A north east charity has launched support sessions for cancer patients to help them cope following diagnosis.

CLAN Cancer Support has created the eight-week initiative to encourage patients to focus on their well-being while receiving treatment and recovering.

Weekly workshops covering nutritional advice, relaxation, mindfulness and gentle exercise will take place at the Palace Hotel in Peterhead.

Aberdeenshire Council is funding the Feeling Better, Feeling Positive programme as part of the Your Voice, Your Choice scheme.

CLAN's area services coordinator Angie Howarth said: "The aim of CLAN's Looking Better, Feeling Positive project is to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills to gain a positive outlook and understanding of the physical and emotional impact of cancer and resulting treatments.

"Thanks to the funding from Aberdeenshire Council, we have been able to develop this programme from our initial thoughts and really build something that covers so many of the areas our clients tell us really help them while they are going through treatment for cancer, or when they are looking towards life post-treatment.

"We are fully focused on creating a supportive environment which will allow people to not only access the information and support but also benefit from sharing thoughts, feelings and experiences with others attending the group."