News / CLAN’s videolink boost
CANCER Cancer Support is giving Shetlanders a chance to connect with support groups on the mainland via videolink thanks to two donations.
With money from client Liz Kerr and from local retailer George Robertson, the organisation has bought in a new smart TV to enable people to take part in video conferencing.
The charity, which offers support to anyone affected by cancer in the north and north east of Scotland, will also give locals the chance to watch presentations from guest speakers at its Aberdeen base.
Iona Mitchell, CLAN’s head of cancer support services, said the organisation hopes to use more video technology to further link up to rural communities to Aberdeen.
“One of CLAN’s key aims is to reduce the impact of a cancer diagnosis on people who live in remote or rural locations. Travelling to access information and support can be difficult both in terms of time and financial implications,” she said.
“Thanks to the kind donations from George Robertson Limited and Liz, our Shetland Myeloma support group has been able to link up with our support group in Aberdeen, which not only allows them to access peer support for what is a very specific cancer, but also benefit from specialist speakers which they would not otherwise be able to access.
“This is only the starting point for CLAN however. Our intention is to develop our use of technology across our community bases and work to really break down the barriers for those in rural locations and ensure support and information can be accessed as easily as possible.”
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