Deeside residents are being urged to join a cancer charity’s new group.
Clan Cancer Support is asking people to support the newly formed Friends of Clan Deeside.
The group will hold its first meeting on Wednesday, August 14 at the Scout Hut in Banchory from 6pm to 7pm.
There is already a big presence for the charity already in Deeside, with a support centre in Banchory, a weekly drop-in support service in Aboyne, a regular drop-in service in Ballater and a charity shop in Ballater.
Community fundraising co-ordinator Moureen Wilson said: “Clan’s local support groups are vital to the services we provide as Clan relies entirely upon support from businesses and local people.
“We are a community-led organisation, and we work hard to ensure we are available to support people affected by cancer wherever they live.
“As well as our support centres, we have a large number of outreach services where people who live in rural areas can access support without having to venture into Aberdeen.
“Fundraising activities take place across north-east Scotland every week to help us to continue to provide emotional and practical support for people affected by cancer.”
Banchory resident and Clan board member Mike Wilson said: “Clan has been serving residents of Deeside for many years, and the charity has very strong support in the region.
“Cancer affects us all, and Clan does an incredible job in providing well-being services to people at very difficult times.”