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Helping Military Families During Medical Crises Because A Family's Love Is Good Medicine

Friends of
Fisher House - Illinois

Helping Military Families During Medical Crises Because A Family's Love Is Good Medicine

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Military Families Express Heartfelt Appreciation

I’m overwhelmed by the impeccable service…this has been one of the most beautiful experiences under the circumstances for my Dad’s medical problems…grateful doesn’t cover how I feel and blessed.

 

This our first time at the Fisher House—how amazing it is! ...thank you for providing comfort when we’re feeling most uncertain of what our future holds…after long days at the hospital it’s so nice to find fellowship upon return “home.”

 

Back again..so nice to know the Fisher House and staff are here for us. Especially when there is so much unknown in the future of my husband’s health…you provide for us at a time when we are dealing with issues that sometimes overwhelm us.

 

The staff didn’t act like staff. They treated us like family. I thought it would be like living in barracks. Wow, was I wrong! I’m grateful to Fisher House..found a new charity that is near and dear to my heart.

 

This stay helped so much! God blessed me by allowing us to stay in the Fisher House which gives peace in this timed of need.

 

After being here 32 days, we are going home…Fisher House is a lifesaver..what a beautiful place! Thankful for everyone who touched our lives.

Military Families Hosted

Project Donor

Funding for this project was provided by the Veterans Cash Scratch-off Lottery Grant from the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs.

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Cash

Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs
833 South Spring Street
P.O. Box 19432
Springfield, IL 62794-9432
Phone: 217-782-6641
www2.illinois.gov/veterans

 

Hines VA Fisher House Wish List

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Hines VA Fisher House is located at:
100 Crossman Circle
Hines, IL 60141
on
Hines VA Hospital Grounds
5000 S. 5th Ave
Hines, IL 60141

Groups / Individuals Can Contact Fisher House Manager to reserve dates to prepare meals at Fisher House or donate meal(s) for guest families at phone: 708-202-7154

Some of the items on our wish list reflect one-time only needs but most represent the on-going needs of running the house. Every in-kind donation allows us to stretch our donated dollars that much further. 

We prefer to accept donations Monday through Friday, 8am-3pm, but will try to be accommodating. Because Hines Fisher House is a private home, we ask that individuals and groups please call ahead to (708) 202-7154 in order to arrange a time to drop off donations. Thank you.

ITEMS WE CAN ALWAYS USE:

For the pantry:

  • Grocery store gift cards such as Target and Costco
  • Individually packaged snacks (granola bars, etc.)
  • Juices, yogurt, cheese sticks, packaged lunch meats
  • Fresh fruit such as oranges and bananas
  • Tuna fish lunch packs and microwaveable meals
  • K-cup coffee pods/coffee supplies


For the laundry:

  • Liquid detergent (Tide) for HE washers
  • Fabric softener sheets for the dryer

For the supply cupboard:
  • Liquid dish soap and dishwasher all-in-one tabs
  • Paper towels and toilet paper
  • Pledge multi-purpose cleaner, Lysol spray, Endust
  • Stainless Steel Wipes, Leather wipes
  • Cold cups and/or hot cups w/lids

For our guests:
  • Restaurant gift cards (i.e. Portillos, McDonalds, Subway etc.)
  • Gas cards

SPECIAL REQUESTS:

For the house and special occasion:
  • Vacuum cleaner (w/canister-no bag)

For the guest suites:
  • Individual hand pump soap
  • Deodorant – men and women
  • Travel size shower gel
  • Travel size hand sanitizer
  • Travel size kleenex

We do not accept clothing or used items. We are also well supplied with books, puzzles, games and toys.

Updated 08/20/19

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