Husband just diagnosed with Sarcoma. Is there anything we are entitled to or can claim?

Hello

My husband has recently been diagnosed with Sarcoma Cancer, we are still waiting for a hospital appointment to discuss surgery and treatment. Please can anyone tell me I am working fulltime and what to be able to leave and look after my husband until he is back on his feet.

What can we claim for, the government site isn't that helpful.

Many thanks

  • Hello Kacils

    I'm sorry to hear about your husband's recent diagnosis. It's obviously a difficult time for you both. Hopefully you won't have to wait too long for the next hospital appointment and the team will be able to give you some information about the next steps in his treatment plan. 

    In the meantime I wanted to let you know that Macmillan has some useful information about what benefits and financial support you may be able to claim. you might find it helpful to have a look at their benefits calculator but I'd certainly recommend giving their support line a call. I know they will be able to offer you some advice. 

    I hope this helps.

    Sending you both my best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator