The Open Door, Inc.

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The Open Door, Inc.

The Open Door provides supportive housing and related services to help meet people where they are at. The first resident moved in June 1, 2006.

A Brief History

In late 2004, a group of concerned citizens conducted a focus group of six homeless individuals living with HIV. The response was clear; housing was the main barrier to medical appointment and medication adherence. The results from the focus group were presented to other key staff members from the region’s leading AIDS Service organizations in January 2005, who later became our f

ounding board members. By April 2006, the founding members purchased a 15-unit apartment building. Since our inception, The Open Door, Inc. has provided housing to over 75 people living with HIV. We have never had a vacant apartment, demonstrating the need for this type of program. We currently house 14 individuals and provide representative payee services to over 50 clients, including residents, and hope to continue expanding. We work every day to empower our clients to live independently, improve their health and quality of life, and ultimately improve their roles in the community. Our program builds on three key strategies:

Housing First: The “housing first” model prioritizes housing before all other goals so that once people are stably housed they can feel comfortable about taking charge of their health and lives. Harm Reduction: Meaning we do not require abstinence to be in our program. We meet clients "where they are at" and utilize a client centered approach. Peers: These paid staff members are themselves living with HIV and/or in recovery, and are directly aligned with the health care and social service systems that clients need. In addition to these three strategies, The Open Door, Inc. provides a multitude of services to ensure our clients have a successful transition into stable housing and continue to maintain stable housing. The services offered are:

• Permanent and transitional housing
• On site staff 7 days a week
• Representative Payee Services
• Medication Monitoring
• Case Management referrals
• Substance abuse treatment referrals
• Educational classes
• Support groups
• Mental health referrals
• Homemaker & home health aide services
• Transportation
• Congregate meals
• Quality of life events provided both inside the house and outside in the community

03/05/2026

We’re honored that The Open Door, Inc. was highlighted as a best-practice program in a recent report from the Pennsylvania State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup examining housing access for people who use drugs across Pennsylvania.

The report emphasizes the importance of low-barrier housing programs that meet people where they are without requiring sobriety as a condition of shelter.

For over 20 years, The Open Door has provided supportive housing and services for people living with HIV who are experiencing housing instability. Our transitional housing program combines stability with supportive services so residents can move toward long-term housing, improved health, and greater independence.

We’re proud to be included among programs advancing low-barrier housing solutions that prioritize dignity, safety, and stability.

Read the full report here:
https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/ddap/documents/documents/seow/housing-access-among-people-who-use-drugs-in-pennsylvania-state-epidemiological-outcomes-workgroup-report-2026.pdf

12/23/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re grateful for everyone who makes our work possible.

Thank you for being part of The Open Door, Inc. community. Wishing you warmth, peace, and hope this holiday season.🎄

12/04/2025

As we close out 2025 and prepare for our 20th year, we’re reminded that none of this work is possible without you.
This year brought the greatest funding cut we’ve ever faced, but your generosity keeps our doors open and our housing program strong.
Make your year-end gift and help us continue providing safety, hope, and home:

https://donorbox.org/the-open-door-inc

https://www.gofundme.com/f/end-of-year-appeal

12/02/2025

When someone has nowhere else to go, we make sure the door is open. This Giving Tuesday, you can help us continue providing safety, stability, and hope for people living with HIV who are facing homelessness.

Give today:
https://opendoorhousing.org/support/

Or uplift our GoFundMe:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/end-of-year-appeal

Every share and every donation helps us continue this vital work.

12/01/2025

Today, on World AIDS Day, we honor the lives lost, uplift those living with HIV, and stand with the communities most impacted. This day is a reminder of our shared strength, our continued fight against stigma, and our commitment to a future where everyone has safety, dignity, and care. At The Open Door, Inc., we remember, we support, and we continue the work together.

Please take a moment to check out the wonderful events happening this week from our community partners.

Shepherd Wellness Community
Allies for Health + Wellbeing
AIDS Free Pittsburgh
Macedonia Family and Community Enrichment Center Inc.

08/13/2025

We have made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Run Amok: End of Summer Bash, originally scheduled for Saturday, August 23rd at the Schenley Park Visitors Center.

While we’re disappointed not to gather with our community this summer, this choice allows us to focus our energy on other important initiatives to support individuals living with HIV in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

We are so grateful for the incredible sponsors, partners, and community members who have already committed to joining us. If you purchased a ticket or committed to sponsorship, we’ll be reaching out directly with next steps.

Thank you for your continued support of The Open Door, Inc.—together, we’ll keep creating safe, affirming spaces for our community to thrive. Stay tuned for future opportunities to connect! 💛

08/05/2025

Today is — a powerful 24 hours to create change.

At The Open Door, Inc., we believe everyone deserves a safe place to land—especially those living with HIV who are experiencing homelessness, stigma, and systemic barriers.

Your donation today helps us provide:
🏠 Transitional housing
🍎 Emergency food access
🧡 Peer support and harm reduction services
💬 Life-changing case management

Every $25+ donation unlocks additional prorated funds, meaning your support goes even further.

Give now and be part of something life-affirming: https://www.pittsburghgives.org/organization/THEOPENDOORINC

07/31/2025

☀️ Run Amok 2025: End of Summer Bash is back on August 23rd from 3–6 PM at the Schenley Park Visitors Center—and you’re invited!

Join The Open Door, Inc. for an afternoon of celebration and purpose, including:
✔️ A casual fun run/walk with a community scavenger hunt
✔️ Games, music, and raffle prizes
✔️ A health and resource fair with local organizations
✔️ Picnic-style food and a Specialty Drink Ticket when you bring 5 non-perishable items to support our Emergency Food Cupboard

Tickets are $25 and include food + activities!
Click here to get yours: https://www.simpletix.com/e/run-amok-viii-tickets-226834

06/02/2025

HAPPY PRIDE!!

The Open Door, Inc. was excited to join the festivities at Pittsburgh Pride this past weekend! We had the opportunity to share program information and distribute harm reduction supplies, including Narcan and test strips, to community members.

We’re proud to celebrate this month of visibility, resilience, and joy, and we stand in solidarity with all who continue to push for equity, health, and human rights. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Pride Month!

05/20/2025

The Open Door, Inc. was proud to be a sponsor of Party Like It’s 1995-Prevention Point Pittsburgh's 30th Anniversary celebration! 💙

We were honored to be recognized for our long-standing collaboration and shared commitment to harm reduction, health equity, and supporting people who use drugs.

Congratulations to PPP for 30 years of life-saving work in our communities—we’re grateful to stand beside you in this movement.

03/07/2025

We are incredibly grateful to the Trexler-Solomon Family for organizing a food drive in support of The Open Door, Inc.! 🙂

Thanks to their generosity, we were able to restock our food cupboard at our transitional housing building, ensuring that our participants have access to emergency food items when needed. At TOD, we prioritize the health and well-being of our residents, and this support makes a real difference!

If your workplace, club, school, or community group is interested in organizing a food drive to support those we serve, please reach out to Thomas at [email protected]. Your support is greatly appreciated!

02/07/2025

Today, on National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, we recognize the impact of HIV on Black communities and commit to education, testing, and equitable healthcare for all. Ending the epidemic starts with awareness, action, and love.

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