activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Affordable Lodging for Adult Cancer and Lung Transplant Patients Senior-Focused Affordable Housing DevelopmentEditha House Foundation provides affordable lodging in a 10,750 sq ft facility with sixteen guestrooms for adult cancer and lung transplant patients and their caregivers receiving medical treatment in Phoenix, AZ. Each guestroom includes a private bathroom and kitchen, and guests are asked for a $55 cleaning donation.
- Guest Room Amenities Residential Respite and Guest LodgingThe guest rooms are equipped with queen size beds, sofa beds, private bathrooms, closets, linens, towels, safes, kitchenware (dishes, silverware, cooking equipment), and televisions with cable TV. Some rooms also feature private balconies.
- Meal Preparation Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors & DisabledMeals are prepared in a community kitchen for patients and caregivers.
- Shared Community Facilities and Amenities On-Site Community Amenities ManagementThe facility offers shared community spaces including two community kitchens, a dining area, two lounges with televisions, a laundry facility, a community patio with a propane Weber Grill, free Wi-Fi, a community computer with a printer, and covered parking. A Guest Resource Binder with local information is provided in each room and online.
- Transportation for Medical Treatment Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationThe organization provides transportation for patients to and from their medical treatment appointments.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Comprehensive Safety and Security Protocols safety_and_security_protocolsThe organization implements a multi-faceted approach to safety and security, including criminal background checks for admission, strict visitor restrictions, a non-smoking policy, locked doors, and prohibitions on weapons and illicit substances, to protect the well-being of guests, especially those with compromised immune systems.
- Home-Away-From-Home Supportive Lodging home_away_from_homeThe organization provides a "home-away-from-home" atmosphere through supportive lodging to reduce the emotional and financial burdens for adult cancer and lung transplant patients and their caregivers during treatment, fostering a healing and serene environment.
- Hospitality-Driven Supportive Care hospitality_based_supportive_careThe organization delivers supportive care with an emphasis on hospitality excellence, ensuring high-quality service, amenities, and a welcoming environment, which is further supported by a volunteer-dependent service model.
- Integrated Patient and Caregiver Support patient_and_caregiver_supportThe organization supports patients and their caregivers by requiring an adult caregiver to reside with each patient during active treatment and by providing curated local resource information to alleviate logistical and daily living challenges, recognizing the critical role of caregivers in patient well-being.
- Medical Referral and Eligibility-Based Admission medical_referral_requiredAdmission to the facility is strictly based on medical professional referrals and adherence to specific eligibility criteria, including a first-come, first-served room assignment system, to ensure services are provided to those with genuine medical need and coordinated with their care providers.
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what they call their work
Patient and Caregiver Lodging Program
Provides temporary housing for adult cancer and lung transplant patients and their caregivers traveling 40+ miles for treatment; includes private rooms with kitchens and shared amenities
Volunteer Support Program
Engages volunteers in facility upkeep, meal preparation, transportation assistance, and seasonal decoration to support guests during treatment
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who they work with
- Editha House Foundation Partner — Provides lodging and support services for adult cancer and lung transplant patients
- GuideStar Government — Profile listed on GuideStar, indicating transparency and public reporting of organizational information.
- National Association of Hospitality Houses Network — Member organization as indicated by the NAHHH logo on the website.
- Not specified Partner — Facilitates gift card purchases from local businesses such as restaurants, theaters, and grocery stores for guests.
- PayPal Partner — Payment processing partner used to securely receive donations.
- Valley's preeminent medical centers Partner — Located close to major medical centers in the Phoenix area, facilitating access for patients receiving treatment.
- Villa La Paws Partner — Collaborates with a local cage-free pet boarding facility to provide low-cost pet boarding for guests' pets.
- medical professional Partner — Medical professionals are required to refer guests seeking lodging at Editha House.