A Powerful Force for Good in Nonprofit Healthcare Hospitality.
Grace House is an independent nonprofit organization that relies upon the community’s support to fulfill its mission. Grace House eases access to healthcare for families, both patients and caregivers, addressing social determinants of housing, food, and transportation that can make the difference for a family’s receipt of good quality healthcare and a caregiver’s ability to participate in that care.
Patients do better when loved ones can be at the hospital bedside, actively participating in their caregiving. At Grace House, families are provide a private, ensuite room, nutritious meals, and private transportation regardless of their ability to make a donation. That’s our promise.
Mission
We support patients and their families by providing a haven and place of respite when receiving care at regional healthcare facilities.
Vision
We envision a world where families are able to receive health care, or participate in a loved one’s care, without barriers.
Values
Inclusivity
Inspired by values of faith and shared humanity, we are rooted in compassion, empathy, fairness, justice, and equity.
Community
Medical crises often separate people from their homes and support systems. Grace House allows families and individuals to find support through shared experience.
Kindness
Kindness is at the heart of everything we do. It breaks down barriers, builds trust, and reminds our guests they are not alone in their journey.
Service
We strive to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those we serve. We invite our community to join us in service, creating a shared mission where every act helps bring connection.
Hospitality
Grace House is a home-away-from-home. Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to offer warmth, comfort, and safety, creating an environment where guests feel genuinely welcomed and cared for.
Our Team
Our Staff
Stephanie Lawson
Executive Director
stephanie@graceguesthouse.org
Christine Kiebzak
Development Manager
christine@graceguesthouse.org
Gianna Totaro
Operations Manager
gianna@graceguesthouse.org
Kelly Bollenbacher
Program and Administrative Coordinator
Rita Carluccio
Guest Services Associate
Teresa Humber
Guest Services Associate
Sarah Leonard
Guest Services Associate
Justin Niemera
House & Grounds Associate
Board of Directors
Keith Pace
President
Retired, Linde
Teresa O’Loughlin
Vice President
United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes
Samantha Guyett, CPA
Treasurer
CTBK
Julia Berchou
Secretary
M&T Bank
Grace Ayoub
Member
Catholic Health
Rene Everett
Member
Employer Services Corporation
Jerry Sheldon
Member
Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Buffalo Chapter
Alexandra Heaney, Esq.
Member
Gross Polowy LLC
Daniela Gawel
Member
Rich Products Corporation
Angela Rossi
Member
New York Power Authority
Michelle Seay, FNP, DNP
Member
Erie County Medical Center Corporation
Cynthia (Cindy) Battista
Member Emeritus
Foundress, Grace Guest House
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Thank you to our hospital & community partners.
Address
Grace House
2315 Seneca Street
Buffalo, NY 14210