Some Notes From Our HHH Family

We spend a great deal of time saying Thank You to all of the wonderful people who volunteer for us here at The House.  We’re also very thankful to have the opportunity to help so many people in their time of need.  Every once in a while, some of those folks thank us!

Here is a sample of some of the notes that we’ve received:

“My stay in the hospital each time has been easier because you take care of my family.  Because of you I can rest, knowing that my family has a wonderful place to stay.”  Denise B.

“Our precious daughter had stage 4 breast cancer and went home to be with the Lord, but not before she delivered our precious grandson.  He was born at 31 weeks and remains in the NICU at MCV but is doing very well.  Thank you for providing such a wonderful service for patients and their families.  We appreciate the part you had in making our stay wonderful.”  Ron & Lori D.  San Diego, California.

“My husband, Kenneth, had unexpected surgery and I was apprehensive about staying in a strange place alone.  After Regina confirmed my reservations she helped me to be relaxed and completely at ease. “  McChell A.

“HHH is a place where miracles happen; the people I’ve met while staying here are against all odds.  It’s a haven for the world.”  Margaret D.  First female patient at VCU to receive the Freedom Driver, a portable artificial heart.

“My husband was at MCV for 6 weeks following a catastrophic automobile accident.  You made a terrible situation more bearable; from your warm smiles and welcome to your pleasant manner.  We have been living a miracle, and each of you are a part of that.”  Ruth G. Earlysville, Virginia.

“My daughter was a student when she was attacked and robbed.  When I got the call, I was told that I would not make it to Richmond before she passed.  I stayed at HHH with my adopted family for two months.  You made my stay during this horrific ordeal easier.  Without you, I don’t know how I would have made it through this period of my life.”  Melanie W.  Jarratt, Virginia.

We are very grateful to be able to reach out and provide for people during these times of crisis.  The letters from our guests contain all of the tragedy and details of what brought them to us, and not all of their stories end happily.  When we open the envelope and read, though, we smile warmly at the thought that we were able to be A Home Away From Home, and they will always be a part of our family.