BARNSLEY HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST - THE WELL FOR WELLBEING

The Well for Wellbeing is a support service for all Cancer patients in Barnsley. We have a range of therapies and groups for both ladies and gentlemen and include: 

Complementary and Beauty Therapy

We offer packages of wellbeing and therapeutic care, which consists of 6 free beauty or complementary therapies and is available to both ladies and gentlemen who are able to make a choice of treatments or take advice from the therapist on targeted therapeutic choices.

It is important to know that these therapies are not a replacement or alternative choice to conventional methods of cancer treatment, but are utilised to work in harmony with all other individual care.

At your first appointment a complete history will be taken and it is advisable to allow one hour for this consultation to take place.

The treatments available include:

• Acupuncture
• Holistic Massage 
• Indian Head Massage 
• Hot Stones Massage 
• Reflexology
• Reki 
• Oriental Massage 
• Shiatsu.

 Beauty Therapy Treatments: 

• Warm wax treatment for hands and feet
• Brow stenciling
• Manicure and general nail care
• Pedicure and general nail care
• Facials and skin care advice, 
• Colour Analysis 
• Make up and advice.

If it would be beneficial to continue with any of these therapies after your 6 free sessions, it may be possible to continue with a small donation.

Yoga

Our yoga teacher is well qualified and experienced in supporting the needs of our patients and you are welcome to join us in this relaxed environment. A small donation of £2.00 is appreciated

No experience is necessary and you can join in at your own pace.

Arts And Crafts

We have an arts and crafts group for people suffering with low level mental health problems, call The Well for more information and dates.

Support Groups

We have support groups for patients and carers to come along for a relaxed chat over tea and cake. Call The Well for more information and dates.