Through the wonderful support of the Dry July community in 2019, new sleep pods were added to the waiting areas in the Canberra Region Cancer Centre.
These sleep pods provide privacy and comfort for patients waiting between appointments and procedures. Fundraising for Canberra Hospital Foundation supports cancer patient in our region, many who travel long distances to receive treatment.
Your help allows the Foundation to fund the tea trolley for refreshments, floral displays throughout the Centre and our Therapeutic Harpist to provide a comforting and caring environment.
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About Us
Canberra Hospital Foundation is proud to support the Canberra Region Cancer Centre, which is a world class healthcare facility that brings together cancer treatment, research, teaching programs and related services in one purpose-built facility.
The care and support of our patients is central to everything we do. Services operating within the Centre take a multi-disciplinary team approach to health treatment and support.
Our cancer services are made up of several highly skilled teams, including Medical and Radiation Oncology, Haematology, Immunology, Surgery, Bone Marrow Transplant, Psychosocial and Palliative Care to provide comprehensive services to patients with cancer and related illnesses, and their carers.
The diagnosis of cancer alters patients’ lives as they know it. Everything is put on hold. The suffering is widespread, with so many loved ones also affected.
Through Dry July and the Canberra Hospital Foundation, your donation will help us to provide extra support and comfort that will complement and enhance the treatment and healing of patients, families and carers affected by cancer in Canberra and the surrounding region.
Since 2009, the amazing support of our Dry July community has enabled initiatives and items including the Therapeutic Harp Program, Sleep Pods, the Hospitality Trolley, uplifting art murals, floral arrangements, massage chairs and blanket warmers, just to name a few.
These initiatives support patients’ wellbeing by offering relaxation, comfort, distraction and ultimately, help to make very difficult experiences a little bit easier.
By going dry for the month of July, you are making a meaningful difference to the lives of so many people affected by cancer, we are so grateful for your support!
Latest Updates
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New sleep pods added in the Canberra Region Cancer Centre! |
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Canberra Hospital receives an additional grant from Dry July Foundation |
We're pleased to announce that Canberra Hospital has received an additional grant from the Dry July Foundation October grant round.
This grant will enable continuation of the beloved therapeutic harp program.
Harp therapy has been shown to help cancer patients cope with the side effects of their treatment, and can provide a sense of calm to patients who may feel distressed and anxious in a busy hospital environment.
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Dry July Foundation funds Sleep Pods at Canberra Hospital |
Thanks to funds raised through Dry July 2019, Canberra Hospital has been able to purchase specialist chairs ("pods") that convert into beds with movable and breathable shade/cover that prevents noise and light penetration.
Sleep Pods use psychoacoustic techniques to promote relaxation and sleep.
These are for use by rural and regional patients that travel and need rest during treatment.
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Flowers brighten the day at Canberra Hospital |
On a daily basis the front line reception staff continue to respond to patients and their carers commenting and enquiring around the floral arrangements that are a constant source of admiration on each of the reception desks, and people are always surprised to find out they are not real.
It is in that pure appreciation of something beautiful that tends to bring out the best in everyone and opens up conversation not at all related to the reason why patients and their families are here. So thanks to DRY July small distractions like this make for small positives in what can be difficult days for families.
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Easter Bunny visits patients at Canberra Hospital |
Funding from the Dry July Foundation to support the Tea Trolley Service continues to lift spirits at Canberra Hospital; especially when the Easter Bunny is in town! Here's what some of the patients had to say:
“It is so nice to be able to be offered some alternative teas when you are feeling unwell. I always make use of the herbal varieties available”.
“The friendly service provided by the tea/coffee volunteers is most appreciative by both myself and husband. It provides a homely and supportive atmosphere whilst undergoing treatment at the CRCC”.
Much appreciated Lea and Bill Huber
“I so look forward to getting my cup of tea from the friendly ladies and gents during my cancer treatment at CRCC”.
Mark Biega.
