With Governor Whitmer lifting the restrictions on health care providers who had to delay some nonessential medical procedures at the end of this month, Hunter Hospitality House will also begin resuming free medical lodging in Port Huron on JUNE 1ST. Utmost cautions will be in place out of concern for our guests, volunteers and employees. Some of the changes to expect in this first phase of reopening:
1) Each house will be occupied by just one family at a time.
Registrations will be done virtually whenever possible, and staff will work primarily off site.
2) Guests, volunteers and staff will have temperature checks and complete a brief health screening before entering the homes.
HHH will provide masks and gloves for staff and volunteers; masks will also be given to guests.
3) Volunteer house cleaners/staff will wait 4 days after a guest leaves to clean the home and change the rooms out. Guests will be encouraged to clean up after themselves during their stay and given access to proper cleaning supplies.
In the weeks and months ahead, as the threat from COVID-19 lessens, HHH will progress through three more phases of the organization’s reopening plan.
Thank you and take care!
Also, if you are a ticket holder to our annual fundraising banquet, Hope Blooms, it has been rescheduled for Wednesday, August 26th due to the spread of COVID-19. Doors will open at 5pm, with buffet lines opening at 6pm. The program will end by 8pm. There are a limited number of tickets still available. If you have already purchased tickets, please hang on to those as they will still be used for the event. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the rescheduling of this event and appreciate your understanding and support in this most unusual circumstance.
Tracy Willard, Executive Director
1) Each house will be occupied by just one family at a time.
Registrations will be done virtually whenever possible, and staff will work primarily off site.
2) Guests, volunteers and staff will have temperature checks and complete a brief health screening before entering the homes.
HHH will provide masks and gloves for staff and volunteers; masks will also be given to guests.
3) Volunteer house cleaners/staff will wait 4 days after a guest leaves to clean the home and change the rooms out. Guests will be encouraged to clean up after themselves during their stay and given access to proper cleaning supplies.
In the weeks and months ahead, as the threat from COVID-19 lessens, HHH will progress through three more phases of the organization’s reopening plan.
Thank you and take care!
Also, if you are a ticket holder to our annual fundraising banquet, Hope Blooms, it has been rescheduled for Wednesday, August 26th due to the spread of COVID-19. Doors will open at 5pm, with buffet lines opening at 6pm. The program will end by 8pm. There are a limited number of tickets still available. If you have already purchased tickets, please hang on to those as they will still be used for the event. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the rescheduling of this event and appreciate your understanding and support in this most unusual circumstance.
Tracy Willard, Executive Director
The mission of Hunter Hospitality House is to provide a complimentary home away from home, steps away from the hospital, for those in need of restoration while either comforting a sick loved one or receiving treatment themselves.
All the Luxuries of Home,
Conveniently Located and Absolutely Free
Services available at Hunter Hospitality House include:
- Private bedroom
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Laundry facilities
- Bath/shower amenities
- Transportation to hospital
Hunter Hospitality House is 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
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Because we are a unique facility and not a hotel, registrations are done by appointment only.
Appointments are made between the hours of 9:00am-7:30pm. This assures our guests are given the peace and privacy they need during a stressful situation. |
Business Hours
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday Registrations available everyday 9:00a.m. to 7:30p.m. |
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History
Hunter Eldon WillardIn 1991, Jeff and Tracy Willard experienced the devastating loss of their son, Hunter Eldon Willard, who was just 16 days old. Born seven weeks early, Hunter spent his short life in and out of Port Huron Hospital (now McLaren Port Huron), including a stay in the special care nursery.
Since that time, the Willards dreamed of providing a home near the hospital for families with hospitalized loved ones-a place where they could shower, take a nap, and eat a small meal, while being just steps away from the hospital. In 2011, twenty years later, thanks to the help of many wonderful volunteers and contributors, their vision for Hunter Hospitality House became a reality. Just two years later, they were able to open a second home at 2509 10th Street, next to St. Joseph Mercy Hospital (now Lake Huron Medical Center). Convenient, free lodging is now available in two beautiful, bed-and-breakfast style homes across from each hospital in Port Huron. |
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For more info and a look inside the houses, check out this video:
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Your Free Stay Is a Phone Call Away!
Two convenient locations, one convenient phone number.
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hunterhospitalityhouse@gmail.com
(810) 824-3679
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