Ward 307 Patient wellbeing services and support. Provided by

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1 Post treatment care Take a break Home comforts Ward 307 Patient wellbeing services and support Provided by

2 Helping to make North-east Scotland s cancer and haematology care the best it can be Friends of anchor is a local charity dedicated to supporting north-east oncology and haematology (including haemophilia) patients by committing long-term funding to the following three areas; MediCal equipment investing in the latest technology, over and above what nhsg provides, to continually develop and improve cancer diagnosis and treatment Patient Wellbeing Offering additional care, comfort and support within the anchor Unit leading CanCeR ReseaRCH Funding local, leading research to push the boundaries in the fight against cancer To find out more about the charity and how it helps patients and families at the ANCHOR unit, please visit

3 oa- ap ray-artwork-1114_layout 1 10/02/ :38 Page 1 Helping to make North-east Scotland's cancer and haematology care the best it can be there are various home comforts available for you during your time on the ward. to request any of the complimentary items, simply ask the Friends of anchor ward assistant or a member of the nursing team to request anything from the list below. Bon appétit Dyson fans Bladeless fans are available throughout the ward to ensure you can keep cool when needed. Fresh fruit Individual packs of fresh fruits are on offer daily, providing a valuable source of vitamins. Patient lap trays Cushioned lap trays are available for meal service for your ease and comfort, along with a Friends of ANCHOR mug to enjoy a hot brew of your choice. Toiletry packs (emergency only) These are available to anyone who is unexpectedly admitted to the in-patient wards to equip you with the basic necessities including toothbrush, toothpaste, razor, shampoo, etc. Cool refreshments Ice lollies and mini ice cream pots are available for you whenever you re in for treatment. Home comforts Take a break Post treatment care Did you know? The ANCHOR Unit stands for Aberdeen and North-east Centre for Haematology, Oncology and Radiotherapy

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5 take some time out by using any of the following provisions which are freely available to you to help bring a welcome distraction. simply ask the Friends of anchor ward assistant or a member of the nursing team to request anything from the list below. Coffee and hot drinks self service machine There are a range of high-quality coffees and hot brews available at a nominal cost of 50p per drink. DVD players and extensive DVD library There are portable DVD players and a vast selection of DVDs available for your viewing pleasure during your treatment. Please ask for the DVD menu which details the full list of films/box sets available. Music collection There is a collection of CDs spanning multiple music genres which can be played in the portable DVD players. Relaxing music is also available to help aid wellness. Timeout activity book There is a multi-activity book filled with various puzzles and adult colouring pages as a welcome distraction to help you relax and enjoy some timeout. Take a break Post treatment care Did you know? The ANCHOR Unit comprises Ward 112 (haematology in-patient ward), Ward 114 (oncology in-patient ward), Ward 310 (chemotherapy day unit), Ward 307 (haematology day clinic), Radiotherapy department and Clinic D (out-patient clinic).

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7 the following items are freely available to help you during your treatment and aid wellbeing. to request any of the items simply ask the Friends of anchor ward assistant or a member of the nursing team to request anything from the list below. Headwear From patterned chiffon scarves to simple colour block turbans there are head coverings available to suit everyone s individual taste and style. The first headwear is a gift and thereafter, you can purchase them for a 10 donation per item. Anti-nausea Seabands and ginger chewing gum are available. The seabands work on the acupuncture points on your wrists to help alleviate nausea whilst the ginger chewing gum offers all-natural and fast-acting relief. Thermometers You will be given your own thermometer so you can monitor your temperature throughout the duration of your treatment. Post treatment care Want to know more? To find out more about Friends of ANCHOR please visit or contact the team on

8 Patient support all patient support services are FRee and available by appointment. You can easily book appointments in advance or on the day of your treatment so please see the Friends of anchor ward assistant or ask a member of the nursing staff for more information. Counselling and support Monday Friday There may well be a time during your treatment that you need professional support or the comfort of a listening ear. Our clinical psychologist is here to help with one-toone sessions for you or your relatives. Massage service Monday Friday Our Friends of ANCHOR massage therapists are available to offer relaxation and relief during your stay. The treatment will be completely bespoke to you and your needs. Podiatry Friday afternoons Our podiatrist is available by appointment to treat complex nail and foot conditions to help keep your feet happy and healthy whilst going through treatment. Professional wig-styling and consultations Monday This complimentary service is available by appointment with our dedicated hair and wig stylist who is on hand for hair trims, wig referrals, consultations and restyling. Physio for haemophilia patients Monday Friday Offers physiotherapy assessment and treatment for haemophilia patients. This service is available to anyone within this patient group who are experiencing problems with their joints or muscles, particularly in relation to bleeds. Friends of ANCHOR wellbeing services and provision is in place for you during your time in the unit. This support is made possible thanks to the generosity of all the valued donors and fundraisers throughout North-east Scotland and beyond. If you believe there are additional wellbeing needs which Friends of ANCHOR could provide within the unit please get in touch E: foa@balmoral.co.uk T: