HELPING HANDS ❤
Fisher House... Home Style Care & Comfort... One Family at a Time.
Helping Hands is published by Fisher House, Inc., a non-profit Texas corporation operating under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Helping Hands is sent to guests, donors, and supporters of Fisher House, Incorporated. Complimentary issues are available for the asking.
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A big thank you to Avis Banks and Cheryl Payadue for volunteering once again at the registration table during this year’s golf tournament.
From Our CEO/Executive Director
I want to extend my warmest wishes for a happy holiday to everyone. This year has been truly remarkable with the opening of the new House II at the South Texas Veterans VA Fisher House. Thanks to our donors Fisher House, Inc., was able to contibute $1.3 Million to the the Fisher House Foundation toward the build of this new home. The new house allows us to provide support to 106 military families in San Antonio at any given time. A project of this scale wouldn't have been possible without the incredible support of our donors. A heartfelt thank you to all who made this achievement possible.
The staff and Board of Directors of Fisher House, Inc. had a fantastic time volunteering at the 2024 Finck Cigar Bash. The event was filled with great food, drinks, and lively company. Once again, it was a sold-out success, raising vital funds for Fisher House, Inc. A heartfelt thank you to the Finck family, vendors, sponsors, and everyone who attended. For more details, see the brief on page 5 of this newsletter.
DwayneF.Hopkins CEO/ExecutiveDirector
The Golf Tournament on November 4th was a fantastic day of competition and camaraderie. We had an incredible turnout with 168 players across multiple teams, filling both courses at Fair Oaks Golf Course. A huge thank you to our generous sponsors— Platinum sponsor J&J Worldwide Services, Gold sponsors Fisher House Foundation and Security Service Federal Credit Union, and Bronze sponsors Circle K, Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union, NIKA, Laurel Ridge, Frost, Blue Skies of Texas, and Paul Allen Homes—for making this event possible. Be sure to check out the highlights in the photos on pages 6 and 7. This year’s tournament featured awards for the top three teams, as well as special prizes for the Closest-to-the-Pin and Longest Drive competitions.
As 2024 comes to a close, I want to express my gratitude to all of our volunteers and sponsors. With a small staff of just three at Fisher House, Inc., we rely heavily on the dedication and support of each volunteer and sponsor to make everything possible. Your efforts are truly invaluable to the military families in San Antonio. Thank you for all you do!
VolunteerSpotlight
Julene has been a dedicated volunteer at the VA Fisher House since March 2018, contributing more than 1,800 hours of service over the years. She has become an integral part of our volunteer team, taking on a variety of tasks, from organizing the house to grocery shopping, and assisting with any other needs that arise. Whether it’s lending a hand with events or helping with extra duties, Julene is always ready to help. Her response to our request for assistance is consistently, “What do you need help with?”
Beyond her invaluable support with the day-to-day operations of the Fisher House, Julene is a compassionate presence for our guests. Many families facing difficult times while their loved ones are in the hospital find comfort in Julene’s willingness to listen and offer a kind word. Her consistent dedication and caring attitude make a profound difference in the lives of those she serves.
Each year, Fisher House, Inc. honors one outstanding volunteer with the Helping Hand Award—a recognition of exceptional dedication to our mission. This year, we are proud to announce that the 2024 award recipient is Julene Slora, pictured on the right of the photo. The VA Fisher House is truly blessed to have Julene as part of our volunteer family. Her commitment, kindness, and support mean the world to us and to the families we serve. We are deeply grateful for everything she does, and we are honored to recognize her with the 2024 Helping Hand Award. Thank you, Julene, for making such a positive impact on the Fisher House community!
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MEET OUR FISHER HOUSE INC NEWEST BOARD MEMBERS:
Brig Gen James Dienst (Ret.)
