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It is important to note that Daft as a Brush cannot reserve our service for you. A referral must come from the hospital in advance of any planned treatments. Please speak with your consultant / nurse to request our service.
Call NCCC Main Number: 0191 233 6161
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Please see our contact details below, you can also direct your message to a specific person by clicking here.
Tel: 0191 28 55 999
Email: info@daftasabrush.org.uk
We’re open from 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Closed on weekends and public holidays.
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Your journey to recovery with Daft as a Brush
Daft as a Brush works closely with the NHS to support cancer patients by providing free, reliable transport to and from hospital appointments. Through referrals from NHS trusts and clinical teams, the charity’s volunteer drivers help patients attend chemotherapy, radiotherapy and follow-up visits without the stress or cost of travel. This partnership removes a major practical barrier to treatment, offering reassurance to patients and families while enabling the NHS to focus on delivering care.
Public support is vital to the work of Daft as a Brush, enabling the charity to continue offering free transport to cancer patients when they need it most. Donations, fundraising and your involvement from the community help cover essential costs such as vehicles, fuel, and coordination, ensuring no patient is left worrying about how they will get to treatment. Thank you.
A selection of helpful links and support
Freeman Hopsital
As one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, the Northern Centre for Cancer Care offers a wider range of specialist services than any other and have the expertise to treat any type of cancer.
Newcastle RVI Hospital
The Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle upon Tyne has been providing healthcare to communities in Newcastle and the north east for over 250 years.
Cramlington, Manor Walks
The Centre offers a wide range of outpatient clinics – all fully supported by Newcastle’s Diagnostic Imaging Services, including Chemotherapy.
South Tyneside Oncology
South Tyneside serve a population of almost half a million people and are very proud to provide a range of healthcare services.
Queen Elizabeth Oncology
The Acute Oncology Service provides support to cancer patients who are acutely unwell and have been admitted to hospital due to complications of their cancer, a suspected cancer, or due to their cancer treatment.
Lloyds Clinical
In partnership with Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Lloyds Clinical is based in the Westerhope area. Our centre offers free parking and patients can access clinical treatments for oncology that they would usually have to go to hospital for.
Patient Transport Service
As an alternative to Daft as a Brush, patient transport service (PTS) can be booked by you, your GP, hospital staff or a dedicated call centre.
Berwick Cancer Cars
Offering free transport to those with a confirmed cancer diagnosis living in Berwick & District to enable them to reach their cancer related appointments to both our regional hospitals and for specialist cancer treatment further afield.
Maggies Newcastle
Maggies centre was built in 2013. Sustainability is incorporated in its design, with a stylish roof fitted with photovoltaic panels. The interior features materials such as wood and clay, chosen for their warm and calming properties – perfect for the delivery of our cancer support.
Tynedale Hospice
Free Patient Transport Service by private car travel to help people attend medical appointments safely and stress free.
Macmillan Support
The Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care provides a free, confidential service to anyone affected by cancer.
Cancer Connections
Located in South Tyneside Cancer Connections is a charity dedicated to serving individuals and families suffering from cancer and its after-effects.
Cancer Care Map
Cancer Care Map is a simple, online resource that helps you find cancer support services in your local area wherever you are in the UK.
Embers
Embers is a charity established specifically to provide advice and support to people aged 18-40 who have received a diagnosis of incurable or terminal cancer.
Northern Cancer Voices
Join us in driving innovation and enhancing cancer service in the Region! Your donation fuels our mission to elevate patient experiences and advance research in cancer treatment.