Respite homes
Enjoy a get away with your loved ones!
Respite homes
We are pleased to offer cancer patients being treated by the York & Scarborough Hospital Trust, and their families, the chance to take a break away. We have two respite properties available one based in the picturesque seaside town of Filey and the other in the gorgeous countryside of Yapham, further details of both properties and how to apply for a stay can be found further down this page.
Cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery can be a very difficult process for both patients and their loved ones. Normal family life and routines are often disturbed by the strain of regular medical treatment, and a break away from it all is often invaluable. Time away to relax, regroup and recharge in a comfortable environment can help enormously.
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, are undergoing treatment, or getting through the other side, we’re here to help. Find out more about our breaks and how to apply through the link below.
Our Yapham respite home
Our Yapham property launched in 2023, the use of which has been generously offered to us by owners Hazel and Phil as a respite break for couples affected by cancer. Based in the picturesque outskirts of Pocklington it is surrounded by an abundance of nature and the ideal place for a tranquil getaway.
Suitable for two guests, the property has one double bedroom which is situated on a beautiful mezzanine. From a large picture window, you will enjoy stunning views across farmland which houses sheep and alpaca, and in the distance affords peaceful views of the Wolds.
On the ground floor, the property has a spacious and beautifully furnished living and dining area with double doors onto a patio area. It also has a fully fitted kitchen and bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Pets (other than guide dogs) can’t be accommodated and the property is non-smoking.
Old Tithe Cottage, Yapham
Our Filey respite home
Our Filey house opened in 2017 and is part of an award-winning coastal holiday village, The Bay, set in parkland, woodland and meadows and fronting onto a stunning beach.
Our house accommodates up to eight people and is furnished to a very high standard. With two double bedrooms, a twin and master suit (one en-suite of which is situated downstairs), a wet room and house bathroom, fully fitted kitchen and dining area and beautiful views from the balcony and bi-fold doors.
The property is on a private drive with off-road parking based only three miles away from Filey. On the holiday village there is a fantastic leisure complex and pool, pizzeria, pharmacy and arcade.
Pets (other than guide dogs) can’t be accommodated and the property is non-smoking.
31 Turnberry Drive, Filey
How to apply
If you’d like to apply for a break away at either of our properties, first you’ll need to request an application form from us. We’ll also need a signature from your doctor or senior nurse. You can get a form from the team at the office. The Leveson Centre, at either of our shops at the York Community Stadium or York Hospital, or at most GP surgeries.
Please note: We book the properties 3 months in advance and ask you to please be specific with your preferred dates to help us make sure we can accommodate as many people as possible as by being vague there is less chance you will be allocated a space.
Once you have received and completed your form, please send this back to the address listed on it. For Filey, you can choose to stay from Friday to Monday (three nights) or Monday to Friday (four nights). Yapham offers a three night stay from either Friday to Monday or Tuesday to Friday.
During subsequent years, one further visit is possible as long as the referral criteria is met. However, new patients will take priority.
Once a date has been agreed, we will require a £100 deposit to confirm the booking. This should be in the form of a non-refundable bank transfer or a cheque, which can be returned at the end of your stay unless you wish to donate it towards the upkeep of the apartment.
If you have any questions, please call us on 01904 764466, email nicola.doherty@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk, or apply by completing the form through the link below.
Need to contact us?
Call us on 01904 764 466 or email office@yorkagainstcancer.org.uk and one of our friendly team will be happy to help.
