Look Good Feel Better (LGFB) is a cancer support charity providing wellbeing workshops virtually and in hospitals and cancer centres across the UK. Workshops are led by trained volunteers, who support women, men and young adults who are affected both visibly and emotionally from the side-effects of treatment.The charity helps to improve confidence and self-esteem, provide practical advice, and reduce feelings of isolation and anxiety, enabling a more positive mental attitude during what can be a truly difficult time for people living with cancer.

I am a lead volunteer for LGFB at Maggie’s in Manchester where I have been running Skin Care and Makeup workshops since March 2022. I decided to become a volunteer in my mum’s memory as she had such a wonderful experience on a Skin Care and Makeup workshop after she was diagnosed with breast cancer. My mum, Janette Bailey, sadly passed away in April 2019 and I have bittersweet memories of doing her makeup before taking her to a chemotherapy appointment using the makeup in her donated kit and following the simple guide that LGFB provided for her. I love running the workshops with my fellow volunteers. For 2 hours I try my best to make everyone smile, give them practical tips about skin care and makeup, and encourage them to share their experiences, as often the ladies I meet haven’t spoken to anyone in a similar situation which can feel quite lonely. It’s a privilege to volunteer for this charity and I want to do my part to raise some money so we can continue to provide such invaluable well-being support ❤️