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American Cancer Society Hope Lodge—Lubbock

American Cancer Society Hope Lodge—Lubbock
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3511 10th St.
Lubbock, TX 79415
Ph: 806.745.0700
Fax: 806.744.2915

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Below are a few examples of the wonderful feedback our Hope Lodge Lubbock has received from guests.

 


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Volunteer Raises Hope Lodge Spirits with Arts and Crafts

Every Tuesday, Hope Lodge guests in Lubbock gather to express their creativity, laugh, and escape from the emotional burden associated with cancer thanks to the volunteer efforts of Peggy McInturff.

Having experienced firsthand the difficulties associated with traveling for cancer treatment, Peggy is giving back in the best way she knows how.

As a caregiver, Peggy would accompany her sister to Houston for treatments. “We were so impressed with what they (treatment facility) offered patients while we waited for our appointments, such as origami. We would have so much fun together, so when I heard about Hope Lodge in Lubbock, I wanted to give back and help others.”

  
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Each week, Peggy organizes a new group project for the lodge’s guests. “I’ve always loved doing crafts, so I felt this was a natural fit,” said Peggy. “We meet in the dining room, and sometimes we talk about treatment and sometimes we just joke about other things.”

“For our guests, it’s more then just an arts and craft project,” said Robin Gardner, director for the Society’s Hope Lodge in Lubbock. “It helps them forget about the stress, anxiety, and fear associated with cancer.”

Research studies have indicated that crafting provides a sense of accomplishment and pride that triggers positive feelings and promotes a can-do attitude toward other situations. To learn how a good attitude and healthy spirit may have positive physical effects, visit cancer.org/healthy.

Currently, there are 31 Hope Lodge locations nationwide that offer cancer patients and their caregivers a free, temporary place to stay while traveling to another city for treatment. For more details about Hope Lodge, visit cancer.org/hopelodge. 
 Guest Comments click to expand

“It is uplifting to be able to meet and talk with others in the same situation.  It’s life giving hope.”
    - Guest from Hobbs, NM

“Love you guys.  Ya’ll are simply the best!!! Ray of hope and light, in a dark spot in my life.”  
    - Caregiver of Guest from Odessa, TX

“We felt so comfortable here and everyone was so caring to us.”
    - Guest from Roswell, NM

“I would recommend this facility to everybody in need of their services.”
    - Guest from Carlsbad, NM

“Wonderful staff, computer access, good kitchen facilities.  It was a pleasure to be here.”
    - Guest from Blanchard, OK

“We are so grateful to Hope Lodge.  It helped to lift some of the burden of having cancer treatments.  I have been telling fellow patients about the wonderful facilities and the warm and friendly people who work here.  THANKS SO MUCH.”
    - Guest from Odessa, TX

“Hope Lodge is more like being in a home atmosphere.”
    - Guest from Odessa, TX

“There are no words to express my gratitude for the comfort and hospitality of the Hope Lodge! I thank God for all of you!!”
    - Guest from Hobbs, NM

“Were so grateful for the Hope Lodge. We couldn’t of afforded to stay in Lubbock for treatment.”
    - Caregiver to Guest from Sudan, TX

“The Hope Lodge made our cancer treatments easier to cope with.”
    - Guest from Clovis, NM

“You made a very difficult situation easier. The kitchen and commons area allow patients to become friends. The family atmosphere is such a positive for patients.”
    - Guest from Portales, NM

“The environment throughout this entire facility is very supportive and welcoming.”
    - Caregiver of Guest from Norman, OK

“I would not want to stay any where else but here because this place is like home.”
    - Caregiver of Guest from Hobbs, NM

“It honestly was just like being at home but without the worry of how to pay for the room. I drove from Amarillo to Clovis to get my mom, then Clovis to Lubbock for treatment—lots of driving and expense of gas.”
    - Caregiver of Guest from Amarillo, TX

“It took my stress away and was a home like atmosphere.”
    - Guest from Plainview, TX

“In every way. I am so grateful for the accommodations. With all the doctor bills this helped so much!”
    - Guest from Hobbs, NM

“Hope Lodge is a blessing.” -  Guest from Snyder, TX

“It was a place for solitude & interaction with others going through the similar problems”
    - Guest from Big Spring, TX

“Hope Lodge improved my attitude and attitude is important—especially for cancer patients.”
    - Guest from Plainview, TX

 


Residency at a Hope Lodge facility is a courtesy extended at the sole discretion of American Cancer Society. All individuals who meet the Hope Lodge eligibility requirements will be welcomed regardless of race, creed, citizenship, physical disability, gender, color, ethnic heritage, veteran status, economic status, or sexual orientation. For admissions information, please select a Hope Lodge location.
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