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Guest Spotlight: In Her Own Words
We have the privilege of getting to know many of our guests, whether they’re here for just for one night or for several months. All their stories are compelling with a common thread: they need a place to stay in Chapel Hill after an illness or accident brings them here for world-c… Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: The Georges
We cannot say it often enough: we have the best volunteers here at Family House! They are truly the heart of our home and a huge reason why the house operates so seamlessly day after day. Their skill sets are unmatched as they share their heart and soul with everyone who walks through our do… Read More
Guest Spotlight: A Story of Strength
In the 12 years that we’ve served patients and caregivers, we’ve housed families from all 100 counties in North Carolina, 44 states, and 7 foreign countries. While the need for affordable housing remains high, families come to UNC Hospitals because the level of medical care there… Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: A Fresh Start to a Long Day
Each day begins very early for so many at SECU Family House. The night guard ends the evening’s shift at 6:15 AM as the first staff arrives. Guests are in the kitchen pouring their first cups of coffee. Some return to the House after spending the night at the hospital with their loved … Read More
Angels Among Us During COVID-19
Despite upheaval around the world related to COVID-19, it's not surprising to any of us here that there are angels among us at Family House. Our hearts are exploding with gratitude as we share just some of the acts of kindness we’ve witnessed in the past several weeks: a former Hous… Read More
Virtual Community Page
“Social distancing?” We prefer “physical distancing with enhanced social connection!" Despite COVID-19 keeping us physically apart, we’re using technology, coordination, and ingenuity to support one another. In some important ways, we're growing more meaningfully con… Read More
Fun Family House Activities for Kids!
Gain a little quiet time with your little ones with this three-page activity pack that includes coloring, a word search and maze, all featuring Family House. Just print and have fun: Family-House-Kids-Activity-Pack.pdf Read More
National Volunteer Week 2020
We look forward to National Volunteer Week every year, and this time is no different... except that, with social distancing, it is! Even from afar, our volunteers are very near and dear to our hearts. Through your compassion and work for others, your energy lights up the House and serves as… Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
We're so touched that many of our guests stay in touch after returning home from their treatment at UNC Health. Over the years, this has come in many moving forms, like sending over kind cards, mailing in donations, preparing a meal, posting on our Facebook page, stopping by for a visit… Read More
Guest Spotlight: From A Guest's Perspective
Before she headed out to pick up her beloved father, Robert Montgomery, from the hospital, Kim Condie shared these beautiful words about Family House: “My mother and I so appreciate this wonderful place. We love the home atmosphere and the friendliness of everyone here. This place… Read More