Stories
Stories are at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're sharing your story around the kitchen table in a Maggie's centre, online or in the press. These stories bring people together, break down stigmas, open up conversations and build communities.
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Kate's story – setting up a tribute page is my way of giving back in memory
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Kate tells us how Maggie's supported her and her partner and how setting up a Tribute page is her way of giving back.
Rachel's story – Running 50 miles for Mum
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Rachel shares how taking on the Run 50 miles challenge in January helped keep her mum's memory going.
Ashley's story – I'm so glad to be getting back to normal
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Ashley describes how she came to terms with her shock diagnosis and how she found comfort connecting with people at Maggie's.
Rhys on learning how to talk to his daughters
Date: Friday 30 April 2021
Rhys explains how phone calls with Maggie's helped answers his questions about cancer and how to talk to his family.
Lisa's story – Maggie’s has been integral in my life
Date: Tuesday 06 April 2021
Lisa was told that her cancer was extremely serious and her life expectancy would be at best five years. Lisa has now survived ten years past her initial diagnosis.
Matthew's story – I had a fear of cancer
Date: Wednesday 31 March 2021
Matthew opens up about the importance of talking and how visiting Maggie's allowed him to do just that.
Rob's story – We built towards hope as a family
Date: Wednesday 24 March 2021
Rob shares how important Maggie's was for him and the family during and after Moira's death.
Helen and Phillipa on support after Mum's diagnosis
Date: Thursday 11 March 2021
Helen and Phillipa describe how Maggie's support was vital in getting them through such an uncertain time.
Jo on the positive impact of Maggie's striking buildings
Date: Tuesday 02 March 2021
Jo shares how she found the support she received at Maggie's invaluable.
Jane’s story - I wouldn’t have come into the centre if it wasn’t for Tim
Date: Tuesday 23 February 2021
Jane tells us how having a space like Maggie's and someone to talk to helped her come away feeling much better.
Phil on men's group and making friends
Date: Tuesday 16 February 2021
Phil tells us how joining the Men's Group helped him talk about anything and enjoy a few laughs with friends
Elizabeth’s story – Maggie’s helped me to think ‘Yes, I can’
Date: Tuesday 09 February 2021
Elizabeth tells us how finding Maggie's helped her turn a corner when she needed it the most.
The Andrews brothers' story – Maggie's was our sanctuary
Date: Friday 05 February 2021
Brothers Jake, Luke and Toby tell us how Maggie's helped them realise how important it is to talk about our emotions.
Kirsty’s story – I don’t do life by the half measure
Date: Monday 01 February 2021
Kirsty tells us how Maggie's has supported her and became a special place for all the family.
Sylvia's story – life in all its mess and beauty
Date: Monday 25 January 2021
Sylvia tells us how Maggie's became her safe haven and listening ear when she needed someone to talk to.
Christian's story – organising a funeral during coronavirus
Date: Wednesday 20 May 2020
Christian tells us how with Maggie's support he's found a way to continue fundraising in Grant's name.
Lynn's story – support for siblings living in opposite ends of the country
Date: Tuesday 12 May 2020
Lynn tells us how she found comfort in Maggie's support during a tough time.
Rod's story – there isn't a wrong way of coping
Date: Thursday 07 May 2020
Rod tells us how Maggie's bereavement support helped him after his wife's death.
Donna's story – support after my husband died
Date: Thursday 06 February 2020
Donna shares how Maggie's supported her after her husband died and why she volunteers at Maggie's Aberdeen.
Frank's story – I had to give up my career
Date: Tuesday 04 February 2020
Frank’s diagnosis forced him to give up his career, but with the help of Maggie’s, he’s adjusting to his new life.