Below are some of the fantastic testimonials and feedback we’ve received.
Service Users
‘’I cannot speak highly enough how it felt to have had you as my support. Every contact was met with politeness, skill, knowledge, and the understanding of all the processes required. They say that everything can be improved, I have found that Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support Group has reached distinction status.’’
“Since being introduced to your charity, I have benefited tremendously from the ability to associate with people with the same condition. The contacts are super-friendly and make it very easy to become part of the group. I enjoy participating in the fortnightly Social Group meetings, currently held on Zoom, in which we talk about whatever we want, but are kept in order (very gently!). I love the monthly coffee afternoons that have now become lunch sessions, where it is possible to meet face-to-face with a wide range of similar sufferers and their relatives.”
‘’Many thanks to all for the help and support given at our monthly group meeting sessions. But it goes without saying that your support and advice gave me the confidence and guidance to reach out for help and I can’t thank you enough. Again, many thanks and kind regards.”
‘’You provide a brilliant service for people like me, who are suddenly faced with a life changing situation and are unaware of the benefits that are available. Keep up the good work!’’
Medical professionals
‘I refer all my patients with a new diagnosis of asbestos related lung disease to the Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support Group for help navigating the minefield of compensation. I am sure that many would feel over faced by the prospect and never apply for compensation if the charity was not there to hold their hand, especially those without family members to help. Without fail, I have heard positive feedback from the patients, who almost all use Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support Group for advice, even if they have already started the process. They comment about the personal touch and being able to speak to a ‘real person’ which they find so incredibly helpful. Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support Group provides wisdom and experience as well as a sympathetic ear.’
Dr Clare Burton – Respiratory Consultant (Sheffield Northern General)
‘There are few certainties in life, but one of these is the universally positive feedback patients give you about the support provided by the Yorkshire and Humberside Asbestos Support Group.’
Dr Chris Barber – Respiratory Consultant (Sheffield Northern General)
‘As a Clinical Nurse Specialist supporting people affected by mesothelioma across West & North Yorkshire, I was aware of, and a little envious of the fantastic service SARAG provided in the South Yorkshire region. It’s therefore been incredible to play a small role in helping the organisation to expand, enabling this service to help those suffering from Asbestos Related Diseases across the entire Yorkshire & Humberside region.’
Simon Bolton – Mesothelioma Nurse Specialist for West and North Yorkshire
‘’The service offered to those with mesothelioma and lung cancer is second to none. They are there to offer practical help with finances and supportive care for everyday living. The feedback we get as nursing team is always positive, and for those that attend the support group, there is another dimension of face-to-face support.
For us as a nursing team, knowing that patients get gold star care and advice in what can be the hardest time of their life is so important. We value our close collaboration, and for me personally, with 20 years plus of association with the charity, there has always been a special bond, and I have a feeling that this will continue for many to come.’’
Helena Stanley – Mesothelioma Nurse Specialist for Sheffield