Testimonials

Everything was wonderful and we have been so appreciative of not having to stay in a hotel room. You have done everything with the comfort of the guests considered. Love, love, love that everything was so clean and nice. And thank you so much for Ethan’s birthday treat! Looking forward to seeing you again in a couple of weeks.

Serenity House was like having a safe place in a world of confusion. We could come to this place and feel instantly we were in our home away from home. It almost seemed we had our own “bear” cave – safe, warm and comfortable. There was a lot of activity in this place while I was in the hospital – people/family making comfort, home-like meals, sharing shifts of sleep throughout the day and night, finding privacy and retreats in separate bedrooms, relaxing in p.j.’s til time to get moving with the day…Family kept telling me that taking this place was a right decision. In retrospect this place was not “taken” but “given”. It truly was our place of serenity.

Thank you, Jodie and Greg, for providing this option for families. You are doing the right thing.

Best wishes to all,

The Serenity House became our home for almost 6 weeks while Mom received a stem cell transplant. The home-like apartment was very comfortable and a nice change from staying in a hotel. I found the park and walking paths across Broadway a welcome opportunity to get outside and get some exercise several times while knowing Mom was resting comfortably and had everything she needed at the house.

Thank you for opening your home to our family.

Dear Kevin and Heidi,

The Priscilla apartment was a wonderful surprise. Your place was home these few days. My husband was able to write his sermon for a wedding on Saturday and do his text study for Sunday’s sermon. I was really concerned about him being cozied up in a motel while I was getting the help I needed.

My wonderful mate had supper for me upon my return from Mayo every evening. We didn’t have to eat fast food in a fast food atmosphere. Wonderful.

My time here was so well spent. All my doctors were amazing. I am an artist and the art at Mayo was absolutely healing to my soul. Thank you for using your Gog-given gifts to serve others in their time of need – me this time.

The Lord not only provided physical healing this week but emotional healing and you are part of that.

With deep appreciation,

Dear Sunny Place,

Thank you for giving us a home away from home at a time when our family needed to be together. This home is not only comfortable but beautiful and has everything we needed and we never had to bring it from home.

Thank you again for your hospitality and for your mission of offering hope to families that are facing medical difficulties.

God Bless You,

We really enjoyed our stay! You have done a great job with the house. Thanks for being here when we needed you and continued good luck with the great work you do. All the best!

Dear Greg and Jodie,

It was not a coincidence that God placed you in our lives when He did. Thank you so much for your compassion, prayers and hospitality. You touched our lives in such a positive way during such a hard time. You are doing such a wonderful thing here at Serenity House.

My experience these past 2 months was so much more bearable because I had a beautiful place to call home.

Thank you for providing a haven for me.

Love and God’s Blessings,

Katie Tardiff

Dear Greg and Jodie,

Thank you doesn’t seem to be enough. When we arrived we were exhausted and so upset. Your home has been the perfect safe haven during this time. We appreciate your hospitality more than words can say.

God Bless You,

Greg and Jodie,

Thank you so much for what you are doing for the people who GET to stay with you. I was there from March 20, 2012 until April 23, 2012 for a stem cell transplant. The setting of feeling like I was home helped me greatly in my recovery. What you are doing is so kind!! Everything was exactly the way it was advertised and Greg was always quick to come and check if we needed anything.

Thank you!

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We have been here to spend time with Steve Baukol, our son. We have enjoyed staying at Julianna. It is well furnished with things we need. A good location with a good choice of eating places close by.

Peder and Timmie Baukol, Starbuck, MN

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Jodie and Greg,

I have been staying with my brother, Steve Baukol. I so appreciated your kindness and hospitality. Your Serenity House Julianna was perfect for us! The setting and atmosphere is very home-like, and I know it will make Steve comfortable during his stay. Thank you for realizing that a place like this was needed for patients and taking the steps to make such a wonderful idea a reality!!

Suzan Holter, Starbuck, MN

Thank you Kevin, Heidi, and Serenity House Network,

After 10 days in a hotel, we found SHN online and discovered the immense blessing of the Binkley’s and Red River House – a place of peace, comfort, beauty, and the warmth of a family home. No words can describe how blessed we feel at having had the experience of “home” to balance the gut-wrenching days at the hospital.

We have been blessed and wish all the best to those of you who cross this path.

God Bless Heidi, Kevin and Serenity House Network,

With deep gratitude,

Dear Greg and Jodie, Thank you for providing such a wonderful service to families that need a home away from home! You have been so helpful and accommodating to us. We truly appreciate it! It was wonderful to come back to a “home” instead of a hotel. Thank you!