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@gagathemom Hi Wanda, getting ready for this ASCT (autologous stem cell transplant) an feel pretty overwhelming. Just the logistics alone can feel mind boggling. But somehow, all those pieces just seem to fall into place. For an ASCT, patients usually can assume 3-4 weeks lodging. I know you have a place locked in for 3 weeks. If you need an extension, often landlords in Rochester are pretty flexible….on either end. With extensions and early exits. There are also a ton of hotels nearby that you could relocate to if needed. But by 3 weeks you might get the all-clear to head home. Your SCT team will be able to give you a heads up for an exit projection.
comprehensive about transplants, caregiver information, after care. There are several subject headings.

Not sure if you’ve seen this or not, but here is a good care guide from Mayo for SCT/BMT and CAR=T patients and caregivers. There are several topic headings so take your time to peruse everything that’s relevant from caregivers guide, what to pack, infection control, etc.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/caregivers-for-bmt-car-t-and-hematology/tab/transplant-journey/
Haha, dare I say, “You’ve got this”…😂. Joking aside, as a planner myself I know how we like to have everything nicely sewn up, details in place and nothing left to chance. I had a zillion sticky notes and note pads with lists of items to make our hotel stay a ‘home away from home’.

Here’s a comment posted a while regarding items I packed for my 4 month stay. You might find a few ideas. https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1059221/

Let me know if I can help with anything else! ☺️ What kind of dog do you have?

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I must say with my transplant in April of2024, Lori's lists helped me tremendously. I used the City of Hope's info they gave me and added Lori's. Next to nothing was a surprise. I hope you keep us posted Wanda. I am never happy to see anyone need a BMT, but happy when someone is having one that needs info. It is a life changing procedure.