With experts predicting that 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes, the hotel is leading the way in ensuring that it can provide safe and inclusive treatments to those touched by cancer, enabling guests to receive all the benefits of massage therapy safely and effectively.
The Amethyst Trust, an organisation established to meet the needs of people who have experienced cancer and are seeking massage, relaxation and pampering therapies, developed an approach to treating those with or recovering from cancer. The course undertaken by Billesley Manor was one of the first to be approved by a leading insurance provider and has been approved by the Industry Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC), along with the Federation of Holistic Therapies (FHT).
Laura Cherrington, Director of Sales and Marketing at Billesley Manor, said: “We believe that every guest deserves to feel welcomed and cared for, especially during challenging times. Our goal is to set a new standard in guest care and we're deeply committed to ensuring that every person, irrespective of their circumstances, feels embraced and valued. Through this specialised training, our team is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and understanding environment for guests living with cancer."
Laura continued: "There are a plethora of myths about whether massage is safe whilst undergoing cancer treatment or for those who have had cancer and recovered – the reality is that it is perfectly safe if adaptations are made. We are really proud to have therapists trained with the Amethyst Trust. In the past, clients have only been able to receive massage therapy with a signed referral from their GP, but with this endorsed training we are now able to welcome clients and provide treatment without the need for a GP letter and are fully equipped and insured to do so.”
Billesley Manor's collaboration with the Amethyst Trust reflects its ongoing commitment to guest wellbeing and its dedication to setting new standards in hospitality. The hotel aims to continue refining its services, ensuring that it offers comfort, relaxation, and inclusivity for all guests.
To learn more about accessing the treatment, please email [email protected] or call 01789 279955. For more information on Billesley Manor, visit www.billesleymanor.com/.
