Low cost accommodation is provided for patients and their carers

whilst attending appointments and receiving treatment at Melbourne’s hospitals

over 100kms away from their home

The Ryder-Cheshire Ivanhoe Homes is located at 10-14 Donaldson Street in Ivanhoe, about 9 kilometres north of the Melbourne city center.  It is conveniently located for shopping, buses, trains and community facilities.  There is adequate parking on-site and in Donaldson Street.

The home has 43 self-contained (bed sitter) apartments, set in peaceful garden surrounds.  Each apartment contains two or three single beds, an en-suite bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette.  Bed linen and towels are provided and laundry facilities are available.  Meals and nursing are not provided.

Initial bookings must be made by a doctor, liaison nurse, social worker or other professional at the patients’ treating hospital.