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WHEREAS, Family House was founded on September 27, 1983 with a mission to provide a safe, comforting, and affordable “home away from home” for patients and their families who travel to Pittsburgh hospitals for expert medical care; and,
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WHEREAS, to fulfill its mission, Family House offers a room rate at a fraction of what one would pay for a hotel in proximity to our world-class hospitals; and,
WHEREAS, the peaceful, home-like atmosphere at Family House has been intentionally designed, with complimentary services such as weekday breakfast, transportation, stocked food pantries, and more; and,
WHEREAS, Family House is an essential partner in the region’s healthcare delivery system, serving those who travel long distances, as well as Pennsylvania residents who must travel across the state; and,
WHEREAS, Family House’s lodging facility and the services, carried out by its professional staff and volunteer corps, are an essential part of the healthcare journey; and,
WHEREAS, Family House has served hundreds of thousands of people from all 50 states and 77 countries over the last 40 years; and,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Council of the City of Pittsburgh commends Family House for its 40 years of service to patients, their families, and the City of Pittsburgh.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Pittsburgh does hereby declare Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 to be “Family House Day” in the City of Pittsburgh.