Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza

Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza is a religious foundation in southern Italy that, in strict adherence to the teachings and the spirit of its founder, has been working for over 50 years on the Christian commitment to help the suffering and the needy. The foundation is recognized as one of the most prestigious Italian health facilities thanks to its social work, the initiatives promoted by the prayer groups, its scientific research activity and the quality of the health services of the homonymous hospital, which was formed from a charitable idea of Padre Pio and realized exclusively with the donations received from all over the world.