Providing a home away from home

Offering no-cost temporary housing for individuals and caregivers undergoing treatment in Houston, Texas—

a comforting refuge on the path to healing.

Our Mission

The Ballard House is dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals and their caregivers who travel to Houston, Texas for world-renowned medical treatment. We offer a temporary, no-cost home away from home, fostering a warm and welcoming environment that prioritizes safety and community. Our commitment is upheld by the generosity of the community, as we rely on their donations to extend comfort, care, and solace during challenging times. Together, we strive to be a beacon of hope, easing the burdens of those facing medical journeys by offering a place where healing begins with a supportive and nurturing embrace.

Our Impact

Did you know it costs $2,000 a day to operate The Ballard House?
Help us reach our goal to impact 100 nights in 2025. You could fund a day for $2,000, or ten monthly donations of $200.

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The Great Ballard House Gala

November 6, 2025

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Spotlights

Guest Spotlight

Isabel and her daughter, Karissa
"This is Karissa Edwards and I am here at the Ballard house with my mom Isabel. No words can truly describe how amazing it is to stay here. I feel blessed and so thankful! God sometimes puts us through hardships to know what wonderful organizations are out there and the wonderful people that volunteer and help. I have never experienced anything like this before and knowing there are still wonderful people in this world is—touching.
They offer everything you need from laundry rooms to relaxing living areas with TVs, games, a library and a massage chair! The backyard is so beautiful and peaceful to sit and breathe the fresh air. My mom and I enjoy taking evening walks behind the house and enjoy nature.
I unfortunately was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in September of 2024. I couldn’t believe what was happening and what I was going to be going through the months and years ahead. I am the first in my family to go through this. My amazing co-worker Carmen told me about MD Anderson and I knew I wanted the best care for myself. Then she told me about the Ballard House.
I was so relieved and thankful that I didn’t have to worry about staying in a hotel for weeks at a time. The Ballard House has been available for all the times I needed them. My prayers were heard! The community here is so amazing and it is truly a home away from home. I can’t thank everyone envolved enough for this experience and the wonderfully, generous, and kindness from people here in Texas. God is with me as I am responding well to all my treatments so far and hopefully in the near future I will be cancer free!"
Volunteer Spotlight

Cindy Goodson
“Volunteering at The Ballard House is truly my pleasure. I was looking for a place to volunteer when The Ballard House coming soon sign was posted on the property. I immediately became involved in the fund-raising activities for the pending construction and have been a part of The Ballard House ever since. I enjoy walking in, never knowing exactly what the morning will be like. I think I most enjoy speaking with people from so many different places. The simplest morning greeting can turn into the most interesting discussions. I am treated with such kindness for doing the simplest tasks for our guests. I have been truly blessed to have met so many wonderful people and to have witnessed so many answers to prayer."