In the 12 months from April 2023 to March 2024 the Macmillan Welfare Benefits Service in Dundee has helped more than 1100 patients, carers and families across the city. By co-locating in health settings, particularly in Ninewells Hospital, advisers from Council Advice Services part funded by Macmillan Cancer Support have put £1,718,636 into the pockets of patients with cancer in that time.
The service now covers weekly outreach clinics in various wards and settings across Ninewells Hospital as well as one at Roxy Pot and Palliative Care at Roxburghe House and another in the Ardler Community Hub.
A cancer diagnosis can change a person's financial situation. It may mean you need to stop working, or work less. It can also mean spending more money on things like travelling to appointments or heating at home. But depending on your situation, you may be able to get benefits or other financial support. There are lots of benefits that could help you after a cancer diagnosis, but the system can be confusing. Our Welfare Rights Advisors are here to help.
Macmillan Outreach Clinics
Here is the list of our regular outreach clinics (as of February 2025).
| Cancer Clinic | Day and Time | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|
| Ninewells Hospital Ward 32 (Oncology) Gynaecology clinic | Mondays 1pm – 4pm | For Oncology outpatients (Gynaecology) |
| Ninewells Hospital Ward 34 (Haematology) clinic | Tuesdays 9am – 12pm | Based in the Haematology Day Area. Very busy. Telephone beforehand on 01382 431183/ 01382 431103 (Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm) to confirm availability. |
| Ardler Community Hub | Wednesdays 10am – 12pm | Drop in. No appointment necessary |
| Roxburghe House (Roxy Pot & Palliative Areas) | Wednesdays 1pm – 4pm | No Appointment Necessary |
| Ninewells Hospital Ward 32 (Oncology) Lung clinic | Thursdays 9am – 12pm | For Oncology outpatients (Including Lung, Upper GI and Radiotherapy) |
| Ninewells Hospital Breast Clinic Area (Level 7) | Thursdays 9am – 12pm | |
| Ninewells Hospital Ward 32 (Oncology) Skin Cancer clinic | Thursdays 1.30pm - 4pm | For Oncology outpatients (Skin Cancer) |
| Ninewells Hospital Dermatology Clinic Area (Level 8) | Every 3rd Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm | Links in with Dermatology Outpatients' Clinic times |
Contact Us
Email: macmillan.advice@dundeecity.gov.uk
Telephone: 01382 431103 (Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm)
Macmillan Welfare Benefits Service,
Council Advice Services, Corporate Services Department,
Floor 4, Dundee House, 50 North Lindsay Street,
Dundee DD1 1QE