Combating loneliness in Teenagers with Cancer

With your help we are breaking down barriers of isolation for young people living with and beyond cancer by taking our activities directly to them across the UK. Recognising the physical, emotional, and social isolation that often accompanies a cancer diagnosis, this initiative ensures that location is not a limiting factor for accessing vital peer connections and support.

Over the past three months, our team has visited Nottingham, Birmingham, Exeter, and Bristol, delivering tailored workshops and activities that focus on improving:

• Physical and mental health
• Social engagement and peer connection
• Opportunities in education and employment

Each visit was designed to reflect the unique needs and interests of the young people in those regions, fostering inclusive environments where participants could share experiences, learn new skills, and build confidence.

Across all four locations, feedback consistently highlighted the positive impact of connecting with others who understood the unique challenges faced by young people with cancer. One young person shared:

“I was surprised by just how much having peer support from other teens that have had cancer improved my mentality, I left feeling less alone and more positive about the future”

Teens Unite aims to expand the Combatting Loneliness project in 2025, reaching additional regions to ensure no young person faces cancer alone. Plans are already in place to visit many more locations including Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland in the coming months, further strengthening our national reach.

This project would not be possible without your generous support. Your contributions directly enable us to reach young people in need, providing them with the tools and community to thrive. We thank you for your continued belief in the importance of combatting loneliness and isolation.