Lions Cancer Lodge

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What you need to know about staying at the Lions Cancer Lodge

How do I make a reservation?
When your treatment is being planned, you will be offered the opportunity to stay at the Lions Cancer Lodge. The following conditions apply:

You must be able to care for yourself.
You must live more than 80 kilometres from Hamilton.
If you choose to stay, further information on the Lodge will be sent to you prior to your treatment.

How much is it going to cost me?
There is no charge for accommodation or meals at the Lions Cancer Lodge while you are undergoing radiation treatment at the Regional Cancer Centre.

How will I get to my treatment?
There is a vehicle to transport people to and from their treatment. The Oncology department is less than 100m from the Lodge for those who enjoy walking.

What do the rooms in the Lodge contain?
Bedrooms contain a set of drawers, a handbasin, a wardrobe, a bed and a radio with headphones.

Is there a laundry?
No.

Is there a stoma room?
Yes.

What about meals?
Free nutritious meals are provided in the shared dining room. Tea and coffee making facilities are available at all times. Lunch is not provided on Mondays and Fridays. Cafeterias are available on the Hospital campus.

What is there to do at the Lodge?
A variety of leisure activities are available including:

Emailing friends and family
Reading in the library
Watching television
Playing card games or pool or using the computer
Taking a relaxing spa bath
Playing the piano
Helping to prepare meals
Working in the vegetable garden
Visiting Hamilton city for shopping, to see a movie or relax in a café or restaurant

What should I bring with me?
You will need to pack:

Toiletries
Clothing for one week
Personal items
Single sheets
Pillowcases
Bathmats, towels and facecloth
Anything else you need to make your stay more comfortable

Can I stay the weekend?
No. The Lions Cancer Lodge facilities are open from 8am Monday to 12 noon Friday.

Where do I get my prescriptions filled?
A prescription service is available. Please indicate if you have a High User or Community Services card.

Where can my support person stay?
Hilda Ross House provides accommodation. It is located 300m from the Lions Cancer Lodge and caters for individuals and families.

For information on rates, accommodation subsidies, guest services and booking a room at Hilda Ross House please phone 07 839 8644 or email hotel2@waikatodhb.govt.nz

Where is the Lodge at Waikato Hospital?
Map of the Lions Cancer Lodge. For further information please contact the Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society (Hamilton office) phone: 07 838 2027 or email: admin@cancersociety.org.nz