November 6, 2020
Dewey’s Bakery Online Store to Benefit the Family House Open Now! Shop your Dewey’s Bakery iconic holiday favorites from the comfort of home and help families in medical crisis. Dewey’s products make great hostess gifts, client gifts, and special treats! 25% of your purchase will come right back… Read MoreOctober 12, 2020
A Trio of Keepers Meet our incredible housekeeping team If one thing is for certain, our guests will check in to a fresh, clean, comfortable room provided by the talented housekeeping team at the SECU Family House. The dedication, hospitality, and care displayed by this trio, Shannel, Kayla, and LaTeea,… Read MoreSeptember 14, 2020
You are Invited! We miss you! Stop by the Family House on October 22 from 3:30-5:30 pm for a fall Family House visit and to pick out your favorite pumpkin! The event will be rain or shine. Apple cider and donuts will be waiting to help you get in… Read MoreAugust 4, 2020
SECU Family House Recognized as One of Winston-Salem’s Important Essential Service Providers with a Gift of $100,000 from the SECU Foundation. MEDIA RELEASE – August 2020 The State Employees Credit Union Foundation awarded the SECU Family House a grant of $100,000 for COVID-19 relief. The SECU Family House is a… Read MoreJuly 23, 2020
How Covid-19 Changed the Family House and how you can help Occupancy falls from 89% to 38%. Creates initial income loss of $99,000. Visitor restrictions, hospital scheduling, and social distancing measures are affecting occupancy. Low numbers and guest income loss expected to slowly improve. … Read MoreMay 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 More