Family House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that provides a special “home away from home” for patients and their families who are in Pittsburgh seeking medical treatment. Governed by a community Board of Directors, Family House offers safe, affordable housing to reduce the emotional and financial stress for people facing a medical crisis in a city where they may be strangers.

About Family House

Family House provides a “home away from home” for patients and their families who must travel to Pittsburgh for medical care.

Family House is renovating all 121 guest rooms at its Liberty Avenue facility to keep providing patients and caregivers with safe, comfortable, and affordable lodging during medical care in Pittsburgh. The upgrades reduce maintenance needs and time offline, helping meet occupancy demand while sustaining a low-cost, high-quality stay.

With your support, we can continue to offer guests a variety of comfortable, thoughtfully designed rooms that meet the needs of patients and caregivers during their stay. A restful space sets a positive tone for each day, allowing families to focus on their health and recovery. Family House’s renovated rooms are more than just lodging; they provide a sense of home and security, giving guests a peaceful place to recharge and find strength during a challenging time.

Get Involved

Readers can make a meaningful impact at Family House by volunteering their time and talents. From preparing meals to organizing pantry and hygiene drives, every contribution brings comfort and normalcy during challenging times. Opportunities are flexible for groups, with timelines adjustable to fit readers’ schedules.

How Support Helps

Room renovations have become a vital component of Family House’s mission delivery. However, the cost of maintaining and updating guest rooms has risen sharply, while underlying room issues demand increasingly intensive upkeep.

By donating to Family House room renovation projects, donors help Family House maintain its commitment to safe, comfortable, and affordable accommodations for patients and caregivers. Contributions fund durable furnishings, energy-efficient lighting, and essential finishing materials that reduce long-term maintenance costs and keep rooms available to meet occupancy demand. This support is both vital and highly valued by guests, many of whom face financial hardship while a loved one receives medical care.

A renovated room often becomes a place of rest and renewal for guests from diverse backgrounds, helping to form a community of support rooted in shared experience.

Family House provides affordable, compassionate housing near Pittsburgh hospitals, easing stress for patients and families during medical crises with comfort, support, and a welcoming “home away from home.”

To donate, visit familyhouse.org/donate/.

Story and Photography by Family House

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