Sobre nós

Founded in 1981, Family House serves as a free home away from home for families with children undergoing treatment for cancer and other life-threatening illnesses at the University of California San Francisco Benioff Children’s Hospital. Qualifying families live more than 50 miles from UCSF, and many live at or below the low-income status as determined by UCSF. Our location sustains nearly a 100% occupancy rate and can accommodate 350 people per night.

Working in conjunction with UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, we strive to provide family-centered care for patient families. Pediatric social workers refer all patient families to Family House. While children undergoing bone marrow transplants, chemotherapy, and radiation are our most common guests, we also accommodate those facing other life-threatening childhood illnesses such as fetal surgery, transplants, and cardiac patients when space is available.

Fundado em 1981, o Family House funciona como uma casa longe de casa para famílias com crianças em tratamento de cancro e outras doenças potencialmente fatais, proporcionando apoio, conforto e comunidade.

We believe that our compassion for families as they endure the most trying experience of their lives must drive everything we do.

We believe that providing a safe, comfortable, dignified living environment enables our families to focus on their child’s medical care.

We believe in providing an environment where our families naturally connect with each other to find hope, comfort and support.

We believe that the cost of having a place to stay should not be a factor in where parents find world class care for their child’s life-threatening illness.

We believe in providing opportunities for our staff, volunteers and supporters to profoundly impact the lives of our families.

At Family House, we foster a community where everyone can connect, belong, and grow. We embrace the diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences of every person that walks through our doors. We are committed to building an inclusive community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging in dialogue that deepens our understanding of each other and our roles in strengthening our home and life for all.

If your child is undergoing treatment at the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital and you need a place to stay, please speak with your UCSF social worker. All Family House guest referrals come through the hospital.

Family House is a Healthcare Hospitality Network Certified Hospitality House, signifying a commitment to professional excellence.