New traditional housing helping those in need and keeping two legacies live on by continuing their mission WBND WBND The service of the Catherine Griffin House is now open to help those in need and the house is already home to three guests. By Mayra Franco SOUTH BEND, Indiana (WBND-LD) — Local organizations are helping two legacies live on by continuing their mission of serving others. The Catherine Griffin House on Lawndale Ave is a new transitional housing option in south bend with an inspiring story behind it. Neighbors and different church groups gathered Sunday afternoon to dedicate and bless the opening of the house.