Christ House is pleased to announce the appointment of Lauren C. Vaughan as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing an experienced and respected Washington, DC, leader to guide the organization into its next chapter of […] More…
What’s Happening at Christ House
Health Literacy: Know Better, Live Better
Kairos House sits just across the street and around the corner from Christ House, and provides permanent supportive housing for nearly 40 former patients. Kairos House is a holistic, long-term recovery community where individuals are […] More…
The Gift of Accompaniment
In this interview, Jessica Castro, MSW student at The Catholic University of America and student intern at Christ House, sits down with Tim O’Brien, Case Manager at Christ House, to explore what inspired him to […] More…
Remembering Rev. Allen Goetcheus
Remembering Rev. Allen A. Goetcheus (April 5, 1941 – September 24, 2026) Rev. Allen Goetcheus, pastor, servant-leader, and visionary, passed from this life on Thursday, September 24, 2026. Born April 5, 1941, in Muncie, Indiana, […] More…
Recovery is Together!
As we reach the close of September, which is Recovery Month, we’d like to share some insights about recovery at Christ House. This year, the theme of Recovery Month was, “Recovery is together”. Thank you […] More…
Welcome, Interns!
This fall, we’ve welcomed two new interns to Christ House. Jessica Castro is an MSW student at The Catholic University of America and Josue is our newest student intern from Don Bosco Cristo Rey High […] More…
Welcoming Vince: Year-Long Volunteer
Two weeks ago, we welcomed Vince Pigott for his first day at Christ House as a Year-Long Volunteer! Vince is volunteering through the Capuchin Franciscan Volunteer Corps (CapCorps), which offers men and women the opportunity […] More…
2025 Annual Report
Every year since 1985, we have the privilege of walking alongside people experiencing homelessness and acute medical needs. At Christ House, we work to provide compassionate care, a safe place to heal, and a path […] More…
Jaiden’s Intern Reflection
I remember my first day vividly. I peeked into the living room and saw three patients sitting together, unsure of whether to interrupt or how to begin a conversation. After a brief hesitation, I opened […] More…
Remembering Dr. Don Martin
Dr. Donald Edward Martin passed away on March 9, 2026, in the place he called home for almost four decades – Christ House in Washington, DC – surrounded by loved ones. Born in 1929 into […] More…
Christ House Achieves Prestigious National Certification for Medical Respite Care
We are proud to announce that Christ House has earned certification from the National Institute for Medical Respite Care (NIMRC), a program of the National Health Care for the Homeless Council (NHCHC), recognizing our commitment to […] More…
