Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey has documented a significant rise in demand for wellbeing support among cancer patients over a five-year period, according to its latest annual report examining organizational activities throughout 2025 and progress achieved between 2021 and 2025.
The charity recorded substantial growth across multiple support categories. Counselling and higher-level emotional-support sessions increased from 407 in 2021 to 835 in 2025, representing a 105% increase. Complementary therapy sessions demonstrated even greater expansion, rising from 405 in 2021 to 965 in 2025, an increase of 138%. In total, the organization delivered 4,253 support sessions to individuals affected by cancer in 2025, with 308 people accessing its drop-in cancer support and wellbeing centre without requiring referrals.
Steph Gibaut, chief executive officer of Macmillan Jersey, emphasized the human impact underlying these statistics, stating that each figure represents a person and family for whom support proved meaningful. She highlighted the organization’s transformation in cancer support delivery, noting earlier needs identification, more personalized care provision, and expanded emotional, practical and wellbeing resources.
A key organizational development involved implementing holistic needs assessments, formally launched following a pilot phase. These assessments evaluate physical, emotional, practical and financial needs early in a patient’s cancer experience, enabling the creation of individualized care plans. Financial performance showed the charity raised £963,090 in 2025 and invested £890,352 in its work. Over the broader five-year strategy period, the organization generated £4.38m in income and invested £3.44m in service delivery and development. Fundraising achievements included the Tour des Pyrénées cycling event, where 52 participants completed a coast-to-coast challenge generating £236,000.
Gibaut noted that while the organization takes pride in accomplishments achieved, demand continues growing and patient needs remain dynamic. The charity’s forthcoming 2026 to 2030 strategy prioritizes expanding emotional and wellbeing group support while broadening services for individuals living with and beyond cancer.
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