The Healthcare Hospitality Network

Overview

The Healthcare Hospitality Network, Inc. (HHN) is a nationwide professional association of nearly 200 unique, nonprofit organizations that provide lodging and support services to patients, families and their loved ones who are receiving medical treatment far from their home communities. The mission of HHN is to support homes that help and heal to be more effective in their service to patients and families. About the Healthcare Hospitality Network: The Healthcare Hospitality Network, Inc. is the only professional membership association in North America comprised of all types of nonprofit hospitality houses. Founded in the early 1980s and incorporated in 1986, HHN is proud to serve nearly 200 members ranging from small houses to houses with over 100 guest rooms. In addition to the houses, members include the American Cancer Society, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Trivers Associates, Non-Profit Software, and Fisher House Foundation. HHN advances hospitality housing on several fronts: Guiding organizations and communities in the early stages of bringing hospitality lodging to the local healthcare systems; Supporting member homes that help and heal to be more effective in serving families; and About hospital hospitality houses: Hospital hospitality houses (HHH) provide free or significantly reduced cost lodging to patients and their families while receiving medical care away from their home communities. Unlike a hotel, HHHs provide opportunities for those going through similar stressful situations to come together as a community where they can support one another. HHHs have shared kitchens, common living areas and private bedrooms just like a home, creating a warm and comfortable place far from home. HHHs help alleviate the financial burden often associated with medical crises and have shown to reduce stress on both the patient and family members.

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Healthcare associations and alliances

Bringing together stakeholders to collaborate, advocate for common interests, and address shared challenges, healthcare associations and alliances play a vital role in the healthcare industry. These organizations have a significant impact on shaping healthcare policies, enhancing healthcare delivery and outcomes, and promoting professional development through their efforts in advocacy, research, education, and networking opportunities. By fostering collaboration and leveraging their collective expertise, healthcare associations and alliances strive to drive positive change and advancements in the healthcare sector.