There are many essential services which are needed to help with the process of dealing with Cancer. We specialise in the area and know which services are most important for the process. We offer those services so that you don't need to worry about finding them yourself.
Services Overview (by appointment)
All Visitors welcome
Here at Kerry Cancer Support Group, our door is opened to everyone. We are always happy to see people calling in for a cup of tea/cofee or a chat. Everyone is always welcome.
Person Centered Counselling
In an emphatice, accepting and non-judgemental environment the person can explore his/her concerns. Counselling gives us space to reflect, become empowered and find new perspectives on ourselves, oun our relationships and on the circumstances we find ourselves in.
Coffee Mornings
A group is formed and brought together in a non-judgemental & relaxed atmosphere. It is an opportunity for people being affected by Cancer to come together and discuss any issues they have with one another. The group is facilitated by a member of our volunteers.
Transport Service
A coach is run 5 days a week to bring patients
from Kerry to their appointments in
Cork University Hospital.
Free Bus Service from Kerry To Cork University Hospital
| Town | Location | OUTWARD Time |
|---|---|---|
| Killorglin | The Fishery | 8:00am |
| Tralee | McDonald's Car Park | 8:45am |
| Farranfore | Moriartys Shop | 8.55am |
| Killarney | Lidl Car Park | 9.10am |
| Glenflesk | Church | 9:20am |
| Kenmare | Kenmare Cross | 9:30am |
| Macroom | Old Triangle Restaurant | 9:40am |
| Cork | Cork University Hospital | 10:30am |
Spiritual Accompaniment
Spiritual Acccompaniment provides a safe space where confidentiality is assured and where the person of any religious persuasion is totally accepted. Sharing, in our time together, gives courage to explore areas of our lives which may be confusing and painful at times. Above all, it can give support in our search for meaning in life's difficult moments.
Complimentary Therapies
Reflexology
Reflexology is an alternative medicine. The practice includes massaging or applying pressure to the feet, hands or ears. The aim is to improve the general health and well-being of the individual.
Massage
Massage is a well known therapy that has existed for many years and is still used in practice today. It involves the use of different manipulative techniques to move the body's muscles and soft tissue.
Art Therapy
Art Therapy is an expressive therapy that uses a variety of art materials such as paints, chalk and markers, etc. It is founded on the traditional principles of psychotherapeutic theories. We believe at K.C.S.G. that the creative process of art is both healing and life-enhancing.
Reiki Treatment also available