Brigadier General (Ret), Jim Dienst is a senior executive leader with over 30 years of experience and demonstrated success leading large and dispersed medical organizations across the Air Force and Department of Defense. Jim was born and raised in Kansas. He graduated from Emporia State University in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He graduated from the Houston College of Optometry with a doctorate in 1989. Later, in 2010, graduated from the in-residence Air War College program with a master’s degree in strategic studies within the Air Force Chief of Staff’s Blue Horizon’s Program. Entered into the active-duty Air Force (AF) in 1996 and retired from the military in 2020.
During his time in the military, he served in a large variety of roles, to include serving as a commander five times (squadron, group, agency, and wing), completed a AF fellowship in war plans and operations, oversaw the medical operations center at the Pentagon, served at the Joint Task Force NCR Medical, was the Surgeon General for the AF Reserves Command, was the senior AF officer in the Defense Health Agency, served as the AF Biomedical Sciences Corps Chief, served as the Director for both the DHA J7 Education and Training and the DHA J8 Financial Operations directorates, and served as the commander of the AF Medical Operations Agency and the Commanding General for the 711th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson AFB.
Since leaving active duty, he was actively employed by the MITRE Corporation as the Principal Healthcare Strategist and Department of Defense senior medical advisor, and since currently working at the Leidos Corporation as a Human Performance and Warfighter Readiness consulting employee. He also serves on the executive board of the U.S. Military Officers Association of America (MOAA). Jim is married to his wife Judith and has five children and five grandchildren.
Anna Gorjup
Anna Gorjup, a 12 year employee of Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union, currently in the position of Business Development Regional Director. Anna’s professional role has allowed her to make a significant impact not only at RBFCU but also in the broader community. Anna recently joined the Board of Directors for Fisher House Inc., a cause close to her heart. Throughout her career, Anna has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for helping others, all of which will be invaluable assets as she works alongside other board members to support the mission of Fisher House, Inc.. Her appointment reflects her deep commitment to supporting military families and veterans, a cause that resonates with her both personally and professionally.
Anna is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University, where she earned her degree in 2008. As an avid supporter of the Aggies, she is especially passionate about their football team. Outside of her professional life, Anna is happily married to her husband, Gabriel Gorjup, a dedicated 16-year veteran of the United States Air Force. Together, they are raising two wonderful daughters, Ava and Aubrey, who bring endless joy and energy to their family.
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GUESTS AT THE FISHER HOUSE
Scott Reed
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I would venture to say, like many, my understanding of the Fisher House was a place our nation’s heroes and their family members stayed during the care of wounds sustained in combat. I was unaware of the support and programs available, free of charge, to active military, veterans, and their families.
In early 2020, I learned I was in end-stage kidney failure due to the genetic condition of polycystic kidney disease. In November, my kidney function had dropped to eight percent. My nephrologist explained I had approximately three months to decide if I would go on dialysis or be put on hospice care until my kidneys failed. The typical wait for a cadaver kidney match is between six to eight years; during which I would be on dialysis at least three times per week. I saw my father suffer through dialysis and knew it was not the lifestyle I wanted.
In December, my best friend, Jim Lotz passed away unexpectedly. Jim and his wife were to be my medical team should a miracle happen, and a kidney become available. As a life-long Batchelor with no children and the only remaining family being my 79-year-old mom, the decision was easy. After speaking with my mom about my decision for hospice, I was truly at peace and ready to see Jim!
Two days after Jim passed, I received a call from a former colleague from the military. I answered the phone and she said, “what’s this about you needing a kidney…..I’m gonna give you one so what do we have to do.” I explained we would likely do a donor match, where she would give her kidney to a recipient, and I would receive their donor’s kidney. She inquired as to why I wouldn’t get her kidney. I explained that my blood type, B+, was rare. Ashley said, “Scott, I’m B+ and so is Bill (her husband).” In January of 2021, Ashley began testing to see if she would be a match. The transplant took place March 11, 2021, ironically on World Kidney Day.
