Westerhaven
Feel heard, find support and take things one step at a time
Westerhaven is here with information, advice and support to help you understand what you’re facing and manage what’s ahead. A cancer diagnosis or long-term health condition can turn life upside down — not just for the person affected but for the people around them too. Whether it’s your own diagnosis, someone you love, or a loss you’re still coming to terms with, finding your way through it isn’t something you should have to do alone.
Advice and Support
Come and chat to us when you’re feeling overwhelmed. We’ll offer practical support and advice to help you navigate what’s ahead, with links to trusted organisations, including ICJ, Cancer Card and VOCAL.
Physical Wellbeing
Explore small, achievable changes to your diet that can help give your body the nourishment you need to aid your treatment or recovery. Or speak to our team about joining one of our gentle exercise sessions run by our Positive Moves Service.
Counselling and CBT
Find a safe, confidential space to talk about the emotional challenges that cancer or a long term health condition can bring. Learn more about counselling and CBT here: Mental Wellbeing Service – The Health Agency
Complimentary Therapies
Take some time out. Enjoy a massage to ease your aches and pains, or perhaps join a sound bath for deep relaxation and relieve the build up of stress.
Workshops and Peer Support
Connect with others who understand what you’re going through and share experiences, tips and tricks. Join one of our workshops that have explored topics such as emotional resilience and mindfulness. To find out about upcoming dates, you can self-refer using the link at the top of this page, or get in touch via our contact details below.
Play Therapy
In partnership with With-Kids we offer a calm space for children affected by cancer and long term health conditions to express themselves, working through their feelings and experiences using play.
Accessible to Everyone. Supported by Donations
The Health Agency believes everyone should be able to access support to protect their health, wellbeing and quality of life. To help us continue providing wellbeing services across our communities, we invite people accessing our services to consider making a voluntary donation if they are able to do so.
Donations are entirely optional, and access to support is never affected by an individual’s ability or decision to donate. Information about making a donation is provided at your initial appointment, enabling you to decide what feels right for you.
Come and Join Us
If you’d like find out more, we’d love to hear from you.
Call us today on 0131 453 9400 or complete our referral form.