May 11, 2020
A Bright Future It makes our hearts burst with pride when a young volunteer’s efforts are rewarded. Last week, it was announced that Sami Atassi (second from the right) had won the prestigious Park Scholarship at NC State University. According to the Crosby Scholar announcement, “Six years ago, Sami… Read MoreMay 11, 2020
Chef’s Hat Award Winners For the last 4 years, our Men Who Cook event raised significant support for our Family House patients and their caregivers. A significant part of the event’s success is the enthusiasm of our chefs to collect “tip” donations. The tip donations not only raise money… Read MoreMay 11, 2020
Going the Extra Mile Every year we have the opportunity to recognize an individual and a group volunteer of the year. We are incredibly honored to introduce you to our 2020 volunteers of the year! Emily Tyree We always look forward to seeing Emily Tyree walking through the Family House… Read MoreApril 27, 2020
Hat’s Off to Our Volunteers Recognizing House Volunteers Serving 100+ Hours During National Volunteer Week, the Family House highlighted the work of our House Volunteers. These volunteers commit to coming during regular shifts once a week or once every two weeks. They become invaluable members of the Family House… Read MoreApril 23, 2020
Our SECU Family House is a beautiful home. But without you – our volunteers, staff, and donors – she’s just not the same. Our management team and incredible Board are working together to keep our mission front and center in all that we do, and… Read MoreMarch 13, 2020
Last updated: June 16, 2020 This page will give you updates regarding the Family House’s protocols and procedures related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The SECU Family House is currently reopened for guests. Illness and injury don’t pause for a pandemic. That’s why the SECU Family House has been working with… Read MoreFebruary 6, 2020
On-the-Go Art Therapy Kits Students learn the benefits of arts and wellness Jan-term students from Salem Academy, a local high school here in Winston-Salem, spent three mornings at the Family House where they explored the intersections of art and healing. At the Family House, we know that art therapy can… Read MoreJanuary 14, 2020
Dates that You’ll Want to Know About! Now that the calendar has flipped to 2020, our calendar is filling up. Check out these upcoming dates to see how you can dial in this winter. > Jan. 28, 10a: Volunteer Information Session Volunteers are love… Read MoreJanuary 14, 2020
We’re hosting a challenge! The Drop 10 Challenge is our annual in-kind donation drive. We would like to invite your family, business, or service club to participate this year. Please contact Lisa Northrop at lisa.northrop@familyhousews.org or 336-793-2822 to accept the challenge! Download the wish list here. WHAT IS THE… Read MoreJanuary 8, 2020
We love looking back at some of your favorite moments of 2019. See which pictures you liked most from our Instagram feed! Moment 1: Audrey didn’t have just any request for her 9th birthday. She wanted to host her birthday party at the Family House, serving dinner to our… Read MoreJoin our mailing list to get the latest updates and information on how to help