Gift of Life Howie's House

A home away from home for transplant patients and families traveling to Philadelphia, PA for treatment. 🏡💙 Formerly Gift of Life Family House

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It is officially April, which means that it is #NationalDonateLifeMonth! Help save lives by spreading awareness in your communities and by registering to become an organ and tissue donor. Click here to register: https://t.co/FvKoj7z0Xf

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For #NationalSocialWorkMonth, we interviewed Andria Alderfer, MSW, LSW, a lung transplant social worker at @PennMedicine who received a liver transplant at 11 years old. Check out her interview here: https://t.co/APcyDgwsOq

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Leprechaun Heartman! 💙🍀💚

We feel lucky every day at the House because of our amazing community. We hope everyone in our community has something that makes them feel lucky today. Wishing everyone and that you have a safe and festive #StPatricksDay

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“I want to ring the chimes four times, once for the donor that gave me the chance to live another life, once for the surgeons and doctors, once for the people here at the House for giving me a safe welcome, and once for going home today.” - Robert, a lung transplant recipient

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Have you seen these submissions to our Strokes of Kindness Art Contest? These paintings are depicting two iconic areas outside the House - the Chimes of Hope and Big Blue Chair. They've helped raise over $3,000 already! Be sure to cast your votes today: https://t.co/dvgHNfcCBE

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The House’s favorite therapy dog, Ruby, returned recently to spread some holiday cheer to our guests! As always, we are so grateful to Ruby’s mom, Mary Smith, for her continued support in memory of her son, Eric. Thank you, Ruby and Mary, for bringing so much joy to our guests!

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Today is the day! Thanks to our generous community, over $23,000 has already been raised to support transplant families for Giving Tuesday! Start your fundraiser now or make a gift to help us reach our goal of $40,000! Get started here: https://t.co/6KcEm99sIT

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Staff members Miranda and Eva are here to remind you that Giving Tuesday is TOMORROW! All those who create a fundraiser and receive one gift will receive a FREE pack of House merchandise, including a hat, tote bag, and keychain. Get started here: https://t.co/pBRZfIlwFS

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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the House!

On this day of thanks, our hearts are full as we reflect on the impact our incredible community has had on transplant families this year. Thank you for your continued support of transplant patients and their families.

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And the winner is....

James Santos!

Congratulations to James for winning our Eagles tickets giveaway! We hope you enjoy the game. Thank you to everyone who participated in this last minute giveaway! #GOBIRDS! 🦅

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URGENT: Enter to win a pair of FREE Eagles tickets for the game against the Baltimore Ravens in Baltimore, MD at M&T Bank Stadium THIS SUNDAY, December 1st at 4:30PM. You must enter TODAY at 3:45pm. The winner will be announced on social media at 4pm.https://t.co/UPSA5FJp7v

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CUTE ALERT! Guest Anthony and his mom Lucy had the chance to see their special feature on the @donors1’s building banner in person! Anthony received a lung transplant this year and stays at the House for follow-up appointments. Read Anthony's story here: https://t.co/ly4yaYxNQp

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This Veterans Day, the House joins Gift of Life in standing united in our respect for every person who has answered the call of duty and bravely served our country. As we celebrate these heroes, we proudly share with them a tireless commitment to serving our community.

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Happy Halloween from all of us at the House!
We hope you and your family have a safe, festive and enjoyable Halloween! 🎃🍂

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Gift of Life Howie’s House is hiring!

We have an immediate opening for a Communications and Development Intern position this fall/winter. For more information and to apply visit:https://t.co/wvbmdDRmLC

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October is here, and so is #CARtober! This month, consider supporting the House by donating your unwanted vehicle. Whether it’s a car, truck, RV, or boat, we’ll gladly accept it—and pick it up for free! Help us spread the word this #CARtober and visit: https://t.co/el1CIilDzT

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Check out this recent 6ABC news story about past guest Rogina and her daughter, Kemiyah, a heart transplant recipient! They stayed at the House for over four months both before and after Kemiyah received her gift of life. Click here to read the article: https://t.co/WnnhlbDScW

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Pantry Volunteers Needed! Due to the many donations from our community, our volunteer center is currently full of food and household supplies. We currently need volunteers to organize and re-stock the pantry. If you are able to help, please contact the front desk at 267-546-9800.

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Talia Giordano, MSW, LCSW, and our current guest, Sarita Feldman are helping us showcase our new fall-inspired decor, which was put up today outside the House. We love to make the House feel as festive and cheerful as possible, and we think these decorations do just that!

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On 9/11, we remember the lives lost and honor the heroes whose courage and humanity were guiding lights on that dark day and in the difficult times that followed. We continue to hold them in our hearts, and never forget their sacrifice, bravery, and heroism. #NeverForget