Workshops and talks
Cut through the confusion around food and cancer. Come and join Registered Nutritionist Meg Butler (ANutr) for this nutrition workshop, tackling common myths and misinformation, separating fact from fiction using evidence-based guidance. Learn the truth about nutrition and cancer, and leave with practical, realistic information you can trust.
🗓️ Date: Thursday 15th May
🕙 Time: 10:00 am
This month, Nutritionist Meg Butler will explore stress free portion sizes – without counting or weighing. Meg will teach you how to recognise appropriate portions, tune into hunger and fullness cues, and build balanced meals that actually satisfy – so you can eat with confidence and flexibility.
📍 Location: Cancer Support Centre, Sutton Coldfield
💰 Cost: No charge, but donations are very welcome to support our services, our card machine will be available! 😉
No need to book, just turn up.
The June workshop will be on Thursday 18th June and will cover understanding food labels and navigating the supermarket.
💬 Here’s some feedback that we’ve had about the workshops:
‘I have attended lots of these workshops. Always beneficial and I learn something new every time! Thank you.’
‘I found that I learn lots each time, fabulous information! Thank you.’
‘I have been to a couple of sessions now. I have found them very informative and it is always nice to share ideas with others in the group.’
Thank you so much to Sutton Coldfield Neighbourhood Network Scheme for funding these workshops.
Join Will from quietnote to experience a mindfulness through music session.
This workshop will see participants working with mindfulness, calming music and meditations guided using live music.
A perfect way to understand mindfulness, relaxation and practical tips to help with your health journey.
Date: Running at 2pm every 1st Monday of the month (except 13th April and 11th May due to bank holidays)
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Cost: Free, but a donation of £5 would be appreciated.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Call us on 0300 012 0245 to book your place.
Here is some feedback about previous workshops:
‘The mindfulness session was very good having the music was excellent and helped with relaxation. Will was excellent in his delivery and future sessions would be very welcome.’
‘Wonderful session with Will.’
‘Will’s session was brilliant and totally relaxing.’
Thank you to Fairer Futures for funding these workshops.
The workshops will explore some of the challenges that come along when you lose a loved one to cancer.
Dates : Wednesday March 18th , 25th , April 1st (NO Meeting 8th April) 15th , 22nd , 29th
Time : Wednesday 2pm – 4pm
Location: Cancer Support Centre, Lindridge Road, Sutton Coldfield,
B75 6JB
Facilitator : Simon Carr from Cruse Bereavement Support
This will be a small group, places are limited to 6.
Please call us on 0300 330 2120 to book your place or for more information. Please try to attend all the sessions.
We’ve had some very positive feedback about the workshops:
“The workshops with Simon were really good, and helped me to understand me better.”
“The little exercises we did started conversations at home, and helped me to explain things to my friend.”
“I have made some really good friends, and I hope we can stay in touch.”
“Simon helped me to move forward. Thank you.”
🗓️ Tuesday 19th May 2026
🕜 1:30 – 2:30pm
📍The Cancer Support Centre, Lindridge Rd, Sutton Coldfield B75 6JB
No need to book, just drop in.
After the brilliant session last year which helped a number of clients, we have invited them back !!
Irwin Mitchell solicitors are offering an in-person drop-in session for anyone affected by cancer, offering advice on your legal rights and what to do if you feel something hasn’t gone as it should.
They will outline the complaints process, and provide guidance on potential medical negligence concerns, giving you the clarity and confidence you need to decide if you want to pursue a complaint or claim.
The session will be hosted by: Jenna Harris, Partner and Christopher Hurlston, Senior associate solicitor.
Wednesday 3rd June
1pm – 2pm
A Virtual online session
You need to scan the QR code to join the session
Covering benefit entitlement following a diagnosis and ensuring that you have the correct advice and benefits due to you.
Hosted by Melissa Davis
Senior Welfare Benefits Advisor
