A Room to Heal, Inc.

A Room to Heal is the “brainchild” of two local mothers, Laurie Abess and Linda Salomons, who wanted to make a difference in the Binghamton, NY area. They felt passionate about the need for children affected by serious medical challenges to have a calming, peaceful, and uplifting environment in which to heal. In December of 2005 , they launched an idea that has since touched thousands of lives. A fundraising luncheon was held to share the idea that would become A Room to Heal. Over 40 people attended, and from that luncheon, a board was created. In 2006, the organization became incorporated and obtained its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. What began as a small grassroots effort quickly grew as volunteers, local businesses, and community members joined in support. To date, A Room to Heal has completed over 150 healing projects for children, continuing the mission that began with two mothers and one powerful idea.

MISSION: Our mission is to create healing environments for children affected by serious medical conditions.

VISION: We envision a world where every child facing serious medical challenges has a safe, comforting space that supports healing, hope, and emotional well-being.

A Room to Heal’s Healing Spaces Program provides children facing serious health challenges with personalized, therapeutic environments designed to bring comfort, hope, and healing. Each project transforms a child’s bedroom or designated space into a supportive, uplifting environment that reflects their personality, interests, and medical needs. These spaces promote emotional well-being and help strengthen families as they navigate the challenges of illness and recovery. In addition to full room projects, the program includes our Comfort & Care Kits, customized packages of comfort items, sensory tools, and supportive materials, for children who may not yet be ready for or require a full room project. These kits enable us to serve more children and meet families where they are on their healing journey.