We thought you'd like to know who they are and how you can contact them.

	The Brain and Spine Foundation helpline is a service run by neuroscience and other health professionals. The helpline covers all brain and spine conditions from fairly common to the very rare and can offer information and support on any medical or related social and emotional issues of concern. Helpline number: 0800 808 1000
	Brainstrust supports patients at the point of diagnosis, or at any point on this hard journey. They give practical advice about what you can do to take control of the situation, whether you are the person diagnosed with a brain tumour or a caring friend or relative. Advice is geared to each individual case and is based on a wealth of experience working with the brain tumour community, both in the UK and internationally. Please call 01983 292405 or email hq@brainstrust.org.uk. You will receive a response within twelve hours, but a response is often immediate.
	Brain Tumour Action provides support education, training and research for patients, relatives and professionals throughout the UK. The charity runs a Helpline which is open 24 hours a day and is manned by a trained counsellor. Helpline number: 0131 466 3116
	Brain Tumour UK's personalised, confidential support is available online, on the phone, by email and through support groups. Visit online or email for a personal, confidential response. Find support through Facebook and Twitter, too. The charity runs a Helpline on 0845 4500 386 from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, and is a member of the Helplines Association. To find a support group near you or speak to others through Brain Tumour UK's Phone Pals service, please email support@braintumouruk.org.uk or call 0845 4500386