Bernie Byrne

Centre Head, Maggie's London

In my role as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Edinburgh I worked alongside staff in Maggie’s and found it an invaluable resource to offer to people I cared for in the oncology centre.

When my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer the Maggie’s centre had just opened and I suggested she drop in. Years later, and feeling well, she maintains that Maggie’s helped her in a way that no other support organisation has been able to.

I have worked as a Nurse in cancer care since 1988.  During this time I spent over 10 years as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in oncology in Edinburgh and Liverpool.

Catherine Nelson

Counselling Psychologist

Jay Shah

Benefits Adviser, Maggie's London

Within a few minutes of having stepped into a Maggie's Centre I realised that this is the place where I should be working. 

I have worked as an Advice Worker within the non-profit sector for over 16 years helping clients on a range of legal issues such as immigration, welfare benefits and housing.

Lorraine Gray

Complementary Therapist, Maggie's London

I love the environment and philosophy of Maggie's.

I've worked for eight years in an NHS oncology unit. 

Catherine Zabilowicz

Nutrition Sessional Worker, Maggie's London

I love the whole concept of Maggie’s, somewhere homely and welcoming with free expert advice on all aspects of coping with a cancer diagnosis. It is a wonderful place to work and I am so pleased to be able to offer nutrition advice as I feel it is a vitally important part of cancer treatment and prevention.

My interest in the role of nutrition in cancer was fuelled by my son’s diagnosis of leukaemia nine years ago. On the successful completion of his three-and-a-half year treatment protocol I decided to study for a degree in Health Sciences and Nutritional Therapy. For my thesis I undertook a study looking at the long-term effects of chemotherapy on the gut and how diet may help to counteract the damaging effects whilst enhancing immunity and the efficacy of treatment. Since graduating I have attended an advanced nutrition and cancer course run by Penny Brohn Cancer Care. I run my own practice in Surrey and work in the main with cancer patients. I also work part-time for a local authority delivering healthy eating advice to various community groups and schools and weight management courses.

Monique Proudlove

Assistant Psychologist, Maggie's London

Marcia Kenny

Relaxation and Stress Management Support Specialist, Maggie's London

Hilary Saw

Relaxation and Stress Management Support Specialist, Maggie's London

Julie Parish

Art Therapist, Maggie's London

Rosemary Creeser

Gardener and Garden Therapist, Maggie's London

I’ve maintained the Maggie's London garden and outdoor spaces since May 2008, with the help of a small group of skilled and highly committed volunteers. Being part of the team at Maggie’s is a dream job since I get to see first hand the positive impact that a sensitively designed green space can have on the wellbeing of visitors to the centre.

I also facilitate a monthly gardening group for centre users, both experienced and new gardeners. This is generally held on the morning of the last Wednesday of the month. As well as undertaking seasonal tasks like pruning and feeding, the group provides an opportunity for participants to expand their gardening knowledge and skills in a friendly and supportive environment.