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Ward 27 Teenage Cancer Trust Unit -  Leicester Royal Infirmary

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Welcome to Ward 27 Teenage Cancer Trust Unit. The Teenage Cancer Trust Unit at Leicester Royal Infirmary is located within Ward 27 and provides care for young people aged 13 - 24 with cancer. It is one of many Teenage Cancer Trust units around the country which provide specialist care and facilities for young people. 

Accommodation:

There are 5 beds on the unit consisting of 3 single ensuite bedrooms plus a two bed bay. The bedrooms are all equipped with a television and PS4, bespoke fitted furniture, soft furnishings, notice boards, and mood lighting. Other games consoles are available on request and there is also dedicated free Wi-Fi connectivity across the unit with access to laptops/tablets. There is a facility for one person to stay with you. Patients have access to meals provided by the on site  chef 7 days a week. There is also a shared parents/family kitchen.

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Social areas:

Social areas are provided for young people aged 13-24 who are patients. Family and friends may use these spaces only when accompanying the patient.

The Chill Out room is equipped with soft furnishings, a large plasma screen TV, satellite TV, blu-ray DVD player, jukebox, beverage bay, ‘Think Ink’ wall and games consoles. The beverage area contains a bottle fridge and coffee bar, with tea & coffee facilities available.

 There is a supply of regularly updated films and games. Arts and Crafts supplies are also available.

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The Quiet Room:

Is a quiet space with soft furnishings where you can chat, read or just chill-out.




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Day care facility:

This area is provided for patients whose treatment is short and who do not need to stay in hospital overnight. There is space for one visitor to sit with you, however you are free to use the other social spaces on the unit and get involved with any activities on the unit provided this is safe once your treatment is up and running. 


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Family Kitchen 


The family kitchen is a space for family members to prepare food & drinks.


 

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