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American Cancer Society Musekamp Family Hope Lodge—Cincinnati
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2806 Reading Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206
Phone: 513-618-5585
Fax: 513-618-5586 

Staying With Us

Eligibility Requirements
Hope Lodge is designed for adult guests/patients who are independent (able to care for themselves) and mobile with minimal assistance. Each cancer patient must be accompanied by an adult caregiver who can assist in their care (such as meal preparation, laundry, and maintaining room cleanliness) should it be necessary. Guests must be forty miles or more away from and traveling to the greater Cincinnati area related to an active cancer diagnosis and be pursuing or participating in treatment. All residents must be at least fourteen (14) years of age. Any resident under the age of eighteen must be accompanied by an adult caregiver .All residents must be free of communicable diseases (chicken pox, shingles, measles, mumps, colds, flu, etc.) or determined not infectious by a physician.
Caregivers must be eighteen (18) years or older, free of communicable diseases, be able to live independently in a community setting, have a health status that meets the needs of the patient they will be caring for, physically and mentally. Caregivers are expected to be able to care for and support the patient during treatment, arrange transportation as needed, communicate with medical professionals and Hope Lodge staff, and assist patient with any mobility needs.
 
Admission Process
All reservations are on a 'first come first serve basis'.
Patients are usually referred to Hope Lodge by the treating physicians or their staff. Often a patient is referred by a hospital social worker or chaplain. A patient or their caregiver can directly call the Hope Lodge director to reserve accommodations. Once the referral information and the medical professional's signature are received, the patient's name is placed on our arrival/waiting list. Cincinnati Hope Lodge Referral Form and mail to 2806 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206 or fax to 513-618-5586.
Upon your arrival, there is a check-in procedure that is a bit more detailed than what you might be used to in a hotel. Our staff will spend a few minutes orienting you to the building and reviewing our policies and guidelines. There is a minimal amount of paperwork to be completed. Please plan for about 15-20 minutes before you will be able to settle into your room.
From the moment you walk in the door, our goal is to make you feel welcomed and comfortable in an environment that is warm, peaceful, and relaxing.

What to Bring
Personal toiletry items
Clothing
Food
Routine Medications

 Frequently Asked Questions click to expand
Who Can Stay at Hope Lodge?
Hope Lodge is designed for guests who are independent (able to care for themselves, maintain the cleanliness of their room, and provide their own meals). Cancer patients must be accompanied by an adult caregiver who can assist in their care, should that be necessary.
Guests must be traveling to the Greater Cincinnati Area related to an active cancer diagnosis and be pursuing or participating in treatment.
All residents must be fourteen (14) years of age.
Any resident between the ages of fourteen and seventeen must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Guests (patients & caregivers) must be free of communicable diseases (chicken pox, shingles, measles, mumps or rubella, cold, flu, etc) or determined not infectious by a physician.

Are Guests allowed to have Visitors at Hope Lodge?
Visitors are more than welcome at the Hope Lodge. The Hope Lodge asks the following of its visitors:
All visitors are asked to sign in at the front desk upon arrival to Hope Lodge. All visitors are also asked to check out upon departure from Hope Lodge.
Visitors may wait at the front desk while the family they are visiting is located.
No visitors are permitted after 10:00 pm in Hope Lodge common areas or in patient rooms.
Those individuals with a cold or flu are asked to avoid visiting or staying at Hope Lodge.
Child visitors (under age 18) must be free of communicable diseases and may only visit after advance approval by the Director. When a child visits, there should be a supervising adult (other than the patient's caregiver) with the child at all times. Overnight child visits are not permitted. Babies who have had their 1-year (12 month) vaccinations of MMR and chicken pox are not permitted to enter the Lodge for eight weeks immediately after receiving them.

Is the Building Secure?
The Hope Lodge entrances are locked 24 hours a day. You will be provided with a magnetic key card upon your arrival, which will allow you access to the building and your room.
Residents, guests, and visitors are not to open the doors for anyone they do not know.
Our building is located on property that is monitored and patrolled by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Security Department.
All entrances to the building, as well as the parking lot, are monitored by security cameras.

Since the Hope Lodge Hosts Multiple Families, Is There a Dress Code?
Shoes or slippers are required at all times in all common areas to protect your feet.
Guests are required to be fully clothed in the common area. All guests, including male guests, are expected to wear a shirt in the common areas at all times.

