• A PLACE • Just for Kids
Mario Lemieux Foundation Modernizes Austin’ s Playroom’ at The Children’ s Home & Lemieux Family Center
The Children’ s Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center announced that the Mario Lemieux Foundation has placed the finishing touches on the update to Austin’ s Playroom, established in 2002. This renovation marks another milestone in the decades-long partnership between the two organizations. Austin’ s Playroom, an innovative and compassionate initiative created by Nathalie Lemieux, provides a safe, fun, and engaging atmosphere for children and siblings while their families focus on health and healing during challenging medical situations. The Children’ s Home & Lemieux Family Center has been a cornerstone of this enterprise since its inception, offering a welcoming environment for countless families.
“ We are dedicated to keeping every Austin’ s Playroom as welcoming and wellmaintained as the day they first opened,” said Nancy Angus, president of the Mario Lemieux Foundation.“ We are pleased to provide a beautifully renovated, cheerful space that gives families who depend on The Children’ s Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center comfort, joy and a much-needed sense of relief during challenging times.”
The revamped playroom features updated amenities and new interactive elements. Bright colors, engaging artwork, and a variety of toys and games create a cheerful and stimulating environment while encouraging creative, independent, and hands-on play.
Established in 1893, The Children’ s Home of Pittsburgh has had a steadfast mission to promote the health and wellbeing of children and strengthen families through essential services. Programs include Adoption & Permanency Services, Child’ s Way ®, Pediatric Specialty Hospital, Pediatric VIEW, Family Centered Therapy, and Counseling. In partnership with organizations like the Mario Lemieux Foundation, The Children’ s Home provides $ 4 million in annual charity care, including free housing for patients and families at the on-site Lemieux Family. n
PHOTOS FROM MARIOLEMIEUX. ORG / AUSTINS-PLAYROOMS
OAKMONT-PENN HILLS-VERONA | WINTER 2025 19