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AUGUSTA – The first Fisher House in Maine was officially dedicated by Fisher House Foundation President David Coker and VA Maine Healthcare System Medical Center Director Tracye B. Davis Aug. 4 in a ceremony at the Togus VA Medical Center.
The 13,500-square-foot home provides lodging for families of veterans at no cost, allowing them to be with their loved ones while they undergo treatment at the at the Togus VA Maine Medical Center. The new home away from home will mean a savings to veteran families of more than half a million dollars each year.
The VA Maine Fisher House opened its doors to veteran families on Feb. 17, but the dedication ceremony was delayed. Since opening its doors, VA Maine Fisher House has cared for 550 guests while their loved ones received medical care.
“The opportunity for me to stay at Fisher House and spend so much time each day with Rex has made such a difference for both of us,” said Susie Daugherty. “In the midst of the most frightening and depressing chapter of our 40-year marriage, we have received this amazing, spirit-lifting gift of time together, and for me to be able to return each night from the hospital to this perfectly beautiful home away from home is so comforting.”
This is the 86th Fisher House in the U.S., Germany and the United Kingdom. Another five houses opened during the pandemic bringing the total number of Fisher House to 91. The VA Maine Fisher House is in an area where many veterans drive long distances to receive specialized care.
“We are grateful to have such a wonderful resource available in Maine for our veterans and active duty service members. These comfort homes greatly enhance VA Maine’s ability to provide access to exceptional health care for veterans,” said VA Maine Healthcare System Medical Center Director Tracye B. Davis
