Guest Stories

Every guest at Kathy’s House confronts a unique diagnosis. Their stories are often extraordinary. We are honored to be a part of their journey and to share some of their stories.

Cathy & Denis Van Den Heuvel

Cathy & Denis Van Den Heuvel

De Pere, Wis.

“When you walk in here it is just a huge weight off our shoulders because of the convenience and comfort. Everyone embraced us. It’s a lot better than sitting in a hotel room. I can guarantee you that.”

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Teri Lepak

Teri Lepak

Plover, Wis.

“Kathy’s House allows me to relax, take one step at a time and talk to people who are going through similar situations. If someone’s just sitting there, I ask ‘how’s it going’ and open up a conversation. We couldn’t ask for a better place right now.”

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Steve & Lilian Gong

Steve & Lilian Gong

Stockton, Calif.

I would absolutely recommend Kathy’s House to others. It’s a very well maintained facility. There’s people around, but I still feel very secure and comfortable.

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Karin Shirpke

Karin Schirpke

New London, Wis.

“Caregivers are often neglected. [I] wanted people everywhere to know how much support and care [I] received at Kathy’s House.”

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The Justus Family

The Justus Family

Appleton, Wis.

“The main things for me are the proximity to the person receiving the treatment, the cleanliness…and not [having to] worry about a $120/night stay. Being able to donate directly just for staying here is a great thing to do.”

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Cami & Julia Berglund

Cami & Julia Berglund

Omaha, Neb.

“We are just very grateful that we were able to stay here. This is so much better than a hotel. And the [certified therapy] dogs. That’s a really good part. It made me feel more at home.”

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Norman & Sandra Hill

Norman & Sandra Hill

De Pere, Wis.

“No one [at Kathy’s House] is ever alone … It’s a place of well, it’s a place of love. It’s a place of exceptionally high spiritual and moral boosting.”

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