The Haase House

02/19/2026

The Haase House fills each day with instruction in a wide variety of life skills — and one of those skills is functional math.

Our clients love engaging in meal planning, grocery shopping, and meal preparation. Shianne is one of our young ladies who has grown her cooking skills to a very functional level. She can prepare many simple meals independently and also helps cook meals where she lives.

Being so self-determined, Shianne decided that learning how to cut recipes in half — or double them — was the next skill she wanted to tackle. That means working through fractions… and she did it!

Shianne excitedly shared with Mary Haase, Executive Director at The Haase House, that she is “getting it” — and on this day, she completed all of her challenging fraction problems correctly.

We cannot wait to see her apply this skill in her living setting and share photos of a meal “well done”! 🍽️👏

02/19/2026

After 3 LONG years of writing grants, securing donations, and coordinating countless details and volunteers, our Kitchen & Dining Transformation at The Haase House is officially complete!

This project represents the time, talent, generosity, and belief of so many people who support our mission. Because of you, our space is now designed to better serve young adults with disabilities as they build independence through meaningful, hands-on learning.

✨ What’s new in our transformed space?

*Increased accessibility throughout the kitchen for individuals with disabilities

*Clear, open walkways for safe movement

*Additional refrigeration to support meal planning and larger food prep projects

*Accessible cabinetry for independent use

*Newly leveled floors for added safety

*Expanded island space for group cooking, additional seating and staff note taking

*A dining area that doubles as an instructional space with a TV for lessons

*A safer, more accessible stove for all participants

Because of this transformation, we can now expand cooking groups, host more guests from our community, and manage larger meal preparation activities — all while strengthening essential life skills like meal planning, food preparation, hospitality, and farm-to-table learning.

🎥 Be sure to watch the before-during-after photo montage to witness this remarkable evolution firsthand! The photos show the dedication and teamwork that led to the successful revitalization of this once inadequate space. We must recognize the vital contributions of our amazing donors, invaluable partners in turning an idea into reality. We are sincerely grateful for their generous support.

Your support allows us to boost our efforts in teaching independence through real-life experiences — and this kitchen will serve as the heart of that learning for years to come. 💛

02/17/2026

💫 Meet the Staff: Lauren! 💫

Lauren recently joined The Haase House as a Program Assistant, and we’re excited to have her on the team!

What she enjoys most about working here?
💬 “Interacting with the clients and getting to know them and their goals. Being there when they accomplish something they’ve worked so hard for is the best sight to see!”

Outside of THH, Lauren stays busy coaching volleyball—two club teams and as an assistant coach for the MATC Women’s Volleyball team. She also enjoys spending time outdoors and gaming on the PC she helped build. 🏐💻🌿
📺 Favorite Show: Criminal Minds
🍞 Favorite Food: Toast
🎓 Fun Fact: Lauren is 23 and earned her Master’s in Thanatology (2025) and Bachelor’s in Biology (2024) from Edgewood College (now Edgewood University)!

With hands-on experience working with adults with disabilities, Lauren was drawn to THH for the opportunity to support growth in an environment she feels confident and connected in—and we’re so glad she’s here! 💙

02/14/2026

❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day from The Haase House ❤️

Volunteer: a person who freely offers to take part in something or undertake a task.

At The Haase House, that definition means so much more. It means choosing to show up. It means offering your time, your talents, your encouragement, and your heart — without expecting anything in return.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of people who are “sweet” and who show love in meaningful ways. At The Haase House, we see that love lived out through our volunteers every single day. Often quietly and without recognition, you help us fulfill our mission — one person, one task, and one moment at a time.

You help create belonging. You build confidence. You strengthen independence. And you remind our young adults that they are valued and supported by a caring community.

Today, we celebrate you. Thank you for freely giving your time and your heart. We truly could not do this work without you — and we are so grateful to share this journey with such an incredible community of volunteers. 💜

02/10/2026

This quote reminds us that true inclusion starts with how we see one another — with dignity, possibility, and belief in each person’s potential. At The Haase House, we witness every day what happens when people are supported, valued, and given opportunities to grow.

When we look beyond labels and focus on strengths, we build a community where everyone truly belongs.

02/05/2026

We love our community partners — and Milwaukee Tool truly shows up.
Their visits are about more than donations or volunteer hours. They bring laughter, surprises, and genuine person-to-person connection that means the world to the young adults we serve.

Watching these relationships grow year after year is incredibly special, and the impact is felt by our clients, staff, and mission alike. We’re so grateful for the care and generosity Milwaukee Tool shares with The Haase House. 💙

02/05/2026

🎨❄️ Beat the winter chill and get creative with us at Art Club at the Mukwonago Community Library!

We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for a fun, relaxed time of art, connection, and community. It’s a great way to try something new, meet new people, and spend time together indoors during the colder months.

We’re so grateful for our partnership with the Mukwonago Community Library and would love to welcome more community members to join us! 🧡

02/03/2026

Alexis is one ambitious young lady — and we love her drive. One of the very first goals she chose to work on was reading, so she could read stories to her nieces and nephews. That goal mattered to her, and that’s exactly how goals are chosen at The Haase House.

As time has gone on, Alexis has stayed committed to improving her reading skills with determination and pride. Literacy is a life skill — and at The Haase House, it is a high priority. Every client participates in weekly activities to strengthen reading skills at their own level, because confidence, connection, and independence all begin with understanding the world around you.

We continue to invest in new resources, training, and specialists to support this growth — because goals like Alexis’s deserve real support.

✨ This is why we do what we do. This is why life-skills learning matters.

Follow along, share our mission, and help us champion independence for young adults who are reaching for more every day.

02/02/2026

01/30/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Mary! 🎉

We are so grateful for you—an amazing leader with a huge heart. Your dedication, compassion, and vision guide us every day, and we truly appreciate all you do for our team and clients. Wishing you a birthday filled with love, joy, and the appreciation you deserve! 🧡🎂✨

01/28/2026

Today at work, Joey took on a new challenge when his job coach asked him to try a different way of sweeping the aisles at the end of his shift. He showed great flexibility and a willingness to learn — two important skills we focus on at THH. Way to go, Joey! 💙