For thousands of patients and their families traveling to Morgantown for treatment at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, the Rosenbaum Family House offers a comforting and supportive environment. More than just accommodation, this family house provides a warm, community-focused space where guests find respite, nourishment, and understanding during challenging times. Hear from those who have experienced the embrace of the Family House firsthand and discover how it can be your home away from home.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Becky Adkins
Mt. Nebo, WV
2/25
“It truly eased the stress and enabled me, as his wife, to have a ‘home’ to go to and rest. What a blessing it was to stay at the Family House. I can’t thank those enough who work, volunteer, and support the Family House. It truly made everything easier.”
The Rosenbaum Family House understands the emotional and logistical burdens that families face when a loved one requires medical treatment far from home. Becky Adkins from Mt. Nebo, WV, highlights the crucial role the family house played in easing her stress during her husband’s cancer treatment. Having a “home to go to and rest” near the hospital is invaluable, transforming a stressful experience into a more manageable one. This sentiment echoes the core mission of the Family House: to provide a sanctuary where families can focus on healing and support, knowing they have a comfortable and caring place to return to each day.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Lisa and John Witzberger
Wheeling, WV
5/2022
The Rosenbaum Family House provided an affordable, pleasant experience and being close to my husband meant everything to me. Words cannot express my gratitude.
For Lisa and John Witzberger from Wheeling, WV, the Rosenbaum Family House offered not only affordability but also the priceless gift of proximity during a challenging time. When facing medical treatments, being close to loved ones is paramount for emotional well-being and support. The Family House recognizes this need, providing a pleasant and budget-friendly option that keeps families together when it matters most. Lisa’s words, “words cannot express my gratitude,” encapsulate the profound impact this family house has on its guests, going beyond basic accommodation to touch lives in meaningful ways.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Anna Lough
French Creek, WV
6/2022
Thank you so much, this place has allows us to be with our loved one at a critical time. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Anna Lough from French Creek, WV, speaks directly to the heart of the Family House’s mission: enabling families to be together “at a critical time.” This simple yet powerful statement underscores the essential role of the Rosenbaum Family House in providing more than just rooms. It offers a lifeline, a space for families to unite and support each other when facing medical crises. Anna’s heartfelt gratitude, “thank you from the bottom of our hearts,” resonates with the countless families who have found solace and togetherness within the walls of this compassionate family house.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Joyce Lamb
Jane Lew, WV
6/2022
The Family House made it so much easier to have my week long chemo treatments so we didn’t have to travel over 50 miles each day.
Joyce Lamb from Jane Lew, WV, emphasizes the practical benefits of staying at the Rosenbaum Family House, particularly for patients undergoing extended treatments. The burden of daily travel, especially when undergoing chemotherapy, can be physically and emotionally draining. By providing accommodation close to WVU Medicine, the Family House removes this significant obstacle, allowing patients like Joyce to focus on their health and treatment without the added stress of long commutes. This convenience is a critical aspect of the support offered by the family house, making essential medical care more accessible and less overwhelming.
Vida and Stephen Perrine, grateful guests, acknowledging the Rosenbaum Family House as a haven providing more than just lodging during cancer treatment.
Vida and Stephen Perrine
Ravenswood, WV
The Rosenbaum Family House has enabled my husband to get lifesaving care several hours from our home. It continues to provide us with so much more than lodging. It is a haven to us as we deal with cancer. The staff has cared for us, listened, and helped us anytime we needed help. They have become family to us. We are forever grateful.
Vida and Stephen Perrine from Ravenswood, WV, beautifully articulate the deeper impact of the Rosenbaum Family House, describing it as “more than just lodging” and a true “haven.” For families facing serious illnesses like cancer, the Family House becomes a sanctuary, offering not just a bed but comprehensive support. The Perrines highlight the caring staff who listen and help, becoming like family. This sense of community and genuine care elevates the Family House experience, transforming it into a vital support system during the most challenging journeys. Their gratitude, “we are forever grateful,” speaks volumes about the profound difference this family house makes in the lives of its guests.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Edwin Meisterhans
West Virginia
Very helpful in our worrying about anything but Vickie’s recovery. You were all kind and compassionate every day.
Edwin Meisterhans from West Virginia succinctly captures the peace of mind that the Rosenbaum Family House provides. During times of medical uncertainty, worries can be overwhelming. The Family House steps in to alleviate some of these burdens, allowing families to focus on what truly matters: recovery. Edwin’s appreciation for the “kind and compassionate” staff underscores the human element that makes this family house so special. It’s a place where empathy and support are readily available, easing anxieties and fostering a more positive environment for healing.
A welcoming exterior view of the Rosenbaum Family House, a comforting home for families near the hospital.
Kat W.
West Virginia
Such a wonderful place for families who are facing long hospital stays. My father’s stem cell transplant kept him in Ruby for about a month and the Family House provided a place close to him at a reasonable price with more than great accommodations.
Kat W. from West Virginia highlights the Rosenbaum Family House as a “wonderful place” particularly valuable for families facing extended hospital stays. Long-term medical treatments, like stem cell transplants, demand sustained family support. The Family House provides this crucial proximity at a reasonable price, ensuring that families can remain close without incurring excessive financial strain. Kat’s mention of “more than great accommodations” suggests that the Family House offers a holistic experience that exceeds basic expectations, providing comfort, support, and a sense of community during prolonged and challenging periods.
Pinkey Mullens, a grateful guest, expressing deep appreciation for the Rosenbaum Family House's dependable support during their darkest hours.
Pinkey Mullens
West Virginia
It meant we had someone we could count on to help out in our darkest hour and it is greatly appreciated
Pinkey Mullens from West Virginia poignantly describes the Rosenbaum Family House as “someone we could count on to help out in our darkest hour.” These words resonate deeply, capturing the essence of the Family House as a reliable source of support during times of immense personal difficulty. Knowing there is a place to turn to for help, comfort, and understanding is invaluable when facing medical crises. Pinkey’s simple yet powerful expression of gratitude, “it is greatly appreciated,” encapsulates the profound impact the Family House has as a beacon of hope and assistance for families in need.
Amber P., a guest, expressing heartfelt thanks to the warm, kind, and accommodating staff of the Rosenbaum Family House.
Amber P.
I cannot thank the staff enough for everything that they have done and are continuing to do for our family during this difficult time. The staff is absolutely so warm and kind and accommodating. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. What a beautiful place with beautiful and genuinely kind people.
Amber P. eloquently summarizes the overall experience at the Rosenbaum Family House, emphasizing the exceptional staff who are “absolutely so warm and kind and accommodating.” Beyond the physical amenities, it is the human touch, the genuine care and compassion of the staff, that truly sets this family house apart. Amber’s heartfelt thanks, “Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” and description of the Family House as a “beautiful place with beautiful and genuinely kind people,” encapsulates the essence of what makes it such a vital resource for families. It is a place where kindness and support flourish, creating a true home away from home during challenging times.
