Linc Charity
At a Glance
Linc is a local blood cancer charity supporting patients and their families across Gloucestershire.Linc is based at Patch in Gloucester and working alongside the Edward Jenner Unit at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and Linc Outpatients at Cheltenham General Hospital, Linc provides dedicated emotional, financial, and clinical support.
On this page
Core services
Emotional and psychological support
- Linc Counselling Service: Free, confidential counselling for blood cancer patients, partners, adult children, parents, and primary caregivers. Sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental space away from the clinical environment and take place in person at Patch in central Gloucester or online via Zoom.
- NHS Clinical Psychology: Linc funds a dedicated Clinical Psychologist working directly within the NHS Trust to support Haematology inpatients and outpatients at both Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Find out more here: Linc Psychology Service
Peer and group support
- Patient Support Groups: Regular, welcoming support groups providing patients and families a space to connect, share experiences, and reduce isolation throughout their cancer journey.
Practical advice and financial support
- The Linc Fund: A specially reserved fund offering quick-to-access, bespoke financial assistance for blood cancer patients and their families. This includes help with mortgage and rent payments, childcare costs, alternative pain management, or funding family days out.
Restorative spaces
- Linc Sanctuary Garden: Located right next to Cheltenham General Hospital, this outdoor garden maintained by a group of Linc volunteers offers a peaceful retreat for patients, families, and healthcare staff.
Clinical trials and research
- Clinical Trials Team: Linc funds a clinical trial nurse who work with the haematology team to offer patients access to innovative treatments and cutting-edge research studies.
How our service works
Free & open access: All services are completely free of charge thanks to donor support.
Self-referral available: Patients and family members can self-refer directly for counselling and financial support via the Linc website without requiring a GP or clinical referral.
Contact
Website: www.linccharity.org
Email: info@linccharity.org
Telephone: 01452 930155
Visit: Linc Charity, Patch, The Forum, 5-7 Cathedral Walk, Gloucester GL1 1DF
Our head office is a 5 minute walk from Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, drop-ins are always welcome Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, but calling ahead ensures we are free to chat!