“Our lives are enriched beyond measure when we accept the eventuality of our own deaths and are free to live fully—and thankfully—each moment.”
In Loving Memory of Isaiah House Founder, Kathie Quinlan
Kathie Quinlan, founder of Isaiah House, passed away peacefully on March 4, leaving behind a legacy of compassion that continues to guide all we do. In 1987, she opened the doors of Isaiah House with a simple but powerful mission: to offer dignity, comfort, and love to those nearing the end of life, especially those with nowhere else to turn. For 22 years, she served as founder and director, shaping Isaiah House into a place where every person is welcomed, honored, and cared for with deep respect.
Kathie believed that every life holds meaning to its very last breath. Her gentle spirit, quiet strength, and unwavering commitment to serving others created a home rooted in mercy and human connection. Today, her vision lives on in every bedside moment, every act of kindness, and every life touched within these walls.
Her legacy is not only remembered, it is carried forward each day at Isaiah House.
A beautiful tribute was written by Isaiah House volunteer Richard McCorry. Please click below to read the full poem honoring Kathie’s life and legacy.
A Home for the Dying
At Isaiah House, we affirm the value of life at every stage by providing compassionate care for the dying. While neither hastening or preventing death, we help our residents live their last days in comfort and love.
We offer residence to people with irreversible illnesses who have been determined to be within the last three months of their lives. Hospitality and comfort are rendered in cooperation with a certified home health agency and the resident’s physician. We can serve two residents at a time in our house. We believe in the dignity and value of every person and we welcome everyone with the same unconditional love.
Isaiah House charges no fee. We rely on the generosity of those we touch — the friends, family and loved ones of those who have helped during their final journey — through memorial donations, estate planning, volunteering and more.
The Isaiah House Project: Lessons in Dying and Compassion
This 40 minute documentary is a labor of love by filmmaker Laura Scarpati. She gifts our residents with a space to honor their stories, and shines a light on the kind of healing and care that is possible at the end of life.
A portion of proceeds benefits Isaiah House.
Donate Now
Isaiah House receives no government funding. We rely solely on donations to keep our doors open. Thank you so much for your interest in helping the Isaiah House!
Words of Love
Testimonials from those whose hearts we’ve touched.
