The MABS Cancer Support Foundation is a long-established English-speaking charity providing services to cancer suffers and their families in an area stretching from the south of Valencia province, though the Costa Blanca, Alicante into Murcia and the Costa Cálida, Mar Menor areas. Their stated aim is “To care, comfort and counsel people affected by cancer”.

The charity operates a network of support centres and charity shops, although there are also volunteers operating in areas where there are no shops or centres. Contact the nearest helpline or centre for details. Information on their website is very complete and up to date. Services include: support and conversation for patients and their families; transport and accompaniment to appointments; translating and interpreting; understanding and completing paperwork; mobility equipment prostheses, wigs and other aids; respite care for carers; home help; possible nursing and hospice room access.