Three days after the transplant, I transitioned to the Fisher House for three months. As most of us remember, during this time, the nation was still dealing with the implications and restrictions of CV19; this was very much true with the Fisher House. Due to the restrictions, a care giver not currently with the patient, was required to quarantine in a hotel for two weeks and then could move to the Fisher House. Friends volunteered to come up for a month at a time, but I just couldn’t ask that commitment from anyone, especially with the quarantine requirements. Like most things in life, I would just face this situation head on and adjust as necessary until I got home. Little did I know I would be surrounded by a group of people that became my “Fisher House Family.”
In normal times, most every room is filled with a patient and/or their family members; some staying several days and others, like me, months. Under the CV19 restrictions, only five families were assigned to any one Fisher House. My house consisted of three other kidney transplant patients, their caregivers, and one lady going through treatment for breast cancer and her husband. I believe this restricted number of guests, brought us together quickly, instead of being strangers passing in the common areas.
In a short time, we became close, supporting each other through the up and downs of treatments, medicine regimens (I was on nineteen medications post transplant), late-night trips to the ER, birthdays and even a 45-year wedding anniversary. I learned, prior to the restrictions of CV19, at three to four times a week, a volunteer organization would come to the Fisher House and cook or bring food for the residents. As this was not an option, we began a process of cooking “family meals” at least three times per week; my responsibility was breakfast on Saturday mornings.
The staff of the Fisher House took every precaution necessary to protect us and yet continued to provide services and support throughout the entire stay. I remember walking into the kitchen one morning and seeing a note on top of a pile of groceries. It said, “Happy Memorial Day, look inside the refrigerator.” We were provided with a full complement of items needed for a cookout to remember those that had gone before us and celebrate our successes. This cookout also turned into a going away party for me; I was cleared to come home two days later.
As you can imagine, we became close and stay in touch to this day. I’m happy and blessed to say all the transplant patients are thriving and living their best lives.
CommunitySupport
We are excited to announce that Fink Cigar Company has made a generous donation of more than $57K to Fisher House Inc. following the success of their annual Cigar Bash event. This incredible contribution will go a long way in supporting the vital work Fisher House does for military families in need.
Each year, the Fink Cigar Company hosts its highly anticipated Cigar Bash, bringing together cigar enthusiasts, supporters, and community members to celebrate and raise funds for worthy causes. Since 2012, Fisher House Inc. has been the proud beneficiary of this incredible event totally over 400K in Contributions.
Fink Cigar’s donation is a testament to their unwavering commitment to supporting those who serve our country and their families. The funds raised will help Fisher House In. expand its services, ensuring that military families have a safe, supportive place to stay during difficult times, easing the emotional and financial burdens of having a loved one in medical care.
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Fink Cigar Company for their continued support and generosity. This donation not only reflects the spirit of giving that defines the Cigar Bash, but also highlights the power of community and the impact we can make when we come together to support those in need. Additionally, a heartfelt thank you goes out to all who attended and participated in the Cigar Bash. Your contributions, both large and small, make a meaningful difference in the lives of military families. We are grateful for your continued support and look forward to future collaborations that will help make the world a better place for those who have served.
Thank you again, Fink Cigar Company, for your incredible generosity and commitment to Fisher House Inc. Together, we are making a lasting impact!
In 2006, a small group of retiring military officers came together in San Antonio with a shared desire to continue serving their country, even after leaving active duty. With fewer than ten original members, they formed the San Antonio Defense Gang, a network dedicated to supporting one another and the broader military community. Their mission was simple yet profound: to maintain the core values and sense of camaraderie they had built during their years in uniform while providing a platform for personal and professional support.
Since its inception, the San Antonio Defense Gang has grown steadily, now boasting more than 350 retired senior officers from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force—all Colonels and Captains. United by a deep respect for military tradition, the group has become a cornerstone of support for active-duty personnel, veterans, and their families in the San Antonio area.
One of the group’s most notable contributions has been its longstanding partnership with Fisher Houses Inc.. The San Antonio Defense Gang chose the Fisher House Inc. as their charity of choice in 2008, with an initial donation of $2,500. Over the years, as the group’s membership grew, so did their financial contributions. In 2024, the Defense Gang made a remarkable donation of $93,000 to support the Fisher Houses in San Antonio. This brings their total contributions since 2008 to more than $700,000, far surpassing their original goal of supporting military families in need.
