Pittsburgh Mercy's Operation Safety Net has been serving people experiencing homelessness for over thirty years. Founded in 1992, Operation Safety Net (OSN) is recognized as one of the nation's first targeted, full-time street medicine programs in the country and a model for street medicine programs around the world. OSN is a vital component of Pittsburgh Mercy's continuum of care to address the complex needs of people experiencing homelessness. This care includes:

-street medicine, psychiatry, and outreach

-low-barrier emergency shelter

-physical and behavioral health care

-substance use disorders treatment

-permanent and supportive housing programs

-engagement center

-individual case management


We depend on your support to fill the gaps in funding so that we can continue to provide these critical services.

Too many of our neighbors and friends are experiencing homelessness. On #ONEDAY, give to Pittsburgh Mercy and help those in need access affordable housing, employment services, health and wellness care, and supportive services.