The Doorways, Formerly Hospital Hospitality House
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The Doorways, formerly Hospital Hospitality House, is a nonprofit organization operating under a 501(c)(3) framework in Richmond, Virginia. It provides lodging and non-medical support services to families and individuals facing medical crises, serving guests who need to be near hospitals yet feel at home. Guests are typically referred by physicians, hospital staff, and social workers from nearby medical facilities, indicating a care network aligned with patient-centered needs beyond clinical treatment. Based in Richmond, the organization positions itself within the nonprofit sector focused on housing and supportive services for those navigating serious health challenges. The Doorways functions with governance by a volunteer board of trustees and serves a community that benefits from proximity to healthcare facilities. Its mission centers on offering a stable, nearby place for patients and their loved ones to stay during medical events, addressing the non-clinical dimensions of care and recovery. The organization operates with a relatively small staff footprint and maintains an independent status as a local provider within the broader ecosystem of hospital-linked support services.