Fisher Houses are set up to encourage a sense of community while giving private respite to tired families.
You can make your favorite meal in the gourmet kitchen before turning in for a good night’s sleep.
How to Stay in a Fisher House
Fisher Houses are given to the U. S. Government as gifts. Military service secretaries and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs are responsible for the operation and maintenance of the homes. Fisher House Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code, builds new houses and assists in the coordination of private support while encouraging public support for the homes.
The Basics
- Proximity to hospital – most houses are within walking distance to the hospital, however, when they are not, transportation is provided to and from the hospital.
- Safety is important! There is a key or fob to get into the Fisher House and a key to get into your private suite. VA campus police or military police are in the area to ensure everyone’s safety.
- Meals are not provided but generous volunteer groups often bring in large dinners for the house.
Private Suite
- Beds set up to accommodate your family’s needs (multiple twins, full, rollaway crib, etc.) with top-of-the-line sheets, pillows, and comforter
- Private wheelchair accessible bathroom with plenty of counter space
- Towels provided
- Large closet with hangers
- TV
- Internet access
Common Areas
- Dining room
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Gourmet kitchen
- Coffee maker (AND coffee!)
- Pots, pans, etc.
- Utensils
- Your own pantry compartment
- Your own space in state-of-the-art refrigerators & subzero freezers
- Food staples
- Mixer
- Family room with large tv and seating
- Living room with seating and library
- Laundry room with multiple washers and dryers
- Outdoor patio
