Children & Young People’s Service

For children & young people affected by cancer.

At Cavendish Cancer Care, we understand that a diagnosis of cancer affects the whole family. Our Children & Young People’s Service offers specialist emotional and therapeutic support for those aged 4 to 18, whether they are living with cancer themselves, coping with a diagnosis in the family, or grieving the loss of a loved one.

We work with children and families primarily across South Yorkshire and North East Derbyshire, creating a safe and nurturing space where young people can express their feelings, make sense of their experiences, and begin to move forward with their lives.

Tailored, Professional Support

Our team of highly qualified therapists brings expertise in:
• Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Art Therapy
• Non-Directive Play Therapy
• Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy

With a strong foundation in child development, attachment theory, and developmental trauma, our therapists tailor their approach to meet each child’s unique needs. We also offer guidance and support for parents and carers, helping the whole family feel more confident and connected.

What to Expect

We offer short-term therapeutic support — up to ten sessions in total. This includes:
• An initial consultation with a parent or carer
• A series of one-to-one sessions with the young person
• A final review meeting to reflect on progress and next steps

Where appropriate, we may also offer joint sessions for children and their parent or carer.

Whether you’re a young person facing the challenges of cancer, or a parent looking for support, our team is here to help — with empathy, experience, and care.

If you are looking for support please leave your details on the form below (scroll down for form) or if you are unable to do this please call us or email info@cavcare.org.uk.

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Please note Cavendish is not an urgent care or crisis support service.

If you are in need of urgent or specialist mental health support/advice please see information below :

Contact your GP
Call: NHS 111 and select the Mental health Option (callers will be transferred to a dedicated mental health call handler who can signpost, manage queries and escalate to urgent and crisis service if needed).
Call: Childline 0800 1111
Text the word ‘Shout’ to 85258
If you are in an emergency and there is risk to life Call 999

Please provide as many details as possible

Name of parent /guardian completing referral*

Relationship to child*

Email*

Contact number of person making the referral*

We will need consent from ALL adults with Parental Responsibility for any child referred to us. Please add the names and contact details for ALL adults with legal Parental Responsibility.*

Name of Child/Young Person*

Date of Birth*

Address where the child resides*

Is the young person fostered/adopted/looked after by someone other than the biological parents? If yes, please provide details.*

Any agencies currently providing support or previously involved with the family e.g. Social Care, MAST, CAMHS, private therapy. Is the Young Person on any waiting lists?*

Name & address of GP. ( We are only able to support people registered with a local GP, we will only contact your GP if we feel you are risk to yourself or others)*

Name & address of school*

Is the enquiry in relation to a cancer diagnosis or cancer related bereavement – please provide details.*

Diagnosis/Type of Cancer*

Outline of concerns and reason for requesting support.*

Has the child been supported by Cavendish before ? YesNo

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring

If you or your child need any assistance with interpreting or translation services to better understand or communicate during our conversations please let us know your preferred language here

All the following information will be kept anonymously and confidentially and used only for monitoring purposes to promote inclusivity.

Gender of Child/Young Person*

3. Is the gender the child/young person identifies with the same as your gender registered at birth?*

Ethnicity

Ethnicity - Ethnic origin is not about nationality, place of birth or citizenship. It is about the group to which you perceive you belong

Asian or Asian British

Any other Asian background, please write in:

Black, African, Caribbean or Black British

Any other Black, African or Caribbean background, please write in:

Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

Any other Mixed or Multiple ethnic background, please write in:

White

Any other White background, please write in:

Disability/Health Conditions and Caring

Do you consider your child/young person to have a disability or health condition?*

Other please detail

Does your child/young person have caring responsibilities? (e.g., for children, elderly relatives, or others)*

What is your religion/belief?

Please select*

Other please write in

A little more about your child

In the last few weeks how much has your child been able to go about their usual day-to-day activities?(1 is not at all, 10 is all the time)*

In the last few weeks how would you rate your child's overall emotional wellbeing? (1 is as bad as it can be, 10 is as good as it can be)*

In the last few weeks how would you rate your child's relationships with family? (1 is as bad as it can be, 10 is as good as it can be)*

In the last few weeks how much have you felt able to support your child? (1 is not at all, 10 is all the time)*

When is a good time to contact you

We are available Wed-Fri 9.30 - 5.30 please tell us when is a good time to try and get back to you* Morning LunchtimeAfternoon

Or let us know a specific time/day

Do you require a downstairs room or do you have any other access needs we need to consider?

Checkbox*

As part of our ongoing work to secure funding and improve our service, we would like to contact you by phone or email in the future so you can share your views on our service, how it has impacted you and how it could be improved. You can opt out at any time. If you would prefer NOT to be contacted about this, please tick this box

We will store and use your data in line with standard GDPR regulations to ensure we provide an effective service and for evaluation and funding purposes. Further information can be viewed in our privacy policy If there are any risks to you or your children identified we will aim to address these in line with our Safeguarding Adults Policy and Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy

Counselling Directory

A directory of professional counselling and therapy services.

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Resources for Young People

Our directory of helpful websites and resources and support groups for young people.

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Meet our Therapists

Find out about the therapists who can support your family.

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Helen's Story

When Helen lost her dad to brain cancer at the age of 10, Cavendish gave her the one-on-one attention she needed. Counselling helped her to cope with her emotions and communicate with her friends.

Gabriel's Story

Gabriel lost his mum to cancer at the age of 15. He faced a lot of difficult decisions, like who he wanted to live with. He says Cavendish helped him feel safe and positive about his future.

Children & Young People’s Service

For children & young people affected by cancer.

Tailored, Professional Support

What to Expect

Please note Cavendish is not an urgent care or crisis support service.

Please provide as many details as possible

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Monitoring

Ethnicity

Disability/Health Conditions and Caring

What is your religion/belief?

A little more about your child

When is a good time to contact you

Counselling Directory

Resources for Young People

Meet our Therapists

Helen's Story

Gabriel's Story

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