November 18, 2016
Your chance to shine Kick off the holiday giving season with the Family House Goal: Help the Family House raise $1,500 for its Family Assistance Fund so that 100 families can stay at a reduced rate! Ways You Can Participate in #GivingTuesday on November 29: Make a donation to help… Read MoreOctober 19, 2016
Eighteen staff members may keep the Family House open 365 days a year, but YOUR presence – as a donor or volunteer – is felt every hour of every day! 7am: Director of House Operations, Melissa, arrives at the Family House in her Hyundai “Snowflake”, with a McDonald’s coffee and… Read MoreSeptember 30, 2016
Happy Birthday! It’s been a special 5 years providing a sanctuary for patients and families in medical crisis. Look at what you’ve helped accomplish! Your Impact 98% of guests say their emotional and psychological well-being is positively impacted 100% of guests find their stay to be safe and… Read MoreJuly 6, 2016
The SECU Family House hit a milestone when it served its 20,000th guest last Friday. The SECU Family House, a hospital hospitality house located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a 45 bedroom facility that provides affordable lodging in a caring environment for patients and/or caregivers traveling to Winston-Salem for medical… Read MoreApril 26, 2016
A spring partnership with Sawtooth School for Visual Arts is bringing laughter and creativity to the Family House on Monday evenings. With the goal of achieving emotional and physical wellness through creativity, Sawtooth’s activities are filling the dining room with patients and caregivers who need a break from illness. Read MoreMarch 28, 2016
Volunteer turned non-profit leader picks up nod from Triad Business Journal. Kathy Carr, Executive Director of the SECU Family House was named a 2016 Outstanding Women in Business honoree by the Triad Business Journal! The Triad Business Journal’s Women in Business program honors extraordinary businesswomen in the Triad for outstanding… Read MoreFebruary 26, 2016
Thank you to all of our Drop10 Challenge participants this year! Together, you all collected over 1,700 items to pack our pantry! The toiletries, food items, and household supplies are used everyday to make sure guests have everything they need during their stay, and to keep our costs low for… Read MoreJanuary 29, 2016
The SECU Family House is pleased to announce the election of its 2016 slate of officers on the Board of Directors: Dr. Sharon (Shari) Covitz (Chair) Debbie Marshall (Vice Chair) Michelle Clifton (Secretary) Mickey Boles (Treasurer) Bruce Brown (Member-at-Large) The Family House also elected Roy Johnson, Jackie Brewer, and Megan Martin-Wall… Read MoreJanuary 14, 2016
You are invited to attend: Men Who Cook Saturday, March 5, 2016 from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Celebrating the SECU Family House’s 5th year of providing affordable lodging and so much more than just a place to stay! Come wine, dine and socialize as local celebrities serve up… Read MoreNovember 23, 2015
Education Program takes home prize for innovation Lisa Northrop, Melissa Thompson, Amy Lytle (Hands On), and Becky Wright accepted the High Five Award on November 18. For immediate release: Winston-Salem, N.C., November 23, 2015 – The SECU Family House’s Education Program was awarded HandsOn Northwest North… Read MoreJoin our mailing list to get the latest updates and information on how to help