13th Jan 2010

Sailing into 2010

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“It would be so lovely just to have some time out, away from this illness, hospital appointments and treatment.”

At Sail 4 Cancer we understand this feeling. When you are living with cancer, whether you are a patient or a carer, undergoing treatment or even in remission, everything seems somehow to focus on the illness. Just a day doing something different, being yourself again, feeling “normal”, can leave you refreshed and revitalized. When you have also tried something new and exciting it can be a huge boost to your confidence. It is for these reasons that Sail 4 Cancer take cancer patients, their families, carers and those recently bereaved on respite sailing trips.

Our respite programme for 2010 offers plenty of opportunities for people living with cancer to get out on the water. Whether you would like to spend time with family or friends relaxing in the fresh air, or if you would like to experience the exhilaration of wind and waves whilst trying a new sport, there is something for almost everyone.

We will have a variety of opportunities. To take a look at what's available in 2010 please read on:

Solent Day Sails: Sail 4 Cancer offers a variety of Solent Day Sailing during the summer season, leaving from Hamble, Southampton and Gosport to enjoy a relaxed day out on the water, with the opportunity to take the helm and enjoy the pleasures of sailing at your own pace. more details> Weekend Trips for teenagers: We work alongside the Rona Sailing Project to provide weekend trips for teenagers living with cancer and a chosen friend between the ages of 14 and 19. more details> Sailing Centres: Sail 4 Cancer works with a small handful of RYA accredited centres around the UK. These centres provide a basis for local families to enjoy the centre's facilities. more details> Holidays: This is a very popular option and we only have a very small number of places available each year. Please also consider the other options available. more details> Sail 4 Cancer Fun Day: Families need a break away from the stress of cancer and to have some good honest fun, so for 2010 Sail 4 Cancer is working with one of our sailing partners to provide a fun packed day out on the water for family groups. more details> Sail 4 Cancer Sailing Adventure!: Sail 4 Cancer are taking a crew to participate in one of the days of Cowes Week 2010 to experience at first hand the thrills and exhilaration of competitive sailing. more details>

How do I nominate someone to go on one of these trips?

Sail 4 Cancer works with a network of Macmillan Centres, medical professionals and cancer support groups, who nominate families and individuals for our trips in the belief that it will help them through a difficult time.

Sail 4 Cancer also accepts nominations through this website, so if you know someone who has been affected by cancer then you can nominate them here. (You are also able to nominate yourself!) Click here>

Please note that all nominations through our website are presented to a medical board for referral and will require signed forms from an oncology professional.

If you require more information then please do not hesitate to contact us on 0845 408 1849.

Story by Cathy Jenkins

For further information:

Email: click here
Web: www.sail4cancer.org
Tel: +44 (0)845 408 1849