Fisher House Inc. expresses its deep gratitude for the unwavering support of the San Antonio Defense Gang. Their dedication to serving military families—both active duty and veterans—has made a lasting impact, and they remain a vital part of the community’s efforts to care for those who have served our nation.
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18th ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
NOVEMBER
4, 2024
On Monday, November 4th, 168 golfers gathered at Fair Oaks Ranch & Country Club in Boerne for an incredible tournament that raised over $84,000 for the Fisher Houses in San Antonio! Fisher House, Inc. extends heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers for their generosity and support of our mission.
Platinum Sponsor
J&J Worldwide Services From CBRE
Gold Sponsors
Fisher House Foundation
Security Service Federal Credit Union
Bronze Sponsors
Laurel Ridge Treatment Facility
Blue Skies of Texas CircleK
NIKA Solutions
Frost Bank
Paul Allen Homes
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Full Hole Sponsors
Mark Ferguson (Fisher House, Inc. Board of Directors)
CMSgt (Ret) Wayne & Ruth Elaine Smith
Maj Gen Roger Burg (Fisher House, Inc. Board President)
BGen (Ret/USAF) Chuck Potter and Lt Gen Tom Travis
Col Mickie and Mrs. Fran Williams USA (Ret) (Fisher House, Inc. Board of Directors)
In-Kind Sponsors
4Imprint
Bexar Printing
Natural Bridget Caverns
Becker Vineyards Texas Hill Country
Circle K
Crafty PPL
La Cantera Resort and Spa
Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club
Fast Signs San Antonio Alamo Ranch
H-E-B Helping Here
Hyatt Regency Hill Country and Spa
Kendra Scott La Cantera
Black Rifle Coffee
Top Golf
Horse Soldier
Richard Neal
BGen (Ret/USAF) Chuck Potter
A special thank you to all our sponsors and donors for making this an incredible event!
2024 Golf Tournament
DONATIONS
The Fisher House Family would like to offer their sincerest thanks and appreciation to all of those who have generously and thoughtfully provided their time, talents and treasures to support the guest residents of the Fisher Houses. We appreciate your encouragement for our continued success in service to support the military men and women, and their families who will benefit from the services of the Fisher House. The following “Friends of Fisher House, Inc.” have provided financial support between May 1, 2024 through October 31, 2024.
HONORARIUMS
DONOR IN HONOR OF
Corey Hoefs
Audrey Howell
Steven Jackson
MEMORIUMS
CMSgt. Amanda Hass
Nancy Howell
Col Roger B. Harvey, DMV, USAR(Ret)
DONOR IN MEMORY OF
Don and Lorraine Beere Don A. Beere
Wilmer and Elaine Carroll Col. Russ Williamson, USMC
Dede Crosmer Harold Myers
Janice Kregor Michael Lagrew
Laura Liberty Charles W. Liberty
Marjorie Meeks Shirley Hess
Bob and Kathleen Moss Marlin McFarlan
Peggy Ramsey Bill Murray
BUSINESSES AND CORPORATIONS
Bank of America
The Benevity Community Impact Fund
Bexar County Commissioner Grant Moody, Precint 3
Breckinridge Capital Advisor
Dietrich Electrical Service
Enterprise Mobility Foundation
Honeywell International Corporation
Lockheed Martin Employee’s PAC
LPL Finacial
Our Change Foundation
SRC, SYR Research Corp
Wildcat Bakery LLC
MILITARY CHAPELS
47 FTW/HC
DONOR IN HONOR OF
Michelle Quinn
Robert and Martha Sherwood
Dillon Quinn
Dr. and Mrs. David J. Friedman
DONOR IN MEMORY OF
Paul and Shirley Reed
Sharon Reed
France Ross
Thomas and Cynthia Schneid
Robert and Martha Sherwood
Margarita Trevino
Frank Whitington
Elnora Joyce Wolfe
ORGANIZATIONS
Air Force Village II Protestant Church
Roy D. Stanphill
Brandon Churchill Reed
Laren R. Shortridge
Dr. Chuck Stock
Leah Renee Sherwood
Victor Trevino, Sr.
