Our Stories
Cancer patients and their families are at the heart of what we do. Read a selection of inspirational stories from the people we’ve helped and hear from those who volunteer and support our work.
Derek’s Story
Derek, 67, from Bings Heath was diagnosed with grade five prostate cancer in March 2024 after visiting his GP to discuss troubles with his waterworks. Derek was sure something wasn’t ‘quite right’, so he was persistent and continued to visit his GP until a biopsy was done.
Colin Pritchard
Colin, 77 was diagnosed with prostate cancer in August 2022 and his treatment will continue until September 2025. Colin lived with symptoms for over 7 years before he finally got a diagnostic blood test.
Lyn’s Story
Lyn is a well-known Shropshire artist. She was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer that was picked up during her mammogram. She shares her story to encourage others to get tested.
Clare Roberts
Clare has been volunteering as a graphic designer for Lingen Davies, and she chose to support the charity after her dad was treated at the centre.
Don't forget the deadline to apply to join the Lingen Davies team is Friday, 14th February.
We are recruiting for a new COMMUNITY FUNDRAISING MANAGER and COMMS AND MARKETING COORDINATOR to join the staff team. As well as seeking eager new trustees to join our board in a voluntary capacity.
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Thanks to Lin Arthan from St Martins who recently held a musical evening in memory of her brother Graham. The event 'A Bit of a Do' was held last month in St Martins Institute and we were delighted to welcome Lin to the office for a cheque presentation this week.
Sadly Graham Arthan lost his life in July 2018, 18 months after being diagnosed with cancer. He had already undertaken some fundraising for us and Lin chose to continue in his honour 'because that's what he would have wanted'.
Thanks to everyone involved for the £2,300 donation -#lingendaviesd#inmemory
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Well done Lin, so very sorry to hear about Graham.xxx
**CAN YOU HELP??**
We're all really looking forward to next weekend's beautiful annual Snowdrop Walk and we can't wait to say hello to those visiting us at Winsley Hall.
But we are still in need of a few more willing hands to help make sure everything runs smoothly! If you're physically able to support us and can volunteer a few hours to help on the Saturday please email [email protected] or call 01743 49239#cancerservices #lingendaviesr#snowdropsg#getinvolvedo#givebacke#cancerawarenessack #cancerawareness ... See MoreSee Less
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