What happens when you go to a Maggie’s Centre? Will someone greet you at the door?

Hi - I’m 18 years old and have recently been diagnosed with (at least) stage 3B melanoma on my neck. I have a surgery next week for a SNLB and wide local excision and I’m completely terrified but don’t really have any support at the moment. I was thinking about going to a Maggie’s centre sometime next week but I’m just worried because I don’t know what to expect. Does someone who works there greet you and talk to you when you enter the building? I just have this silly vision of me going in and just standing there awkwardly and not knowing what to do with myself. 

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  • My darling husband, daughter and l visited Maggie’s Centre in Cardiff and were welcomed with tea/coffee as soon as we went in. 
    lovely staff and volunteers and no pressure to talk - just the loveliest, calmest retreat for people to visit and relax. Lots of help and advice available from professional and a tour of the place at your leisure. Just sit quietly in the snug if you wish or chat to others or read a book. Everyone is so kind and understanding. A ‘hideaway’ from the hospital and treatment in peace and serenity. 
    Don’t worry - Maggies are places of love, care and support and help with advice on financial problems too. A place to seek out when you feel lost. Hope this help. 

  • Thank you so much - that is really reassuring and helpful! I’ll pop in next week before my surgery :) x

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