Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! Here at Christ House, we appreciate all the ways that volunteers show up to support our mission. This month, we asked two seniors from Trinity Washington University, Olamide and Rene-Armand, to share more about their experience completing internships with us this semester. Olamide and Rene-Armand traveled a similar path to arrive […] More…
Healing with Haiku
When a patient arrives at Christ House, they are welcomed into a community dedicated to their holistic healing and well-being. This includes the clinical care and case management that’s provided by our staff on the second floor, three nutritious meals a day from our kitchen, and counseling from our Addictions Counselor and Chaplain. Another integral […] More…
Ongoing Connections
For the past eight years, Cindy and Russell have been consistent supporters of Christ House. Earlier this year, Cindy took her longstanding commitment one step further, and joined our Board of Directors. This is the story of why they give to Christ House: How did you find out about Christ House? We first learned about […] More…
An Interview with Cristin Anthony, Kairos Program Director
Cristin Anthony re-joined our Christ House team this fall as the new Kairos Program Director. In this role, she supports our Kairos Members to live with purpose and joy, coordinating care as well as providing advocacy, social service assistance, and connection. You can learn more about the Kairos Program here. How did you learn about […] More…
A Year at Christ House: Juan’s Reflection
For most of 2024, Juan has been a consistent presence at Christ House. He was first admitted in early March and has been readmitted twice since then. Juan can often be found working on an art project or enjoying the weather on one of the benches outside our building. He greets everyone who passes by […] More…
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 another chance at life while they’re at Christ House. Gratitude for our dedicated staff and volunteers, who make sure our […] 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 to the loss of his house. Before then, he served his community as a case manager for young adults and […] 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 nearly four-decade long commitment. Much like the sunflower, which instinctively turns toward the sun to seek light and growth, the […] 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 of his life growing up, his schooling and career, how he came to Christ House, and what his hopes are […] 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, Kairos Members, volunteers, and staff gather around the table, share stories, and forge connections with one another. For many of […] More…
