Your Favorite Moments of 2020
Top Nine of 2020 We made the most of the crazy year last year. Take a look back at some of your favorite moments of 2020. See which pictures you liked most from our Instagram feed! Moment 1: Our sweet friend Ronald rang the bell at the cancer center… Read More
2021 Board of Directors
Welcome 2021 Board of Directors The SECU Family House elected its 2021 slate of officers on the Board of Directors: Raul Colon (Chair), Jose Rodriguez (Vice Chair), Kevin Mack, (Treasurer), Jackie Brewer (Secretary), and Mike Gannaway (Member At Large). Read More
Art Sale to Benefit the Family House
Art for Good Recent guest pays-it-forward with a holiday art sale Fleta, a recent guest, spent some time at the Family House this fall. When she returned home, she thought of a creative way to return the favor for future families – an art sale from her Asheville art gallery,… Read More
Welcoming New House Heroes
Welcome House Heroes grows to over 85 people dedicated to supporting families in need of safe, affordable lodging while receiving medical treatment. We are so excited to welcome over 20 people into our House Heroes monthly giving program. They put on their cape and tights to make sure… Read More
A Trio of Keepers
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 More
Save the Date: Family House Pumpkin Patch
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 More
Relief Funding Announcement
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 More
COVID-19 Impact
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 More
High School Volunteer Named Park Scholar
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 More