Counselling
Other services
We are here to support you
Cancer affects everyone in different ways. All our services are available to your family members and loved ones to support them through this difficult time. Our services include programmes for children whose parent or significant carer has a cancer diagnosis.
CLIMB® programme for Children
For primary school-going age who have a significant adult who has been diagnosed with cancer. Climb is postponed until further notice due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Carers and relatives stress management programme
This is a four-week course for carers and relatives of people diagnosed with cancer.
The topics covered include identifying and managing the stress of dealing with the diagnosis, changing roles within the family, how to ask for support and tips to help put a self-care plan in place.
Talking to Children about cancer
Cancer is a difficult topic to discuss for most people.
This talk is suitable for any persons who are impacted by cancer and has children or teens in their life. It offers practical guidelines on communication with children and adolescents.
All of our services are free of charge
What we offer
ARC offers a range of complementary therapies free of charge in group classes and workshops.
Counselling
CLIMB® Programme for Children
Carers and relatives stress management programme
Open men's support group
Cancer Thrive & Survive
Open women's support group
ARC Choir
Stress management
Mindfulness
Our Stories
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Helen Cody
My cancer diagnosis affected every aspect of my life. My work, my physicality, my home-life, my plans. First, there was...
Rebecca Martin
I was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 43. It was a total shock to me as I was feeling completely fit and healthy with...
Pat Hickey
As a reflexologist working in ARC since 2004, my work and my understanding of reflexology in cancer care have evolved enormously...
Pamela McLoughlin
My name is Pamela Mc Loughlin and I’m 38 years old. I love running and had just ran the NYC marathon November 2017 so was such a...
Michael Nowlan
I now volunteer one day a week with ARC South Circular Road. Meeting new clients is a key role and the services provided by ARC...