About HEARTH

At HEARTH, families find more than housing—they find safety, support, and a path forward.

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Guided by Compassion. Driven by Purpose.

For three decades, we have been walking alongside moms and their children as they rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Behind every family served is a team of dedicated professionals who believe deeply in the power of safe housing and compassionate support.

Some of our staff have walked journeys similar to the families we serve, bringing lived experience with professional expertise. Together, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive community where healing and stability are possible. 

Over 30 years of Safe Housing

HEARTH began as a grassroots effort in the North Hills. Community members came together to support families facing homelessness and domestic violence. Over the last three decades, that movement has grown into a trusted transitional housing program grounded in safety, stability, and wraparound support. 

View our 30-year timeline to see how our community’s vision made a lasting impact.

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Every Family Deserves a Safe Place

We know a safe place matters. Safety is the foundation for healing, stability, and new beginnings. That’s why we’re committed to providing moms and their children with safe, affordable transitional housing and the wraparound support they need to rebuild their lives. 

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness or domestic violence and looking for support, we’re here to help.

MEET THE TEAM

We're Here To Serve You

“People First, Projects Second,” leadership has a responsibility to care for those who need our support the most, our families.

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Christine Pietryga

CEO

412-366-9801 x 3915
cpietryga@hearthpgh.org

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Megan Lang

Director of Development

412-366-9801 x 3910
mrlang@hearthpgh.org

Pam Turner

Program Director

412-366-9801 x 3912
pturner@hearthpgh.org

Jessica Walker

Family Support Specialist

412-366-9801 x 3921
jwalker@hearthpgh.org

Danny Mohr

Office Manager

412-366-9801 x 3913
dmohr@hearthpgh.org

Janet Wade

Night Time Manager

jwade@hearthpgh.org

Janine Wytovich, LCSW

Director of Advancement

412-366-9801 x 3918
jwytovich@hearthpgh.org

Mary Amrhein

Director of Finance

412-366-9801 x 3914
mamrhein@hearthpgh.org

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Morgan Cable-Jorge

Community Engagement Coordinator

412-366-9801 x 3911
mcable@hearthpgh.org

JENNY SHAHINIAN

Family support specialist

412-366-9801 x 3917
jshahinian@hearthpgh.org

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Curt Ford

Facility Manager

cford@hearthpgh.org