ABOUT FISHER HOUSE
Fisher Houses are set up to encourage a sense of community while giving private respite to tired families. You can make your favorite meal in the gourmet kitchen before turning in for a good night’s sleep. Most importantly, every Fisher House is completely free of charge. The Fisher House has served more than 27,000 families since 2021 with a daily capacity of more than 1,300 families. The Fisher House has awarded over $2.3 million in scholarships.
ALL FISHER HOUSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE
Fisher Houses are owned and operated by the Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs in association with the attached hospital. Each Fisher House is between 7 and 21 suites and can accommodate 16 to 42 family members. They feature a spacious common kitchen, laundry facilities, spacious dining room and a living room with a library and toys for children. Newer houses are 100% wheelchair accessible and include elevators. A Fisher House is a temporary residence and is not a treatment facility, hospice, or counseling center.
FISHER HOUSE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
The Fisher House offers many different types of Scholarships with more than $35 million awarded to 14,000 military kids. Children of active, reserve, and retired military members may receive $2,000 college scholarships.
For more information regarding scholarships offered, click the link below.