Harbor House of Rochester, Inc.

We’re having a little fun for Donate Life Month with this satirical piece from the Onion. But in all seriousness, organ donation saves lives. To become a donor, go to registerme.org. https://www.theonion.com/excited-patient-points-out-organ-h

We've launched a new YouTube page where you can hear directly from our guests and their experiences at Harbor House. Check it out and SUBSCRIBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2P6QWxLoV5k76yTu1dl1w

#WednesdayWisdom

These are some of the important things a healthcare hospitality house offers its guests. People who come to stay at Harbor House are often scared, burdened and looking for comfort. When they find us, it takes many things off their mind, like Where will I sleep? How will I eat? Who can I talk to? If you want to help the places that offers this kind of support, support the mission at: harborhouseofrochester.org/make-a-donation/

Happy National Find a Rainbow Day. Here’s to searching for yours and finding it!

THANKFUL THURSDAY Thank you to everyone who supported our Sipping on the Sofa series this year. We had so much fun and learned so much. A big shout out to Point of the Bluff Vineyards , Black Button Distilling and little Lake Brewing, LLC for helping put on the event.

Amazing how fast 5 years has flown by! Thank you all who helped me then and continue to support me and my family today. In celebration of transplant families,... I ask you to consider making a small donation to Harbor House which has served as a safe place for many over the past 11 years. More on Harbor House and how to donate are in the links below. Thank you! HARBOR HOUSE DONATION: https://www.harborhouseofrochester.org/make-a-donation HARBOR HOUSE LINK: https://www.harborhouseofrochester.org/

Just a lovely Fall day at the Harbor House. #homeawayfromhome

Our friends @SECUFamilyHouse have a great article about preparing for your doctor appointments. Your appointment is about you! Learn how to make the most of it. https://www.familyhousews.org/confidently-question-doctor/

We’re just over 50% of our goal for the annual appeal. All donations are currently being matched till November 1st. Your donation can have twice the impact! https://www.harborhouseofrochester.org/make-a-donation/

Today is National Make a Difference Day. Are you looking to make a difference in your community? We have lots of ways you can help at the Harbor House! We need volunteers to help with the Fall cleanup. If you’re interested in stopping by for an afternoon, call Joan to set something up. Or maybe shopping is your thing. We have lots on our wishlist, like travel sized toothpaste and toothbrushes, dish towels and dish cloths, or a cordless vacuum cleaner. Check out the full list at: https://www.harborhouseofrochester.org/make-a-donation/ Or maybe you’re busy and just want to make a donation. We’re a third of the way to our goal for our annual appeal and all donations are matched till November 1! Any way you help makes a difference.

This week’s #WednesdayWisdom is about joy and vulnerability. Check out the full story below: http://www.oprah.com//catastrophizing-how-to-feel-joy-with

The weather has cooled down and football is back on. You need a good chili recipe to get you through the season. Here’s a delicious pick from the American Heart Association: https://recipes.heart.org/en/recipes/quick-chicken-chili https://youtu.be/otyLLV4uGuM

Medical Minute Monday What do toilet seats and URMC have to do with heart disease readmission rates? Check out the article below to find out: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu//rit-urmc-receive-nih-fundi

We wanted to share a video our weekend manager, Mary made. She tells a little about herself and why Harbor House's mission is important to her. Check it out!

Today’s #FridayFunny is brought to you by Global Cat Day!

Were you planning on shopping during Amazon Prime Day, October 13 and 14? Please consider using smile.amazon.com and choosing Harbor House as your charity of choice! A portion of all your purchases will go to the Harbor House.

Of course life is hard right now, but so are the times we struggle with chronic illness, in ourselves or loved ones. Check out this article about being kinder to yourself to help you get through the crazy times in life. https://tinybuddha.com//5-ways-to-be-your-own-best-friend/

#FeelGoodFriday