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If you are interested in any of the below please call on (01223) 274243
or e-mail:
wendy.moss@addenbrookes.nhs.uk
FAMILY DAY 31ST JULY
The architects are bringing some examples of furniture and graphics etc for the new unit.
If you weren't planning on coming for the whole day, you're very welcome to come and tell us what you think of the stuff for the unit!! Just come and meet us in The Oasis at around 11!
The furniture will be displayed in the main hospital ATC building room 6a and b.
CAMBRIDGE BUMPS
The Teenage Cancer Trust Cambridge Appeal team invite you to join them at the "First Post Enclosure" at the Cambridge Town Bumps on Wednesday 21 July 2010.
Entry is free so if you would like to join them, or would like any more information please contact laura.w@teenagecancertrust.org
Bring your family and friends and a picnic and enjoy a glass of Pimm's and some fantastic racing.
Races run from around 5pm and usually finish by 9pm.
ARE YOU NEWLY DIAGNOSED?
There is a new opportunity for newly diagnosed patients called 'Stepping stones'. This is a half-day session being held at Wallace Cancer care on Red cross lane, on the 4th Monday of every month. The aims of the sessions are to help you gain confidence, manage symptoms and stress and share experiences.
You will learn about the services on offer to help you relax, manage stress and fatigue, cope with side effects of treatment, and deal with practical issues. Enabling you to live as well as possible with the effects of cancer. You will also get to share your experiences with people who understand your feelings and concerns.
It is open to both patients and carers/parents.
Booking is essential as spaces are limited. To reserve a place phone 01223249220 or book at Wallace Cancer Care Drop-in-centre in the concourse.
12th July 2010
We have been offered a small amount of tickets to a Cambridge united game on Tuesday 17th August. The tickets are limited and will be given on a first come, first served basis. So please email sarah.smith3@addenbrookes.nhs.uk or deborah.critoph@addenbrookes.nhs.uk ASAP if you're interested!
BLUE MOON WALK
 Help young people fight cancer by joining the Blue Moon Walk in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust on Friday 10th September.
5 Mile Charity Walk
Friday 10th September 2010
8pm - 11pm
The Forum, Norwich
Entertainment provided by:
The Garage; Taverham Brass Band;
NYFC Gospel Choir; Mr Simms
‘Olde Sweet Shoppe’ will be open selling sweets and chocolate!
Plus lots more.
Guest Appearances by:
Darren Huckerby – Ex Norwich
City Football Superstar and
Jackson Williams – Ultra Athlete
For more information and to register, contact Rosie Van Raalte:
Telephone: 07570 893296
bluemoonwalk2010@gmail.com
www.bluemoonwalk.co.uk
A TRIP FOR UNDER 18'S ONLY (SORRY ALL YOU OLDIES!):
We have been given some tickets for Alton towers (unfortunately for under 18's only).
We are going to have a day trip to Alton towers on Wednesday 11th August 2010, a minibus will be leaving Addenbrooke's at 0800hrs and will bring you back to Addenbrooke's in the evening.
There are only 12 places available, so you need to contact us ASAP if you are interested.
GINETTA RACE DAY PASSES
Do you like motorsports?
We have some free passes for the Ginetta Races. Tickets are limited so please contact me as soon as you are able . There are various dates and venues so please specify which you would be interested.
19th and 20th June The Croft , Dalton on Tees, Yorkshire - 8 tickets available
7th and 8th August Snetterton, Norwich, Norfolk - 10 tickets available
21st and 22nd August Silverstone, Towcester - 8 tickets available
4th and 5th September Knockhill, Dumfermline, Fife - 10 tickets available
9th and 10th October Brands Hatch, Longfield, Kent - 5 tickets available
Please note that this offer is for TICKETS ONLY. You will have to arrange your own transport etc. Please contact me as soon as you are able if you are interested. These tickets are allocated on a first come first serve basis.
Contact: Wendy Moss - wendy.moss@addenbrookes.nhs.uk
2010 FYSOT REUNION
The FYSOT reunion met at the TCT Carlton Celebrity Cricket Match, The Old Rectory, Carlton, Newmarket. a great time was had by all and the rain mostly stayed away! :o)
Lots of Autographs were collected and some excellent bowling from our very own Jon!
Thanks to everyone who came and helped to make it a fantastic day, whilst raising money for the TCT!
NEW PERSPECTIVES COURSE
There is a New perspectives course run by Macmillan and hosted at Cambridge Cancer Help Centre, Scottsdale Garden Centre starting on Monday 19th April. The course is for anyone living with or beyond cancer and is run over six consecutive weeks for two and a half hours per session.
