Author: Jeff Milliner

Blog / Author: Jeff Milliner

This September, one of Pittsburgh’s most cherished traditions gallops back to Hartwood Acres. The 43rd Annual Family House Polo Match takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, and once again, Baird Private Wealth Management will be in the winner’s circle as the sponsor of the event’s Best Playing Pony Award.

When Téa received the call, she knew her best friend, Rachel, was facing a life-changing moment. Diagnosed in 2024 with metastasized abdominal cancer, Rachel had already undergone months of treatment in Toronto, Canada. After an attempted surgery in Toronto was unsuccessful, she was told there were no further surgical options.

Weekend Together is Here to Stay! At Family House, we believe that having loved ones close by can make all the difference during a medical care journey. That’s why we’re excited to share that our “Weekend Together” promotion will now continue indefinitely. When a guest is staying at Family House

What began as a family outing quickly turned into a medical emergency when Julie’s son suffered what doctors initially believed was a stroke. Instead, the diagnosis was far more devastating: a brain tumor. Within hours, Julie and her family were traveling from Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania, to Pittsburgh, far from home

When Sandra “Sandy” Wilkinson arrived in Pittsburgh in December 2025, she carried far more than a suitcase. She carried uncertainty. Fear. Exhaustion. And the weight of knowing that her younger brother’s life hung in the balance. Thousands of miles from home, Sandy traveled from Wichita, Kansas after her brother, Zachary,

In this issue: Chief Executive Officer John Plante provides updates on the latest projects, including the completion of the Kamin Conservatory. Catch up on recent Family House news, which include highlights from the 2026 Family House Gala and our Volunteer Recognition Event along with updates on current construction efforts. Learn