Proton Beam Living Room

Welcome to the Living Room

The Living Room is a relaxed, open space for everyone. Here you’ll find our Support Workers, who provide nonclinical support and information on a wide range of matters. We also host wellbeing activities and information seminars – check the noticeboard or speak to a member of staff for details of upcoming sessions. 

Using the Living Room

• Open to all, any time
• Refreshments available – help yourself
• Comfortable seating, desk space with power outlets, and a quiet corner with reclining chairs
• Please note: the room may be busier during activities, and access could be limited at those times

The Living Room also contains a wide selection of free information booklets and leaflets. If you can’t find what you need, ask one of our Support Workers.

Support and Information

Our Support Workers are available Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30, on a drop-in basis. They are nonclinical staff who offer confidential support to any adult affected by cancer, including:

• Emotional impact of cancer
• Wellbeing advice and activities
• Accessing financial support
• Travel information
• Local support groups and services

Contact: uclh.pbtinformationandsupport@nhs.net 

Please note: any clinical queries will be passed on to your Specialist Radiographer. If you are 18 or under, please speak to your Specialist Radiographer, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Social Worker. 

Activities

The Living Room hosts a variety of sessions, such as: 

• Yoga, art, and mindfulness
• Talks on managing fatigue
• Life after treatment workshops

Check the noticeboard for the timetable or ask a member of staff. If you’d like to suggest an activity, speak to one of our Support Workers. 

Macmillan Support Line

If our Support Workers are unavailable, or you’d like specialist support, you can contact the Macmillan Support Line: 

• 0808 808 00 00 (open daily, 08:00 – 20:00)
• Text relay: dial 18001 0808 808 00 00 or use the Relay UK app (Google Play/App Store)
• Language support: state your preferred language in English, and you’ll be connected to an interpreter

Visit macmillan.org.uk for more information on Macmillan’s services.