Supporting you through your cancer journey

Free, compassionate support for anyone affected by cancer across the Western Isles - before, during, and after treatment.

How We Support You

Financial
Support

Clear information, referrals to specialist services, and care boxes filled with practical essentials to ease daily life.

Emotional Support

Clear information, referrals to specialist services, and care boxes filled with practical essentials to ease daily life.

Practical Help

Clear information, referrals to specialist services, and care boxes filled with practical essentials to ease daily life.

Therapies & Wellbeing

Clear information, referrals to specialist services, and care boxes filled with practical essentials to ease daily life.

Meet Our Team

WICCI supports individuals and families affected by cancer across the Western Isles. Our dedicated team and volunteers work across Lewis & Harris and Uist & Barra to provide practical, emotional and financial support within local communities.



Every member of our team brings deep local knowledge and a genuine commitment to supporting islanders through their cancer journey.

Lewis & Harris Team

Caroline Maciver

WICCI Manager

I joined WICCI in 2022 and, alongside my role here, I’m actively involved in a number of community organisations… See more

Norah Macphee

WICCI Coordinator

Joined WICCI in November 2024. Previously worked for Western Isles Citizens Advice Service, supporting…See more

Chrisanna Campbell

Oncology Massage

I have been a qualified massage therapist for 23 years. I’ve worked in Inverness, Lewis and London. I work part time as a therapist and also work with young adults…See more

Uist & Barra Team

Deirdre Steele

WICCI Coordinator

I’m Deirdre Steele from Lochboisdale, South Uist where I live with my husband and young son. I work part-time with WICCI as the Uist & Barra Co-ordinator. Now is a… See more

Sandra Mackinnon

Improving the Cancer Journey Link Worker

My name is Sandra MacKinnon. I am originally from Eriskay,  but live in Benbecula, happily, with my two daughters and dog. I previously worked with the NHS, within the School… See more

WICCI is supported by staff and volunteers across the Western Isles.

How Can We Help?

Whether you need support, want to refer someone, or wish to give — there is a place for you here.

Apply for Support

Access financial, emotional, and practical help. Anyone affected by cancer — patients, family members, and carers — can apply.

Refer Someone

Healthcare professionals can refer patients or clients directly to WICCI for specialist community support.

Donate

Your generosity funds grants, counselling sessions, and care boxes for people across the Western Isles.

Contact WICCI

Access financial, emotional, and practical help. Anyone affected by cancer — patients, family members, and carers — can apply.

Directory of Local Services

Navigating support during cancer can be overwhelming. Our new services directory brings together local and national resources in one place — so you can find what you need, when you need it.


Browse by category: financial support, mental health, transport, specialist care, and more. All vetted, all relevant to the Western Isles.

Making a Difference

Emotional & Mental Health

Practical Help & Transport

Therapies & Wellbeing

Specialist Cancer Care

Carer & Family Support

News & Events

September 2026 Events and Treatment Calendar

Come and join us in September for a variety of groups, therapies and supports. Lewis and Harris Support and Services

August 2026 Events and Treatment Calendar

Come and join us in August for a variety of groups, therapies and supports. Lewis and Harris Support and Services

July 2026 Events and Treatment Calendar

Come and join us in July for a variety of groups, therapies and supports. Lewis and Harris Support and Services

Making a Difference Together

Every fundraiser, donation and volunteer helps WICCI provide vital support
to anyone affected by cancer across the Western Isles.

Help us support more people across the Western Isles

Every donation — however small — goes directly towards grants, counselling, care boxes, and the services that make a real difference to people living with cancer.