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COMFORTING PATIENTS
Continuing the “Massage” of Angie’s Spa
Therapeutic massages are proven to aid cancer patients in decreasing anxiety, depression, and fatigue while also reducing their pain and some side effects of treatment.
During the past 10 years, 15,288 cancer patients undergoing treatment at Northridge Hospital’s Thomas & Dorothy Leavey Cancer Center have enjoyed massages thanks to Angie’s Spa Cancer Foundation—a 501(c)3 charitable organization. Angie’s Spa selected Northridge Hospital as one of only 10 hospitals in the U.S. to receive funding for free in-hospital therapeutic massages for patients. The most recent grant of $40,000 in FY20 grant brings the total to $382,200 received from Angie’s Spa over the past decade.
While Angie’s Spa ceased operations in 2020, Northridge Hospital Foundation will continue the massage program for our cancer patients in honor of Angie’s Spa and the tremendous impact it has on our patients’ outcomes.
Patients Love Angie’s Spa Massages
“Angie’s Spa free massage made me feel better and helped me overcome my pain, physically and emotionally.
If it wasn’t for the Foundation and their supporters,
I wouldn’t have high spirits and a chance to beat cancer.”
~ GRATEFUL PATIENT
Angie’s Spa was created in memory of Angie Levy, who battled breast cancer for nine years before succumbing to the disease at age 36. Angie maintained an upbeat attitude and love for life’s small indulgences, which inspired the idea of Angie’s Spa.
“I appreciate the feedback the C-Mill provides. I am able to walk on my own, and I am so happy that
I can use this machine to continue improving my walking pattern.”
~ TINA ORKIN STROKE SURVIVOR
First C-Mill in the Valley Helps Patients Walk Independently
In February 2020, Northridge Hospital’s Center for Rehabilitation Medicine introduced the only Motek C-Mill in the Valley, purchased with proceeds from the Annual Golf Classic and Tennis Tournament. Used for gait training, this high-tech treadmill analyzes a patient’s unique walking pattern and uses virtual and augmented reality to customize each session.
The machine tracks a patient’s progress and provides video feedback as patients learn to avoid obstacles and adjust step width or length. It’s a fun, interactive way for patients to safely master the skills needed to live independently.
Pfizer Provides Transportation for Cancer Patients
A $10,000 grant from the Pfizer Healthcare Foundation provided 300 trips for breast and lung
cancer patients to receive treatment at the Leavey Cancer Center and Carole Pump Women’s Center.
Many of these patients are seniors who no longer drive and are exhausted after treatment.
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