Guides

Prostate Cancer Support
for English Speakers on the Côte d’Azur

A prostate cancer diagnosis brings a particular set of challenges — medical, emotional, and deeply personal. If you are an English speaker living in the Alpes-Maritimes, Monaco, or eastern Var, Cancer Support Group 06 (CSG06) is here to help. Everything we offer is completely free of charge.

Many English speakers on the Côte d’Azur find themselves navigating the French healthcare system at one of the most difficult moments of their lives. CSG06 works exclusively with English speakers, so language is never a barrier to getting support.

Emotional Support

• One-to-one Active Listening sessions — confidential, at your own pace, with no pressure to discuss anything you are not ready for

Psychological support

• Drop-in meetings with others who understand life after a cancer diagnosis
• Bereavement support for families

Complementary Therapies

Prostate cancer treatment can cause fatigue, anxiety, and physical discomfort. We offer reflexology, sophrology, and art therapy — all at no cost.

Physical Wellbeing

• Pilates and exercise classes — particularly valuable for men managing fatigue or the effects of hormone therapy
• Mindful meditation, nutritional advice

Who Can Come to Us

CSG06 is open to anyone affected by prostate cancer: men on active surveillance, those undergoing or completing treatment, those living with advanced disease, and partners, carers and family members.

FAQs

Q: I find it hard to talk about what I am going through. Is that a problem?
A: Not at all. Many of our clients feel that way when they first come to us. Our Active Listening volunteers go entirely at your pace. There is no pressure.
Q: My partner has prostate cancer. Can I get support too?
A: Yes. Partners and carers are very welcome. Supporting someone through prostate cancer carries its own emotional weight.
Q: Can I come during hormone therapy or other treatment?
A: Absolutely. Our services are designed to support you through treatment, not only after it ends.
Q: Is there any charge?
A: No. Every service CSG06 provides is completely free of charge.
Q: Who can use Cancer Support Group 06?
A: CSG06 offers free, confidential support to anglophones — native English speakers, and other non-French speakers who speak English as a strong second language — affected by cancer across the Alpes-Maritimes (06), Monaco and the eastern Var (83). This includes patients, survivors, carers and family members, and you don't need a formal diagnosis to reach out.
Q: Are CSG06 services free?

A: Yes. All CSG06 services are completely free of charge. This includes one-to-one support, drop-in sessions, psychological support, wellbeing services, and bereavement support.

Q: Where are you based?

A: CSG06 operates across the Alpes-Maritimes (06), Monaco, and the eastern Var (83). Our volunteers and providers are based throughout the region, and we deliver support through drop-in sessions held in Mouans-Sartoux, Antibes, and Nice.

Q: What services does CSG06 offer?
A: We offer one-to-one Active Listening sessions, drop-in meetings, psychological support, art therapy, reflexology, sophrology, pilates, mindful meditation, nutritional advice, hairdressing and wig services, bereavement support, and exercise classes.
Q: Do I need to speak French?

A: No. CSG06 specifically serves English speakers. All services are provided in English. 

Q: Is CSG06 affiliated with any national organisation?
A: Yes. CSG06 is affiliated with Cancer Support France and is a registered French charitable association (number W061003548).
Q: How do I get in touch?
A: Email info@csg06.com, call 07 68 38 74 70, or use the contact form on our website.
Q: Is CSG06 available to people living in Nice?

A: Yes. CSG06 supports English speakers affected by cancer across the Alpes-Maritimes, including Nice, alongside Monaco and the eastern Var.

Q: Do I have to travel to Mouans-Sartoux?

A: Not necessarily. Our drop-in sessions in Nice take place at L'Institut Mozart (17 Av. Auber), and one-to-one support can take place near you, by phone, or online. Our centre in Mouans-Sartoux is also around 30 minutes away via the A8. Contact us and we'll find the best option for you.

Q: Is there a charge?

A: No — there's never a charge to our clients. Every service CSG06 provides is offered at no cost.

Q: Is there an English-speaking line for French health insurance (CPAM)?

A: Yes. The Assurance Maladie (CPAM) runs an English-speaking helpline for questions about your state health cover, reimbursements or carte Vitale: 09 74 75 36 46 from France, or +33 974 75 36 46 from abroad (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). The line can be busy, and calling around midday is often quieter. Questions about top-up cover (your mutuelle) need to go to your mutuelle directly.

Q: Where can I find more information and practical help?

A: Alongside our own support, these organisations are very helpful:

  • Institut National du Cancer (cancer.fr) – the official French cancer information site: cancer types, treatments, rights and everyday life.
  • OncoPaca-Corse – the regional cancer network for Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur and Corsica, with information on treatment centres, supportive care, clinical trials and patient associations.
  • UNISAD 06 – care at home across the Alpes-Maritimes, including hospital-at-home (HAD) and home support services. Tel: 04 92 27 37 11.
  • Cancer Support France forum – an online forum, in English, run by our national affiliate, where you can ask questions and share experiences.

Most of these sites are in French. To read them in English, use your browser's translate option: in Chrome, right-click the page and choose "Translate to English"; in Safari, click the translate icon in the address bar.

Ready to find out more? 

There is no referral process, no waiting list, and no charge — just get in touch when you are ready.

Email: info@csg06.com  /  Call: 07 68 38 74 70

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