Please let one of us know if you are interested or want some more information and we will speak to Helen Love (cancer wellbeing consultant AHP)
FATIGUE MANAGEMENT GROUP
Wallace cancer Care Centre run a Fatigue Management Group on Friday mornings from 10.30-12.30.
The programme is a mix of informal discussion and sessions giving information and advice on:
- Why fatigue happens
- The benefits of exercise
- Sleep patterns
- Making the most of your energy
- Setting realistic goals
- Relaxation
Each session also includes a circuit of exercise which is individually tailored to your needs and ability.
If you are interested in this programme, please speak to one of us, your Specialist Nurse or your Consultant.
NEW SUPPORT GROUP
There is a new support group running at Wallace Cancer care for children aged 7-12 who have a parent or sibling with cancer. Sessions start after school hours and operate on a once monthly basis for a period of 6 months. Children learn to work through difficult issues like anger, fear and isolation using the mediums of art, story telling, music and play. Spaces are available for 6 children plus their parents/ guardians. The group is run by highly qualified staff who are trained to a high standard in counselling and play therapy. They may be able to be flexible on the age, depending on circumstances.
Meetings take place at 7 Red cross lane on the second Thursay of each month (4.30-6pm) and booking is essential. For more details or to reserve a place, please phone 01223249220 or book at Wallace Cancer care drop-in centre in the concourse. Or contact us on 01223 349270.
TEENAGE YOUNG ADULT DAY
You are invited to come along to the teenage and young adult days:
Saturday 29th May- CANCELLED
Saturday 31st July at The Oasis
Saturday 6th November
10:30 - 4-00
There will be workshops plus a guest speaker.
Lunch and refreshments provided.
Family and friends welcome - only 20 places. Book now!
For more information and to book your place, contact Wendy Moss
wendy.moss@addenbrookes.nhs.uk
Tel: 01223 274243
 LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER
Girls… are you feeling in need of a ‘pick me up?’ Want some top make up and beauty tips, plus a free goody bag FULL of makeup? Then come along. Wednesday 3rd February 2-4pm at the Oasis. Spaces limited so call asap to reserve your place. Boys… Don’t feel left out we have some goody bags for you too!
> Look Good Feel Better
9th March 2010: We are waiting for our next date to be confirmed! Please look out here for details! To follow soon
Find Your Sense of Tumour 2010!!
We all had a great time at FYSOT! Please have a look at some of the photos here on the website! We will be having a FYSOT reunion at the TCT charity cricket match.... Hope to see you there!!
 C-Forward peer group
At the Oasis, Abingdon House, Addenbrookes Hospital
Next Meetings
7th January 18.30-20.30
4th February 18.30-20.30
4th March 18.30-20.30
Call the Oasis ASAP if you are interested (01223) 349270 or CLIC Sargent (01223) 714439
1ST MARCH 2010: THESE MEETINGS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED FOR THE TIME BEING, DUE TO A LOW ATTENDANCE.
WATCH THIS SPACE FOR FURTHER UPDATES
Official Opening of the Oasis
It’s here!.... The official opening of “The Oasis” Friday 25th Sep 2009. Tea, Cakes and Harry Judd…..what more could you ask for??!! A great time was had by all, meeting friends, old and new, marking the new start of “The Oasis”. So come over and use the amazing facility. There is always someone here Mon-Fri 9-5pm to answer any query, big or small. We look forward to seeing you soon! Watch this space for photo’s of the opening
OASIS centre opens!
 Far away, out of sight of hospital, machines and other patients is a magical place…a place that Cambridge’s young adults will be seeing a lot more of as the brand new “Oasis” centre is revealed…and a tropical Oasis it certainly is! Designed as an interim solution until the new teenage unit is built, the centre is located in Abingdon Flats, just moments away from the main concourse. It provides a wonderful and contemporary haven for teenagers to relax in, interact with other young patients and most importantly, be transported away from the confines of hospital.
With a host of impressive facilities, including a wipe clean wall for plenty of fun filled doodles, a light up jukebox and every games console you could wish for, Cambridge certainly won’t run out of ideas to have fun! Not only does the centre provide a hang out for patients, it is fully equipped with facilities including and even comes with a tropical complementary therapy room to really transport patients to paradise…all that’s missing now is the sunshine!
Parents can access the centre to use the showering facilities and speak to staff between the hours of 9.00am-11.00am Monday to Friday.
The Oasis is a space for teenagers and young adults and will be a parent free zone from 11.00am-5.00pm Monday to Friday with some activities during the evening and at weekends.
The Oasis opened on 1st July 2009.
Directions to the Oasis Centre
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