This page contains a Flash digital edition of a book.
Daily news, Jobs, Training & TenDers www.spaopportunities.com comment


Green light for 10 Trinity scheme Daily news, Jobs, Training & TenDers www.spaopportunities.com


Healing with care C


ancer is a frightening word. Does it mean the end of life, an impaired life, radiation, chemotherapy or what? Does it mean disfigurement?


The spa industry can play its part in bringing a sense of control back into the lives of individuals afflicted with cancer


Singapore-based developer KOP Properties has received planning permission to convert the landmark 10 Trinity Square building in central London into a new luxury development. Work is expected to get underway on the


How are such cancer patients treated? Well not always too well – as the approach to caring for cancer patients is fairly clinical. Oſten one learns the cold, hard, clinical facts in the doc- tor’s office and then progresses through a series of treatments, surgeries and decisions – again with little comfort or support. Inspiritas in San Antonio is a spa for cancer


patients, their families, and their caregivers. It was conceived by the START oncology centre – a group of physicians and nurses who were inspired to give better support, care and yes love to cancer victims. At Inspiritas, patients can get physician prescribed massage from ther- apists trained at centres such as MD Anderson. Patients and their families can use the mediation room there without any charge. Te centre also offers guided imagery, yoga, acupuncture, T’ai Chi, Qi Gong and Reiki as well as massage and


healing touch. Patients can come to meditation and exercise classes with no expense. Please note that all of these modalities have been stud- ied in depth by the National Institutes of Health. Yoga has been shown to improve cancer patients’ quality of life and sense of well-being. Patients can meet with an oncology regis-


Eden Roc Renaissance Miami Beach has launched The Collins Club, a new member- ship programme that allows members to access facilities at the resort for an annual fee. Members of the new


tered dietitian to learn more about eating for health and healing. Tey can also get assistance with make-up and wig fitting in a warm and inviting setting. Te idea at this spa is to bring a sense of control back into the lives of individuals afflicted with cancer. Tere is no doubt that this spa is truly compassionate. It was founded by two tremendously caring individuals: Dr. Amy Lang, MD and Ms Ginger Kemmy RN, BS. Te START oncologists centre funded this program. Along the way Amy and Ginger teamed up with Lisa Starr of Preston-Wynne fame. At the 9 May meeting of the New York Spa


Alliance, Dr. Anthony Cahan, MD, FAC spoke about “making the breast cancer patient whole”. He spoke passionately about how women with cancer were disfigured in the past by cancer surgery. Tose womens’ survival rate were less than modern surgery with beautiful breast


© CYBERTREK 2012 © CYBERTREK 2011


transformation of the Grade II*-listed property during the third quarter of this year, with the Woods Bagot-designed project also involving Beijing, China-based Reignwood Group. A 120-bedroom hotel; a spa; a members’ club;


41 serviced residences; a restaurant; and two bars are planned as part of the development, which is due to be completed in Q4 2014. Further details of the spa are yet to be


announced, although it has been confirmed that LTW Designworks will be responsible for its design. KOP Hotels and Resorts will run the hotel. David Collins Studio is consulting on design


of the hotel’s public areas, bar and members’ club at the building, which sopened in 1922 as the Port of London Authority’s headquarters. KOP Properties chief executive officer Leny


Suparman said: “Our vision is for 10 Trinity Square to become a new global destination in of the City of London, with a very British DNA


Lockers +


Locking Systems +


Cubicles +


Washrooms Te historic building will house a luxury spa hotel


and a timeless, classic appeal. “Surrounded by old world elegance and new Mary is a spa industry veteran and pioneer


Mary Tabacchi


age luxury and with unrivalled views of the in s Lpoa education. An associate professor


ndon skyline, 10 Trinity Square really will of Cornell University, Mary has also had Details: http://lei.sr?a=y7e7w


Membership scheme for Eden Roc Miami


“The greatest gift that spas can give to all clients is caring and healing in a loving ambience”


scheme will be offered dis- counted rates on amenities including - but not limited to - spa treatments at the world’s only ELLE-branded spa, as well as at a range of restau- rants and on retail purchases and catered events. Te Collins Club offers two membership


reconstruction. Dr Cahan’s patients meet in his spa – like office complex where they have access to wig fitting as well as medical treatments. Note that the objective of these compassionate


physicians – the Start Group, Inspiritas and Dr. Cahan all seek to preserve dignity, self esteem and in women feminine beauty. Cancer is the second largest cause of death


Te membership offers guests complementary services at ELLE Spa


options - the “Eden Membership” and the “Roc Membership.” Both include complimentary access to the health club. Additionally, Eden members will receive 15 per cent off select spa


Comfort Zone secures deal for first UK concept spa


Adamina Spa of Kensington, in West London, UK has become the country’s first Comfort Zone concept spa. The deal between the day spa and the


among the over 18s aſter cardiovascular disease. Today mankind possesses the most technolog- ically advanced medical treatments in history. Yet we must heal the whole person, not simply “cure” the disease. Unfortunately, as the popu- lation ages, the risk for heart disease and cancer will rise. Te greatest giſt that spas can give to all clients is caring and healing in a loving ambi- ance. As we know, there are antidotes to these diseases which include nutrition and exercise. We as spas might refer those guests who ask to a physician, personal trainer, gym or dietitian. But we are best at holistic healing and caring. How to help cancer patients? Find your local


Italian product house will see Adamina Spa use Comfort Zone’s Aromasoul


Twitter: @spaopps Twitter: @spaopps


oncologist office and ask to form a partnership. Ask where to train your licensed therapist in oncology massage and spa treatments. Let’s reach out and heal.


Mediterranean line, which is designed to pro- vide a renewed physical energy inspired by the Mediterranean seas. Located in the affluent West London,


Adamina Spa incudes a number of treatment rooms, steamrooms and a relaxation area.


and salon treatments and 15 per cent off food, beverage, retail purchases and services. Roc Membership benefits include all Eden


benefits plus six complimentary spa treatments per month. Details: http://lei.sr?a=h2p7z


be th ultimate destination address in the City. an undergraduate scholarship created in her honour by Te International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation


Safe Space Lockers Ltd Unit 6, Chancerygate Business


Centre, 214 Red Lion Rd, Surbiton, Surrey. KT6 7RA T: 0870 990 7989 F: 0871 431 0452 M: 07974 154811


E: dominic@safespacelockers.co.uk Please call


0870 990 7989 for more details


Read Spa Opportunities online: www.spaopportunities.com/digital www.safespacelockers.co.uk


11


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16