Are There Televisions in the Guest Rooms?
Televisions are not provided in the guest rooms, but are available in several common areas throughout the building. You are welcome to bring a small, portable television with you if you like. The Hope Lodge also maintains two portable units, available on a first come, first served basis. Please note, there are no cable or satellite connections in the guest rooms.


Are There Telephones in the Guest Rooms?
Telephones are provided in each guest room. You will be provided with a direct dial telephone number upon your arrival. That number may be given out to your medical team, family or friends.
Answering machines and modem lines will not function in your room with our phone system. There are computers available in the Great Room for your use.
Only local access calls are permitted. Collect calls may not be accepted. Calling cards are required for making long distance calls from your room.

Is There Transportation Available?
The Cincinnati Hope Lodge can provide limited assistance with transportation for our guests, with advance notice, and based on the availability of volunteer drivers. There is taxi cab service available, as well as the city Metro bus.


Is There Anything I Should Know Regarding Medical Care and Supplies
The Hope Lodge is not a medical facility. We are here strictly to provide shelter and lodging. Therefore, the following guidelines are in place.
For those guests with refrigerated medications, a medication refrigerator is provided in the each guest room. Only medications are to be stored in the refrigerator. Please notify a Hope Lodge staff member if you have medications that require refrigeration. Otherwise, the refrigerator in your room will remain locked.
Disposal of medical supplies is the responsibility of the guest or caregiver. All needles or sharp items must be disposed of in a sharp drop box.
The use of medical equipment that provides life support or requires back-up electrical power is prohibited. Additionally, furniture, such as a hospital bed, is not permitted in the Hope Lodge.
Upon departure, all medical equipment must be taken home, or the home health agency must pick it up prior to your departure. Hope Lodge cannot store or take responsibility for medical equipment or supplies.
Home Health nurses may visit guests at the Hope Lodge who require checks on incisions, IVs, ports, etc. or education on self care.
Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy and any Rehabilitation activities must be conducted at an appropriate medical facility.
First aid supplies for urgent or emergency situations are provided, but are not meant to be used as a replacement for your medical or over-the-counter supplies.


Are There Any Restrictions at the Hope Lodge?
To ensure the health and well-being of all our guests, there are a few items which are NOT permitted in the Hope Lodge or on Hope Lodge property, including guest vehicles:
tobacco products
alcoholic beverages
illegal drugs
firearms or other weapons
candles, incense or other flammable materials
pets (other than service dogs)
dried or live plants or flowers
food/beverages outside designated areas
(kitchen, dining room, game room and movie theater - no food or beverages are allowed in the guest rooms)
use of heavy colognes or perfumes


Violations of these requests, illegal activity of any kind, as well as profanity, verbal arguments, excessive noise, or other behaviors that disrespect other residents, guests, volunteers, or staff at Hope Lodge may result in the termination of your stay.

 Services Provided click to expand
Four Fully Stocked Kitchens Each Equipped With:
5 Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave and Double Sink
All items need to prepare meals (pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
All dishes
Coffee, Tea, Sugar, Creamer, & Sugar Substitute
Coffee Pot
Variety of cooking spices and baking ingredients
Variety of pantry items
Paper towels and napkins
Salt & Pepper
 
Two Laundry Rooms Each Equipped With:
Residential Sized Washers & Dryers
Tide Laundry Detergent (compliments of Proctor & Gamble)
Fabric softener and bleach
Iron & ironing board
Vacuum cleaners, brooms & mops
All necessary cleaning supplies
 
Your Room Will Be Supplied With:
A twin bed and either a double or a queen sized bed, accommodating up to 3 people
All linens, including pillows, sheets, blankets, and towels
A thermostat for the individual control of the temperature in your room
A ceiling fan
A mini refrigerator for the storage of medications
Clothes hangers
Laundry basket
Tissues and toilet paper
 
Miscellaneous
Fitness Center with treadmill, stationary bike, and weight system
Computer Library with four personal computers & two laptop connections
Library with numerous books
Movie Theater with multiple VHS & DVD selections from which to choose
Meditation/Prayer Room
Recreation room with pool table and foosball
 
Prohibited at Hope Lodge:
To ensure the health and well-being of all our guests, there are a few items which are NOT permitted in the Hope Lodge or on Hope Lodge property, including guest vehicles:
Tobacco products
Alcoholic beverages
Illegal drugs
Firearms or other weapons
Candles, incense or other flammable materials
Pets (other than service dogs)
Dried or live plants or flowers
Food/beverages outside designated areas (kitchen, dining room, game room and movie theater - no food or beverages are allowed in the guest rooms)
Use of heavy colognes or perfumes
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.