Christ House

Healing and Hope for Homeless Persons

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  • Remembering Dr. Goetcheus

    September 19, 1940 – October 26, 2024
    Read more about Dr. Goetcheus’ legacy.

    Dr. Janelle Goetcheus September 19, 1940 - October 26, 2024
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 Our Mission

The mission of Christ House is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care for people experiencing homelessness with acute medical needs in the District of Columbia and to offer assistance in addressing critical issues to help break the cycle of homelessness. Learn More

What’s Happening at Christ House

To Give Thanks

As we begin to look back at 2024 and as we approach the ever-busy holiday season, we take a moment to pause in gratitude. Gratitude for our patients and Kairos Members, who receive healing and […] More…

Remembering Dr. Janelle Goetcheus

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of our beloved founder, Dr. Janelle Goetcheus. Dr. Goetcheus’ compassion and vision shaped the heart of Christ House, and her legacy […] More…

A Spirit of Service: James’ Story

Having good health is a precious gift. Losing that gift can bestow a heavy burden. No one knows this better than James, a man whose path to Christ House began when his health issues led […] More…

Spotlight on Storytelling: Premiering Two Resident-Made Films

We are honored to share two powerful films created by the individuals who know Christ House best—our patients and members of the Kairos Permanent Housing Program. These films offer a unique and personal perspective, highlighting […] More…

Embracing the Light: Christ House’s Turning Toward the Sun

At Christ House, our mission has always been rooted in unwavering compassion and dedication to our patients. Our upcoming event on Thursday, September 26, 2024, Turning Toward the Sun, will capture the essence of this […] More…

A Reflection on Healing, Hope, and Companionship

Our Year Long Volunteer, Emma, reflects on the past year she’s spent at Christ House as the Activities Coordinator.  “Lights, camera, action!” The patient smiles and goes on, excitedly, to tell me a brief story […] More…

The Way It’s Supposed to Be

Ray, a Kairos Member and kitchen volunteer, washes dishes after mealtime. Nothing brings people together more than a freshly cooked meal. During mealtime at Christ House, the building becomes more alive than ever, as patients, […] More…

A Reflection on this Haven of Healing

Our Year Long Volunteer, Bo, reflects on the past year he’s spent at Christ House as a Respite Care Assistant.  A little over a year ago, I had just finished finals, graduation was hardly a […] More…

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1717 Columbia Road NW
Washington, DC 20009

(202) 328-1100 /phone
(202) 328-1850 /administrative fax
(202) 328-7461 /medical fax

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