<p>Aim The aim of this study was to explore the information and support needs of older women with breast cancer, and to investigate the types of support they accessed to identify whether there is a role for voluntary organisations in meeting their needs.</p> <p>Method Twelve women participated in either a focus group or a telephone interview.</p> <p>Findings Hospital specialists and breast care nurses were valued sources of information and support. However, additional sources of information and support included family, friends and other women with breast cancer. Factors that influenced uptake of voluntary services included a desire to ‘get on’ with life and a lack of awareness about available services.</p> <p>Conclusion Older women with breast cancer require better assessment of need and direction to appropriate services. Statutory and voluntary sectors should work together to improve awareness of available services.</p>