Testimonials
Please see our testimonials below to hear firsthand accounts of the positive impact Fortuneswell Cancer Trust has made on the lives of people in Dorset.
Fortuneswell Cancer Trust is a registered charity that works tirelessly to improve cancer services for patients in Dorset, primarily through Dorset County Hospital. They are run entirely by trustees, committee members, and dedicated volunteers, making your contribution directly impact those in need within your community.
By sharing their stories, our testimonial page allows you to see the real difference your support makes. We invite you to explore these testimonials and learn more about the lives you help transform.
Chemotherapy
| My father was a patient on Fortuneswell ward and very sadly, after spending a month on the ward, lost his battle with cancer. When he was on the ward he had a foot massage. He absolutely loved having this and was a break from all the medicine.. pain… doctors chat etc.. a bit of pure luxury for him. |
| Brilliant service & therapist is amazing and has really helped me through heavy chemo. |
| Excellent service from such a dedicated and professional team. Many thanks from a very grateful patient |
| I felt anxious the first time and reflexology that day definitely put me at ease. Since then I am not fearful of the chemo session and I really look forward to the reflexology. The human contact is also therapeutic. |
| Helped with sciatica, very enjoyable, thank you. |
| Helped shoulder muscle pain (intermittent) I was initially reluctant but persuaded (by Jane) and very pleased to have it, thank you. |
| Took over a year to convince metro try but really enjoy it now. |
| An unexpected addition to the “clinical” aspect of my treatment |
| I found the reflexology very beneficial and looked forward to it. |
| Pain I didn’t know I have it and after felt great |
| I really appreciate the sessions offered |
| Both times the practitioner was very supportive. I learned a lot about the benefits of reflexology and it was such a relaxing experience. |
| The reflexology is a brilliant addition to my treatment, this is my first cycle of chemotherapy this time round the reflexology helped on my first treatment, hopefully I will be able to have some more on future visits. |
| Thank you for the reflexology its helped me get over my foot phobia! Jane is amazing and very easy to chat with |
| I found it soothing for my tendinopathy and very relaxing and certainly helped with the stressful day, Thanks |
| The therapist and the team have been amazing, the treatment has been beneficial emotionally and physically, keep it up please. |
| Swollen ankles eased |
| Very relaxing therapist was great |
| I’ve been having chemo for 7 days a month for 3 years. The reflexology has been a great relief. The ladies are very professional but also very caring and friendly. I really look forward to my sessions so long may they continue for everyone. |
| Lady was lovely and it took my mind off things for the time while it was happening. |
| Great service, lovely! |
| A very good first experience, thank you |
| Helped with an ongoing ankle injury, extremely thankful for the support. Therapist was very knowledgeable. Thank you |
Radiotherapy
| Thank you |
| Excellent staff through chemo & radiotherapy. Kind, caring and professional |
| I was a little apprehensive about reflexology but I found it relaxing and soothing |
| Could have done with 1 more |
| Thank you for offering me this service |
| New to the experience and found every treatment very relaxing.before each session I would not have said I was anxious but afterwards my mind taken off the radiotherapy I felt so much better! |
| It made me feel very relaxed. I loved it!! |
| A few more appointments would have been ice but the 3 I had were great. I do feel the shoulder pain is much less than before. Thank you |
| Opportunity for very pleasant chat back & forth. Wife says Ive been better focussed afterwards that day! |
| It was lovely to have, also having the treatment explained as to what parts of the foot to relevant parts of the body. A great insight , thank you. |
| Very relaxing, soothing & warm, helped with anxiety, thank you. |
| Excellent service, thank you! |
| Both the actual reflexology and the associated”chats” were extremely stress relieving |
| I would like to have reflexology every day simply because it’s very pleasant. I don’t have any other conditions. |
| Very relaxing |
| A lovely extra alongside my treatment |
| Initially unsure of what the radiotherapy entailed but once started I was OK the reflexology was a very welcome distraction and quite relaxing. |
| A very good service |
| I had never experienced reflexology before.It had a positive effect on my mood during my time through radiology. Thank you Laura, Jane & Lorna. Top practitioners. |
| The reflexologists I found personable and easy to talk to. I had never had my feet massaged before and found it was very relaxing, calming and very enjoyable. My feet feel more flexible as a result of being massaged. Thank you. |
| Lovely ladies, all of them!!Was lucky enough to have the benefits of this service whilst undertaking chemotherapy, all I can say is a ig thank you |
| Amazing service, thank you. |
| An amazing addition to the service that helps to reduce stress |
| All extremely good, thank you! |
| I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions . I felt so relaxed afterwards to really does help with the nerves and apprehension. I would recommend it to anyone undergoing the treatment process. |
| Made for a most pleasant time whilst waiting for treatment. I might even go for more sessions after my time is up at Dorchester! Thank you. |
| It helped with the effects of the hormone treatment which have been causing black moods. |
| Good experience and a great help. |
| Brilliant! |
| Excellent care! Thank you. |
| It helped with my Sciatica in my back/leg and I will be carrying on with reflexology after my treatment here has finished |
| A really enjoyable experience, thank you to all for your skills and expertise. |