Physician Handbook

Gary's House is a home that started as a young man's dream.  While undergoing cancer treatment in Boston, Gary Pike saw how financially devastating it was to his family to remain near him.  It was his final wish to establish a hospitality home here in southern Maine for families of patients undergoing medical treatment in a Portland area hospital.

Gary wanted families to find comfort knowing they had a place to stay, near their loved ones, without being financially burdened.  His dream came true when Gary's House opened its doors on December 13, 1998.  Gary's House joined the Mercy family in 1999.

The home is a gracious, Federal-style duplex, offering nine comfortable bedrooms and six community rooms (kitchen, dining room, living room, family room, playroom and laundry area).   Generally, families may stay as long as their family member is hospitalized.   Guests may stay for two weeks, but special arrangements may be made if a longer stay is needed.  A nominal fee of $15 per night is charged, with payment preferred at the time of stay.  However, other arrangements may be made with the director.

Referral Process and Phone Numbers

Physicians and the Social Services Departments of area hospitals can make referrals to Gary's House.

Please contact the department responsible for social services at:

• Mercy: 879-3205
• Maine Medical Center: 871-2261
• New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland: 879-8426

Arrangements will be made on your behalf by the executive director and you will be asked to complete a Referral Information sheet.

For more information about Gary's House go to www.garyshouse.org

Gary's House
97 State Street
Portland, ME 04101
773-9800
eMail: garyshouse@mercyme.com