As we bask in the warmth and brightness of spring, let’s not forget the importance of mental well-being. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Christ House is committed to supporting both consumers and staff […] More…
What’s Happening at Christ House
Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Kay
In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month this April, we want to celebrate one of our long-term volunteers, Kathleen “Kay” Taylor from Burke Presbyterian! Thirty years ago, Kay and her husband first arrived in DC and […] More…
Staff Reflection by Mari Lowe
Compassion and Courage Since 2010, I have served as a volunteer, nurse, and practitioner at Christ House. I found Christ House by chance late one night, as I scoured the AmeriCorps website for volunteer nursing […] More…
Black History Month: Looking Back to Preserve the Future
For the past three years, the worshiping community at Christ House has marked the beginning of African American History month with a special service of story and song*. Created by Dr. Asa Lee for the […] More…
As Long As We Exist
Almost four years ago, Mr. Delgado first arrived at Christ House. Our clinical staff treated him for circulatory issues in his feet as a result of diabetes complications. Before his admission, he had been released […] More…
Staff Reflection by John Craig
For the first time in over two years, Christ House staff gathered for an in-person staff retreat in November 2022. Potter’s House generously hosted our group, providing a hot breakfast and coffee. The focus of […] More…
Celebrating 30 Years of the Kairos Program
In September 2022, we celebrated 30 years of our Kairos Program. What began as apartment units spread out across the neighborhood, transformed into Kairos House – a 37-unit apartment building located half a block away […] More…
Christ House’s 2021 Annual Report
Dear Friends, As we reflect on 2021, we are filled with gratitude for the many ways we have come together to support the important needs of our communities. Here at Christ House, our priority has […] More…
Reopening Our Doors
Since Christ House was founded in 1985, the first floor outpatient clinic (5th health station) and Shower Program have been part of our services, operating separately from our respite floor. Anyone in need of support […] More…
Christ House’s Resources on Racial Equity
While we are glad to have the opportunity to share resources surrounding the history, oppression, resilience, and achievements of Black individuals throughout Black History Month, we recognize that the path to equity and inclusion is […] More…
