Veterans Day is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform.
For many veterans, that service continues long after active duty ends. When serious medical needs arise, families often travel to Pittsburgh for specialized care at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
During those seasons, being close matters. A room near the hospital, a warm meal, and a quiet place to rest bring stability in the middle of uncertainty.
This Veterans Day, you can stand with military and veteran families by helping them stay close to care when it matters most.
For many veterans, that service continues long after active duty ends. When serious medical needs arise, families often travel to Pittsburgh for specialized care at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
During those seasons, being close matters. A room near the hospital, a warm meal, and a quiet place to rest bring stability in the middle of uncertainty.
This Veterans Day, you can stand with military and veteran families by helping them stay close to care when it matters most.
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Close When It MatteredThe Schellberg's Story |
After decades of service to our nation, Steve Schellberg faced a new battle when he needed a major organ transplant. The specialized care he required was more than two hours from home, and what began as a hospital stay became weeks of treatment and follow-up appointments.
The Pittsburgh Fisher House gave his wife, Michelle, a place to stay just steps from the hospital, free of charge.
Instead of worrying about long drives or hotel costs, she could focus on being present during a critical season of recovery.
Because of a grateful community, the Schellbergs stayed close to care and close to each other.
This Veterans Day, you can honor service by ensuring the next military or veteran family never faces a medical crisis alone.
The Pittsburgh Fisher House gave his wife, Michelle, a place to stay just steps from the hospital, free of charge.
Instead of worrying about long drives or hotel costs, she could focus on being present during a critical season of recovery.
Because of a grateful community, the Schellbergs stayed close to care and close to each other.
This Veterans Day, you can honor service by ensuring the next military or veteran family never faces a medical crisis alone.
More than a place to sleep, it gave us the stability we needed to focus on healing.
Close to Care. Because of You.
Every gift supports veterans and their families who travel to Pittsburgh for medical care.
$50Provides meals and daily essentials for a guest family.
Small comforts remove daily burdens so families can focus on what matters most. |
$100Supports one night of comfort and care.
A private room near the hospital provides rest, stability, and proximity when it is critical. |
$250Helps sustain a family during extended treatment.
Your generosity provides consistency, practical support, and peace of mind during long recoveries. |
Be the Reason a Family Stays Close
Veterans Day is a time to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have served. It is also a time to care for the families who stand beside them through long recoveries and medical crises.
Your generosity keeps families close to care, and close to each other, when it matters most.
Your generosity keeps families close to care, and close to each other, when it matters most.