George L. Whitington, Jr.
William B. Wolfe
American Legion Auxilliary Unit 320 of Gilmer Texas
Canyon Lake Rotary Club
Devine Area Health and Hospice Resource
NSDAR Jacob’s Well
San Antonio Defense Gang
U.M.C. Builders SS Class
VFW Lackland Post 9174
West Fork Community Church
SPOUSES CLUB
Cannon Spouses’ Club
Edward Spouses’ Club
Mildenhall Spouses’ Association
Sheppard Spouses’ Club
Tinker Spouses’ Club
INDIVIDUALS
David Abati
Kenneth Abel
Paul Ackerly
Edward Addison
Michael Addison
Brian Afflerbaugh
Robert Akam
Neil Allen
Sallye Allgood
Sheri Andino
Philip Andrews
Anonymous Donors
Scott Arcuri
Kenneth Arteaga
Knowls Atchison
Daniel Badger
Lorena Bailey
Penny Bailey
Matthew Baker
Nancy Baker
Dan Ball
Thomas Ball
Tom Barnett
Brad Barnhart
David Barnhart
Leroy Bartlett
William Bassett
Michelle Bax
Suzanna Bell
Frank Benjamin
Kurt Bergo
Darren Bishop
John Blumentritt
Tom Bodnar
Erik Bovasso
David Bradney
Edward Brewer
Monty Brock
David Brown
Jeff Brown
Mike E Brown
Joe and Jean Brozena
Rachel Bujalski
Ollie and Onie Burnett
James Butler
Michael Byrne
William Cade
Carl Cafiero
Rohn and Denise Campbell
Wendy Campo
Lorrie Capellino
Douglas Carpenter
Brian Carron
Doug Carvel
Charles Catoe
Irene Chase
Christopher Chun
John Clatanoff
Kellie Clelland
Walter and Mary Clinton
Kevin Collamore
Scott Collins
Ronald Colunga
Daniel Connors
John Connors
Donald Cook
William Cook
Jeffrey Cooper
Gary Copsey
Roger Corbin
James Costey
Gerard Couvillion
Alonzo Cox
Bob Culhane
John Cunningham
Richard De Fries
Thomas Dean
Robert Dejong
Mark Delaney
Tor Delucia
David DeMartino
William and Charlotte Derrington
John DiPiero
Edward Dixon
Troy Dixon
Charles Dodd
David Dodge
Dana Downey
Gary Droubay
Jonathan and Julie Duncan
Robert Duncan
John Dunks
James Emerson
Yori Escalante
Edward and Sonia Esparza
Larry Estes
Timothy Farrell
Dale Ferguson
Dennis Fiemeyer
Daniel Finley
Vincent Fisher
William Fitzpatrick
Ross Flynn
William Foote
Bryan Foy
Richard Francey
Anthony Franzese
William Fraser
Aaron Ffrench
Jeffery French
Cecil Fuller
Dale Gabriel
George Gagnon
Andrew Gale
Kenneth Gallagher
Thomas and Stacy Gallo
Michael Gamble
Robert and Amy Garland
Gloria Garoni
Fred Gebhart
William Geesey
James and Julie Gfrerer
Tom Giattino
Scott Gierat
Donald Gleason
Timothy Gosnell
Royce and Beverly Gragg
Steven Gray
Robert Grazulis
Felix Grieder
David and Margaret Griesmer
Kenneth Griffin
William Grund
Michael Grunwald
Jose Guillen
Quinn Gummell
Lee and Kathy Gustin
Otto Habedank
Todd Hackett
David Hafer
Craig Hall
Jason Hall
Hugh Hanlon
Leslie Hargett
Frank Hargis
Daryl Hausmann
William Havlic
Carl Hawkins
Damian Heaney
Falkner Heard
Tim Heintzelman
Kevin Hendrick
Gary Henley
Steve Hennessy
Mark Hess
Wiley Hill
William Hill
James and Peggy Hinkle
Ellwood Hinman
Steve Hodge
Donald Hoening
Edward Hoffman
James Holaday
David Hornyak
Bob Hoskings
David Hunninghake
Peter Hunt
Carl Hunter
Douglas Hurst
Ottis Hutchinson
Michael Imbus
David Imhoff
Tony and Kathy Imondi
Richard Ingenloff
Gary Ingham
