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Christine Garcia plays with her daughter, Mikaelah, as her husband, John, and son Jordan play together in the back yard of the Fisher House on Tuesday, May 24, 2011.

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In Her Own Words

When Tara McLaughin's husband was killed she traveled to the Dover Fisher House with her children

Gold Star Sister Reflects

Christina Larsen and her family stayed at a Fisher House for the worst reason: the death of her brother, Air Force Capt. Ryan Phaneuf.

University of Arizona Supports Local House

"To have the University of Arizona support your Fisher House... that's pretty cool," - Tucson Fisher House Manager Kelly Laurich 

Volunteer of the Year

This year's volunteer of the year comes from Salt Lake City and is a true hero.

Hero of Fort Hood shooting reflects on Fisher House support

Army Maj. Patrick (Pat) Miller was shot in the Fort Hood shooting while trying to save others. His family stayed at a Fisher House to care for him.

Around-the-world cancer fight lands Air Force family in Fisher House

Late last summer, the Gaspar Family was in for big changes. The Air Force family of five had been reassigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan where Maj. Ian Gaspar would serve as a pharmacist.

  • 03/24/2023 Fisher House Dedicated at Sousley Campus of the Lexington VA Health Care System

    This is the first VA Fisher House in Kentucky.

  • 03/02/2023 In Her Own Words: What Fisher House means to Air Force veteran Cora Pitts

    Veteran and military spouse Cora Pitts shared her Fisher House story in a speech at the Ann Arbor, Michigan Fisher House dedication last year. Here are her remarks and her story in her own words.

  • 02/22/2023 Meet the Manager: Kelly Laurich

    Fisher House Foundation is privileged to have amazing managers at each Fisher House. These professionals do a wonderful job taking care of the families that call Fisher House “a home away from home.”

  • 02/06/2023 Taking Flight: Pilot in Training Receives Scholarship

    Mikaela Miles has always wanted to fly, and now she flies every day. She starts her days early, but she says that once she is in the air and sees the sunrise, she knows it’s all worth it. As a daughter of a Marine, she applied for and received a Fisher House Foundation Scholarship for Military Children scholarship which is now helping her reach her goal.

  • 02/03/2023 Chicago VA Fisher House Celebrates Love, Friendship and Family During Its First Wedding

    “We all suffered together and bonded during traumatic times. We were there to support one another. What goes on behind the doors of a Fisher House is remarkable.”

  • 02/02/2023 Awake After Two-Week Coma, Jacob Meek, Pumps His Fist

    Marine Corps Corporal Jacob “George” Meek wakes up from a two-week coma with his parents next to his hospital bedside. His parents, Wade and Laurel Meek, sent the photo to the San Diego Fisher House Manager after their son woke up after he was hit by a car. The photo won Fisher House “A Day In the Life” grant contest.

  • 12/12/2022 Scholarships for Military Children accepting applications for 2023-2024 academic year

    Applications are now open for the Scholarships for Military Children Program for academic year 2023 – 2024. The program, entering its 23rd year, recognizes the contributions of military families to the readiness of the fighting force and celebrates the commissary’s role in enhancing military quality of life. It’s administered by Fisher House Foundation.

  • 12/07/2022 Signia Supports Veterans and Active Military Members with $25,000 Donation Match Day to Benefit Fisher House Foundation

    Signia will be matching up to $25,000 in donations on December 30, 2022

  • 11/13/2022 Fisher House supporter honored for veteran employment

    NASHVILLE, Tenn.–November 11, 2022– HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced that it has again been recognized by Military Times as one of the country’s best employers based on the company’s efforts to recruit, retain and support current and former service members, military spouses and military caregivers. Since 2012, HCA Healthcare has hired more than 40,000 veterans, active-duty personnel and military spouses.

  • 11/11/2022 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Honors Veterans Through Support of 10th Annual Keys to Progress® Giveaway

    ST. LOUIS, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In observance of Veterans Day, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is again joining Progressive Insurance® to support the insurance company's annual Keys to Progress® program. In honor of the 10th vehicle giveaway, more than 100 veterans and military-related organizations across all 50 states received newly refurbished vehicles at nationwide giveaway events this week.

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We're there for service members and veterans of all wars and all eras, and their families. To all of our Vietnam Veterans, welcome home. #VietnamWarVeteransDay #FisherHouse #homeawayfromhome

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We're there for service members and veterans of all wars and all eras, and their families. To all of our Vietnam Veterans, welcome home. #VietnamWarVeteransDay #FisherHouse #homeawayfromhome

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More than mere names. This granite structure bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Today we honor and remember their sacrifice. #VietnamWarVeteransDay https://t.co/PHlILdxCke

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Congratulations to Jennifer DeLuca, Executive Director of Fisher House Boston, for receiving the Service Act Award at the Congressional Medal of Honor Society Citizen Honor Awards Ceremony this past weekend. Citizen Honorees exemplify the values embodied in…

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Congratulations to Jennifer DeLuca, Executive Director of Fisher House Boston, as a Citizen Award Honoree and for receiving the Service Act Award by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. @CMOH_Society @FisherHouseBos https://t.co/CVQ31F5WvC

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If your family is enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program, the DoD wants to hear from you, to help make sure they understand where its policies and programs are helping them and where improvements can be made. #EFMP #DoD #fisherhouse

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Remember to take care of yourself. Dial 988 for confidential support for veterans and their loved ones. #SuicidePrevention https://t.co/BViL2nmHPf

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It was an honor to be a part of the opening of the Freedom Matters exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The exhibit follows the pursuit of freedom throughout history and displays rare versions of U.S. founding documents. #freedom #FreedomMatters…

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It was an honor to be a part of the opening of the Freedom Matters exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. If you haven't had the opportunity to visit check out the five things you don't want to miss! #freedom #FreedomMatters #FisherHouse https://t.co/KHbtC8vwK1

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20 March 2003 – Operation Iraqi Freedom Begins ⁠ ⁠ #OTD in 2003, Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) began with the launching of approximately 40 Tomahawk cruise missiles.⁠ https://t.co/tEOuqD4mg3

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Of the millions who have served the nation, 3,516 men and one woman have received its highest award for valor. Today, honor them by getting to know them. https://t.co/Ws36GnbSx5 #MedalofHonor

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We were so excited to dedicate Fisher House No. 93 in Lexington, KY yesterday. The house features local photography and artwork, custom linens, and 16 inviting rooms along with a beautiful back patio. We are grateful to everyone who made this home possible.…

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Lance Cpl. Kyle Carpenter suffered grievous wounds after shielding another Marine from a grenade blast in Afghanistan. Somehow, he survived, and Fisher House was there to help him and his family. Kyle’s story is remarkable. At the age of 24, Kyle received…

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Since the creation of the Medal of Honor in 1861, only 3,516 Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen and Coast Guardsmen have been presented with our nation's highest award for gallantry. #MedalOfHonorDay https://t.co/3nyUU6opeS

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"Zachary would say today, okay, Dave, you nailed it." @CokerDavid We're getting closer and closer to House 100! #Roadto100 #LexingtonFisherHouse

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We're dedicating the @LexingtonVAMC Fisher House today! It's a rainy day but we're ready! 🌦️ https://t.co/x9DIQlLU3P

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Fisher House Foundation ranked a Four Star Charity for nineteen consecutive years.

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