Here at The Alfred, we’re so pleased that the Patient Accommodation Program and Music Therapy Programs will once again be running this year thanks to funds raised through Dry July!

We’d like to thank everyone who contributed, either by going dry or donating, and to encourage you all to consider joining this worthy cause again in 2021.

Here is just some of the feedback we’ve received to show what a huge difference these programs make in the lives of cancer patients treated here at The Alfred.

Patient Accommodation Program (free accommodation for regional cancer patients)

“Without the accommodation there’s little chance I’d have been able to continue treatment. Financially it took the pressure off and my father was able to come and care for me too. It was a safe haven, so close to the hospital and provided everything I needed.” Danielle

“I can’t emphasise enough that I wouldn’t have coped having to drive in and out to the hospital as I was so unwell during treatment. Management of the apartment was so accommodating. It had everything mum and I needed. I’m so grateful.” Simone

Music Therapy Program for cancer patients

“Music therapy was the last thing I expected when I came in to hospital but I really enjoyed it. When I don’t feel well, the music is relaxing. It takes my mind off what is happening and makes me feel happy”.

 “The Alfred is a busy place: it can be overwhelming and music therapy slows the pace down”

“Music adds an element of care to a challenging environment”