George Irving
Harold James
Jim Jennings
Jose Jimenez
Harold and Ursula Johnson
Mark Johnson
Stephen and Laurie Jones
Larry and Nannette Jordan
James Jumper
Susan Junker
Amanda Kato
Randall Kersey
Gavin Ketchen
Barbara King
Chris Kinne
Terry Kenney
Johann Kinsey
Joanne Kirschbaum
Gary Klabunde
Veronica Knisley
William Koerner
John Kresek
Greg and Ellen Kubula
Charles Kuhl
Robby Kyrouac
Michael Lakos
John Lamoureux
Ron and Wida Landry
Tom LeBeau
Arthur Lee
Mark Lee
David Lefforge
Sheron Leonard
Steve Lerum
Orville Lind
Marc Lindsley
Richard Lipsey
Russell Livingston
Rajesh Lobecht
Scott Lockard
William and Marilyn Looney
Julio Lopez
Orlando Lopez
Bruce Lovely
Rob Ludington
David Lynch
Cara Main
Bryan Manes
Russell Mantzel
INDIVIDUALS
Gary Martel
David Marttala
Richard Mathews
Glenn Mathews
Gary and Nancy McAlum
Michael McClung
Lance McDaniel
Terrance McKee
Michael McMahan
Mark Melcher
Carlos Messer, Jr.
Tal Metzgar
Jeffrey Meyer
Richard Mihalik
Lloyd Dee Miller
Michael “Boots” and Deborah Miller
Shannon Miller
Bryon Mills
William Mills
Harold Moffatt, Jr.
Doug Moore
Humberto Morales
Josh and Suzanne Moran
Robert Moriarty
Mark Morris
Michael Morris
Scott Morris
William Morrison
Christopher Moss
William Mott
David and Linda Mousette
Wayne Mudge
James Mueller
Bill Murray
April Nadeau
James Nally
Jose Negrete
Richard Newton
Mark Nichols
Douglass Nikolai
Wright Nodine
David Norsworthy
John Oates
Kevin O’Neill
Marc Packler
Jim Palermo
Glenn Palmer
David Patrick
Gregg Patterson
Eric Payne
R.J. Peppe
Clayton Perce
Ronald Perrilloux
Curtis Piontkowsky
Lee Pittman
Peter Pollock
Parker Pritchard
Samuel Prugh
Tom Quelly
Jeff Ragland
Carl Rahn
Robert Ramierez
Barbara Ramsey
Glenn Rattell
James Ravella
Robert Redanz
Brian Reece
James Reed
Kenneth Rhodes
Creig Rice
Chris Richardson
Derrick Richardson
Joseph Rizzuto
Raymond Robinson
Joe Rodriquez
Daniel Rogers
Robert Rogers
Marianne Rogers-Faust
John Rush
Jeffrey Rust
Charles Sachs
Ronald Sandoval
Larry Sandsone
Raul Santiago
Norman Schaefer
George Schaub
Anthony Schenk
Samuel Schick
William Schiek
Christopher Scott
John Seaberg
Scott Seavers
Craig Seeber
Philip Senna
Ronald Seyle
Keith Shaffer
Wayne Shanks
Christopher Sharpe
Chris Shaw
Michael Shields
Allen Shreffler
Dennis Shumaker
Jimmie Simmons
Lisa Skopal
Alex Smith
Dave G. Smith
Ken Smith
Thomas Smith
Vincent Smith
Robert Snodgrass
Alan Snyder
Mark and Lori Sojourner
James Solomon
Jack Sotherland
Kenneth Sours
Wesley Sparks
Christopher Stafford
Steven Stanley
William Sternhagen
Charles Stidham
Robert Stine
Jon Stone
Marc Stratton
Tim Strawther
Randie Strom
Paul Struck
Robert Sutton
Allan Swaim
Joseph Sweat
Fred Swiderski
Rodney Symons
Bruce Syvinski
Carmine Taglieri
Michael Targuinto
Henry Taylor
John Taylor
Margaret Taylor
Cory Tejchma
Donald Tharp
Eric Theisen
Stephen Thomas
Tony Thomas
Shawn Thompson
Paul Tibbets
Michael Tillema
Randy Tillery
Robert and Claudia Titerle
Nathan Titus
James Tomney
Mark Transue
Michael Trapp
Robert Trayers
Rodney Tugade
