Supporting patients between appointments: a digital guide for cancer support teams

The space between appointments is often where anxiety grows. This practical guide and online checklist is designed for anyone working in cancer care or oncology who wants to strengthen support during that in-between time, without adding burden to already stretched teams.

Who this is for

For anyone working in cancer care or oncology, especially those supporting patients and carers outside clinic visits.

Why this matters

Between appointments, patients and carers often face:

Uncertainty about symptoms
Difficulty finding trusted information
Unclear routes for help or escalation

For teams, this can mean repeat queries, rising anxiety and avoidable pressure. Small changes here can make a meaningful difference.

Complete the short form below to access the free guide.

What the guide covers

A short, practical guide focused on everyday practice, including:

Why anxiety peaks between appointments
Common information gaps for patients and carers
Ways to provide reassurance without adding workload
How structured information improves continuity of support

No theory. No policy. Just what helps.

Open reflective tool

How well are we supporting patients between appointments in cancer care?

A short online checklist to support reflection across teams that uses simple yes, partly or no responses.

It focuses on:

Trusted information
Emotional wellbeing support
Symptom guidance
Carer inclusion
Clear escalation routes
Communication between appointments

Designed to support learning and quality improvement, not inspection.

What this is not

Not a product page
Not a sales pitch
Not a replacement for clinical care

It is about supporting patients, carers and teams more consistently between appointments.

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