Yummy treats sold like hotcakes at our Dry July Bake Sale on 16th July. Thank you to all the staff, family, neighbours and friends who contributed the goodies to the Bake Sale that helped us raise just over $600 towards our Dry July campaign.
Beneficiary
Nepean Cancer Care Centre, Penrith
63 Supporters
Raised
$42,823.53
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Leaderboards
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Rob Hansen
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$262 |
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$260 | |
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Anthony Douvlos
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$253 |
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Jeremy Moss
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$194 |
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Charmaine Sawyer
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$184 |
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Taleea Hul
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$151 |
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Bec Blackwell
2nd
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$149 |
Fundraising For
Funds raised this Dry July will help to fund equipment, programs and refurbishments
About Us
This year will be Nepean Cancer Care Centre, Penrith 14th year participating in Dry July. We are grateful to be a part of the Dry July Foundation fundraising campaign. Over the years our patients and the service has benefitted from the refurbishment of our waiting room and outdoor courtyard, enhancements of the radiation therapy treatment rooms, upgrading our wig library, purchases of specialised equipment for both inpatient and outpatient care and patient wellness programs. Cancer affects the mind, body and spirit, which is why we strive to offer a holistic approach to treatment and healing, encompassing physical, emotional, social and spiritual care. We understand that this can be a difficult and sometimes frightening time for patients, as well as for their family and friends.
Nepean Cancer Services includes a dedicated inpatient ward and outpatient facilities. Nepean Cancer & Wellness Centre, situated at Kingswood provides Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Haematology and Palliative Care resources that provide a collaborative approach to patient centered care. Our services extend to Lithgow and the Hawkesbury area.
The departments work together with community services to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care. This multidisciplinary approach to treatment and healing encompasses physical, emotional and social care. The centre offers a team of psycho-oncology and allied health staff to give our patients the extra support they may need. Nepean Cancer & Wellness Centre provides a comprehensive range of specialised services including outpatient clinics, Chemotherapy / Infusion centres, as well as apheresis to support Autologous Bone Marrow Transplant Service and Radiation Treatment. The outpatient services see more than 250 patients a day.
In 2024 we continue our goal to support patients of Nepean Cancer Care Centre, Penrith by participating in Dry July. Please feel welcome to join us in making a difference to our patient's experience.
Latest Updates
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BBQ for Dry July 2018 |
Our first Dry July BBQ for 2018 was held on 11th July was a great success in promoting our Dry July Campaign. The event was proudly supported by Woolworths and volunteers from the Lion club cooked up a storm raising $800. Thank you to everyone who came along and supported our BBQ, we hope you enjoyed your sausage on a roll.
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Largest ever single donation to Dry July for Nepean Cancer Care recognised |
Michael and Mary Harnett, who donated $40,000 to the Nepean Cancer Carers Dry July campaign in 2017, was officially recognised at a celebratory event at Nepean hospital. The huge donation is the highest amount raised by one person since Dry July commenced 10 years ago!
Mary wanted to show her gratitude to everyone at Nepean cancer care for the support they gave through Michaels Cancer Journey and to provide much needed equipment to help other go through their own personal journey.
Michael and Mary's donation has funded hospital beds with pressure relieving mattress so patients can return home in comfort and improve their quality of life. Michael and Mary also provided smaller pieces of pressure reliving equipment to help patients get home safely.
Co-founder of Dry July, Brett Macdonald, was thrilled to attend the celebrations and presented Mary with a memorable plaque.
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Niki Pumps and Ambulatory Pumps |
Nepean Cancare Care Centre recently used Dry July funds to purchase equipment which allow patients to continue treatment in the comfort of their own home
Niki pumps are commonly used in the palliative care setting to manage symptoms towards the end of life. Niki Pumps facilitate the gradual, continual infusion of medications via the subcutaneous route to patients over a 24 hour period of time to facilitate safe, consistent, easy to manage medication administration. The pump is refilled daily by nurses and the dose can be adjusted in response to changes in symptoms. Having the capacity to discharge people to their own homes or nursing home with a Nikki pump enables them to be in their own environment with their loves ones for end of life.
CADD pumps are a small device that can connect canisters of drugs to and run for a period of a week if needed. Being able to infuse the drugs with the use of these pumps means the client can go home after the first 8 days. Each cycle continues for 28 days. The client only needs to come in to dayward twice a week for canister and battery change. This gives them quality time at home with their families.
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Palliative care beds so patients can stay at home |
"The palliative care beds donated though fundraising by the Nepean Cancer Carers Dry July team and other fundraisers [for Nepean Cancer Care Centre] have been a welcome addition to our loan pool. These beds allow our clients to remain at home during some of the most stressful times for them and their loved ones. Clients are able to be cared for in a safe environment for them allowing their loved ones, the nursing staff and other supports to provide care and at the same time reduce the risk of possible harm to all.
The beds allow the clients to be positioned comfortably and to prevent pressure injuries with the addition of an air mattress. Clients are able to transfer with more ease on to other equipment including chairs, as the height can be adjusted to enable this. Linen is provided if required but the client is able to have his/her own, including pillows and more personalised coverings.
Thank you for helping us to help our clients and their loved ones."
Colin Ellis, Deputy Director Community Health , Hawkesbury District Health Service, NSW