Sarah Umstead
Kevin Vaille
Vincent Valdespino
Larry and Melissa Van Buren
Nancy Vandenberg
James Velesky
Michael Visconage
Mark Vlahos
Michael Vlk
Louis Vogler
Jason Vogt
Arthur Wachdorf
Darrell and Debra Wagner
Mark Waite
Michael Walker
Fred Wall
Jeremy Waller
Paul Walski
Doug and Georgie Walters
Mark Ward
Mark Ware
Barbara Watkins
William Watkins
Diane Weimer
James Weimer
William Whiting
Jerry and Cynthia Wiens
Bruce Willett
Robert D. Williams
George Willis
Nicole Willis
Travis Willis
George Wilson
Leif Wilson
Lisa Wilson
Richard Wilson
Joseph Wingo
Fred Witter
Ronni Wolfe
Susan Wollenberg
Wendy Woodward
Michael Wright
Stephen Wright
Stew Wyland
Wendy Yeldell
Vance Zider
John Zielinski
WISH LIST ITEMS
The Fisher houses are always in need of wish list items. If you are looking for a great way to support the Fisher Houses you can scan the QR code or visit the website below, for a list of wishlist items. whether you want to plan a donation drive or just grab a few things on your weekly shopping trip.
www.fisherhouseinc.org/wish-list
FISHER HOUSE LOCATIONS
SAN ANTONIO
The Fisher Houses in San Antonio provide service members, veterans and their families with comfortable lodging, food, and other services in their time of need….at no cost! These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful times – during hospitalization or healthcare for illness, disease, or injury. Believing that “a family’s love is the best medicine,” we want the patients and their families to focus on what’s most important: the healing process. Our commitment to military and veteran families has never been stronger and we will continue to support the guests staying at the Fisher Houses whenever we are needed.
Texas Veterans VA Fisher House
Doug Dickson (210) 617-5542/douglas.dickson@va.gov
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FISHER HOUSE, INC.
7323 W. US Hwy 90, Suite 107
San Antonio, Texas 78227-3561
CORE VALUES
INTEGRITY.
Be honest with ourselves and with whom we deal, building a foundation of trust and confidence through the organization and with our clients, stakeholders, and the community CARING.
Sensitive to the needs of our clients, always ready to go the extra mile to provide responsive, compassionate support SERVICE.
Give freely to others in need. Willing to donate time, energy and resources EXCELLENCE.
Continually strive to excel, to be the best in our field, and to maintain the highest standards of quality and service
FISHER HOUSE, INCORPORATED BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Roger Burg (President) Mark Ferguson (Vice President) Maurice Williams (Secretary) Jerry Hardy (Treasurer)
Hannah Hoke Hylbert
James Diens
Anna Gorjup
Jim Laffoon
Gary McAlum
Michael Miller
Richard Neal
STAFF
Dwayne Hopkins, Executive Director/CEO
Andrea Desbien, Office Manager
Heidi Dirner, Program Manager as of November 1, 2024
Dustin Powers
Joseph Rizzuto
Rebecca White
Fisher House, Inc., 7323 W. US Hwy 90, Suite 107, San Antonio, Texas 78227 210-673-7500