Patient Amenities and Locations
Patient Support Pavilion
The Patient Support Pavilion provides information and education for patients and their family members in a comfortable and inviting location.
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The Gathering Place Cafe
The Gathering Place Café is an inviting oasis where you can relax and recharge – with food that nourishes the body and revitalizes the soul.
Dining Options
Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique
At our Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique, trained staff and volunteers will help you select a wig and hats to make this transition a little easier.
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Seed of Hope
When a patient reaches a milestone in his or her treatment, they may receive two seed-shaped tokens.
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The Central Atrium
The Central Atrium includes a grand piano, which can be played by patients and visitors.
Watch some of the performances
The Healing Garden
If you enjoy a good patio, visit our Healing Garden. It is a quiet place to enjoy your lunch or read beside the fountains.
The Relaxation Room
A Relaxation Room is available for patients and caregivers in need of a quiet place to rest while visiting the Cancer Institute.
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Chapel
Your spiritual well-being is important to us. Our chapel is open to anyone seeking solace through prayer and meditation.
Gift Shop
From the moment you walk into the Cancer Institute Gift Shop, you’ll feel compassion and care from the staff and volunteers.
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Support Groups
Support groups present information, provide comfort, teach coping skills, help reduce anxiety and provide a place for people to share common concerns and emotional support.
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Appearance Services
The Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique and Hat Shop is open to all patients free of charge and is located in the Patient Support Pavilion.
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Patient Support
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. We are here for you every step of the way, as you or a loved one navigate the process from treatment to recovery.
Learn MoreConcierge Services
The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute offers concierge service for our patients, their family members, and other visitors. To take advantage of these services, visit the Welcome Desk on the first floor or call (501) 603-1133.
Services include:
- Escorts to Appointments
- Wheelchairs
- Arrangement for taxi service
- Valet parking
- Notary services
- Luggage storage
- Lost and found
A mailbox is available at the Cancer Institute gift shop, with pick up at 8 a.m. Monday-Friday. Postage stamps may be purchased at the gift shop.
An ATM machine is located in The Gathering Place Café. Information is available at the Welcome Desk about services on the UAMS campus and in central Arkansas, including:
- Banks
- Flight and weather information
- Florists
- Housing information
- Restaurants
- UAMS campus navigation