December 12, 2012
If you’re looking for the perfect gift, consider a gift composed by 13 women who have poured their hearts out to inspire and give courage to other women who have lost their children. Farther Along: The Writing Journey of Thirteen Bereaved Mothers, by Carol Henderson (Willowdell Books, $17.95), is a… Read MoreDecember 3, 2012
A valuable set of talented and dedicated volunteers joined the SECU Family House Board of Directors for the 2013 year. Each member holds a three-year term and is looking forward to working with the donors, families, and volunteers of the SECU Family House! Six individuals are elected to serve a… Read MoreOctober 17, 2012
In September, friends and families gathered to celebrate a birthday–the SECU Family House’s first birthday! It was not only an opportunity to take advantage of the last bit of summer weather, but time to reflect on how many families and caregivers have been helped in one year, and think about… Read MoreAugust 22, 2012
Looking for a way to honor his late wife Gloria Griffin, beloved community volunteer and founding board member of the SECU Family House, Charles Griffin and his family conceived the “Memory Tree,” a unique plaque that honors or remembers a loved one. Situated before a front yard tree… Read MoreJuly 18, 2012
Julie Luck and Fox 8 made a trip out to the Family House this July for her weekly Inspired Living segment. Here, they interviewed Mrs. Dickerson and her family, who have stayed at the Family House periodically for over 30 days while Mr. Dickerson is receiving treatment for lung cancer. … Read MoreJuly 13, 2012
In 2002, 13 bereaved mothers united to cope with the grief of losing a child by starting a writing group. Twice a year they hold writing retreats, and in the meantime, they regularly contribute to the group blog. This August, they debut their their first book, Farther Along: The Writing… Read MoreMay 21, 2012
A spring gift from the Evergreen Garden Club is springing the Family House’s landscape plan into action! With a generous $10,000 grant–proceeds from their annual Holiday Auction–the Family House is working on plans to fill out existing shrubbery and trees, hide the conspicuous drains at the side of the House,… Read MoreMay 21, 2012
You’re invited to a special Summer Kick-Off Party hosted by Bob’s Big Gas Subs and Pub and The Dueling Butterknives (Virtual Comedy)! Thursday, May 24th, 7pm-10pm They will open the garage doors and have: -Beach music and dancing (swing, shag, etc.) -Corn hole -Sidewalk chalk -And… Read MoreMarch 16, 2012
Tickets for Belk’s Private Charity Sale are now available! Waiting for the right time to pick up the latest spring fashions? You are invited to purchase a $5 ticket to shop at Belk’s private Charity Sale on April 21st (6am-10am), and get unbelievable deals! All ticket proceeds come… Read MoreFebruary 20, 2012
The Board of Directors and Staff of SECU Family House on the Richard J. Reynolds, III & Marie M. Reynolds Campus are grateful for the wonderful accomplishments of 2011. We thank you, our supporters, for building and sustaining this warm and welcoming “Home Away from Home” serving families who are… Read MoreJoin our mailing list to get the latest updates and information on how to help