Bendigo Health

Thanks to funds raised through Dry July 2018, Bendigo Health will be upgrading their Lucan Street Cancer Patient Accommodation.

The accommodation is essential and used by patients that have to travel long distances to receive cancer treatment. It is imperative to provide a comfortable and homely setting where they can rest and read.  

The 6 units are booked constantly and operate year round to provide this reasonably priced accommodation to assist families at a time when they are dealing with the challenges of their treatment and away from home.This service is greatly appreciated by patients who have stayed and their loved ones.

Improving the surrounds and setting helps them feel safe and comfortable.

The Lucan Street property with its close proximity to the Hospital is our busiest cancer accommodation property running at around 80% occupancy year round. On average there is some 1752 room nights produced by the 6 units at the Lucan Street property on a yearly basis.

Thank you for supporting Bendigo Health this Dry July.

In 2018 we welcomed Rachel Mason as the new Manager of Fundraising at Bendigo Health Foundation. Rachel has jumped on board Dry July and is doing really well! Rachel and Accommodation Services Manager Tyrone got together this week to share their Dry July stories and toasted each other over a glass of h2o. Keep up the great work everyone and thanks for making a difference at Bendigo Health.

Picture credit: Noni Hyett from the Bendigo Advertiser

Thank you for supporting Bendigo Health this Dry July.

To say thank you for jumping on board the Dry July campaign and helping Bendigo Health deliver a Cancer Rehabilitation Program, The Schaller Studio as part of the Art Series Group have kindly offered to host this evening for our Bendigo Health Foundation supporters.

When: Friday 30th June 5:30pm -7:30pm

Where: The Schaller Studio, Bayne & Lucan Street, Bendigo VIC 3550

What: Enjoy an evening of ‘last drinks’ and canapes in the exciting Art Series property, the Schaller Studio.

Please RSVP to Tara on 1300 243 000 or [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there!

Cheers,

Tara and the Bendigo Health Dry July Team

Work is underway at the Bendigo Health Nolan Street Patient Accommodation.

Dry July funds gone towards the refurbishment.

This accommodation is used by patients that have to travel long distances to Bendigo to receive treatment.

Bendigo Health is using Dry July 2016 funds towards the purchase of a scalp cooling system. The system will give chemotherapy patients the opportunity to significantly improve hair retention during treatment. It can result in a high level of retention or complete hair preservation for some patients, which can significantly improve self-confidence and dignity during a difficult time.