Refurbished Waiting Room at Calvary Mater Newcastle

By Dry July on Apr 13, 12:52am

"On behalf of staff, patients, their family and friends, I would like to thank Dry Heroes for their fundraising efforts on behalf of Calvary Mater Newcastle.

"The Haematology Ward Waiting Room was fortunate to benefit from a makeover thanks to Dry Heroes' generosity. 

"This area allows patients and their families and friends to have a haven away from the ward. The new couches and lounge chairs provide comfort for those who need to wait – whether that is for doctor reviews, investigation results, transport, outpatient bookings, etc.  

"The room also adds a bit of colour and comfort to our patient’s lives during their stay on the ward as commonly patients stay in our care for at least a month. The room presents the opportunity for...

Reflected Legacy Palliative Care Program at Liverpool Hospital

By Dry July on Feb 18, 12:36am

Dry July is thrilled to be able to support ‘Reflected Legacy’, a ground breaking arts and health program at Liverpool Hospital. This program received funding from Dry July’s 2015 Grant Program.

Lead by visual artist Flutter Lyon, this project complements the holistic care of cancer patients in palliative care, while enhancing and changing the physical environment for patients, families and staff on the ward. 

How the Program Works 

Flutter Lyon hosts Pressing Sessions in patient rooms; profound, interactive experiences between the artist and the patient that combine storytelling and art making. Through a series of questions and storytelling exercises Flutter captures the life stories of people in the last days and weeks of their...

Look Good Feel Better Awarded Dry July Grant

By Dry July on Feb 9, 2:32am

Dry July was thrilled to be able to award a grant to the amazing Look Good Feel Better Australia program in 2015, helping Australians cope with the appearance related side-effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy such as hair loss and changes to the skin.

“As I face the imminent loss of my hair, for most of my life worn long and, so, such a visible and intrinsic part of my femininity, I now feel I can literally ‘put on my happy face’ for the world. So armed, rather than be an object of pity (no hair, cancer victim, poor thing, so sad) with my new make-up, stylish wig and other glamorous head accessories, I can instead visually and powerfully proclaim my warrior stance in my battle against this most insidious disease.” - Catherine,...