Harper’s Home on Strebor Street
Harper’s Home is a haven just minutes from Duke.
In September 2025, we welcomed our first families to our West Maynard homes. Since then, we’ve been able to provide more than 300 nights of housing to families that traveled more than 40 miles for care.
In April 2026, we broke ground for our Strebor Street homes, two duplexes and two accessory dwelling units (ADUs), less than two miles from the hospital.
We are raising $1.6 million to complete Phase 1: two buildings serving up to three families at a time, fully furnished and ready to welcome families in crisis.
When a Child Is Sick, Every Minute Counts
Children with cancer and other serious conditions often need emergency care within 60 minutes of developing a fever. Delays can lead to life-threatening complications.
Too many families live far from Duke Children’s and have no reliable place to stay nearby. Harper’s Home exists to change that.
A Safe Place to Land
Two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a full kitchen
Laundry, outdoor space, and child-friendly furnishings
Clean, quiet, and within 15 minutes of the hospital
How You Can Help
With your support, we can furnish the homes, keep utilities running, and provide essentials that help families settle in comfortably and breathe easier.
“When your child is seriously ill, everything feels scary and uncertain. These homes are one small way we can ease that burden. They offer comfort, proximity, and the simple reassurance of knowing you have a place to rest.”
Our Mission
Harper’s Home provides short-term sanctuary for families traveling to Durham for pediatric care. Our homes offer comfort, privacy, and the life-saving proximity to Duke Children’s that families need during medical crises.
