Guest Fivos Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 This is how it all started.When I asked my mother's oncologist about summer vacations and her fears of leaving the city and going away to a Greek island which can't fully accommodate any special needs she may have, he told me about an idea he and some of his colleagues have been pondering on for quite some time. Imagine a hotel which accepts visitors who have undergone cancer treatment of any kind and are: a) in remission ending sessions of chemo or radiation therapy c) are able to travel and continue their treatment while combining holidays in Greece. The hotel itself will have: 1) Luxurious rooms for patients and their family members 2) Specialists from all over the world who would be in constant contact with visitors' personal oncologists and able to carry out any task required. 3) State-of-the-art equipment so as to allow on-the-spot prognosis of any type and have oncologist notified immediately of any alteration. 4) Lobbies where visitors from all over the globe can share their experiences (just like they do on this virtual support community) face to face with translators available round the clock. 5) And why not some excursions to Ancient sites or wonderful beaches under the Mediterranean sun. It's just an idea now, but if people show interest it could materialise very quickly with International subsidizing and volunteer work. I for one would be the first to apply for the receptionist desk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhioKat Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 I think this sounds like a really cool idea, but I'm also guessing that it would probably fairly expensive which would keep it from a large portion of the cancer population who struggle just to meet normal daily expenses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 I know the Catholic church runs retreats with doctors and other professionals on site for people with serious illnesses. There is a small fee which is waived if needs be. Those are not budget busters. But you're right -- there should be a way to get away. I do remember, though, when I was really ill, I didn't want to go anywhere, or be sociable, just wanted to be quietly at home to read, watch movies, eat what I could without fuss, without dressing up. It's a toss up, there are a lot of expensive "facilities" compared to what I feel the market actually is. Good luck with your projects, and congratulations on your initiative and on your resourcefulness. You'll think of something... XOXOX MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbays Posted June 10, 2005 Share Posted June 10, 2005 Sounds great, but I'm sure I would never be able to afford it. But for those that can it would be wonderful. Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted June 11, 2005 Share Posted June 11, 2005 Get away???? I would jump on it if I had the money to jump. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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