Why should you give during the Fall Matching Challenge? We asked William, who has been a patient at Christ House for 4 months, for his thoughts on this question and this is what he said: There are only 13 more days left to give during the Fall Matching Challenge. Until October 31st, all donations up […] More…
Fall Matching Challenge 2018: Hear from a Partner
There is only one month left in our Fall Matching Challenge! Remember that until October 31st, all donations up to $200,000 will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a group of generous Christ House partners. But who exactly are these Christ House partners? They are people like Barbara, who strongly believe in the power of Christ House […] More…
Fall Matching Challenge 2018
Our Fall Matching Challenge has begun! From now until October 31st, donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $200,000 by a group of Christ House partners. Your donations are vital to the lifeblood of this organization. Every single Christ House purchase contributes to our goal of providing the highest standard of care to our patients. […] More…
Rebuilding Bodies Through Rehabilitation
Through physical and occupational therapy, we help patients reach for independence once again Many patients come to Christ House after surgeries, long hospital stays, or amputations. As a result, they are often experiencing a loss of strength, endurance, or range of motion. These individuals need to be guided through rehabilitation to rebuild strength and balance […] More…
A Christ House Summer Reflection
This summer at Christ House we were privileged to welcome two summer interns from InterVarsity. One intern, Carissa, when asked to reflect on her time here, composed a letter to Christ House. We are thrilled to share it with you! Dear Christ House, I hope this letter finds you all in good or improving health. […] More…
Welcoming our Year-Long Volunteers
We’re thrilled to introduce you to our new year-long volunteers! These five talented and passionate individuals will play a central role in the Christ House mission over the next twelve months. Sarah will serve for a second year as the Case Management Assistant. She will continue to support the Case Management department by helping patients […] More…
Latest data on D.C. homeless population
In January, over 300 volunteers conducted an on-the-ground survey of homeless persons in the District of Columbia. This data collection, coordinated by The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness, provides crucial insight into the population of singles and families experiencing homelessness. Results from the 2018 count were recently released. Here are a few noteworthy findings on […] More…
On the Road to Health
Our transportation program makes medical care and community resources accessible Christ House patients spend the majority of their stay in our building where our nursing and case management staff work with them to improve their health and strive for independence. We also provide a bed, clothing and toiletries, three meals a day, and uplifting activities. […] More…
More Healing, More Hope for #DoMore24
Do More 24 has begun! Donate here. From noon Thursday, May 17th – noon Friday, May 18th, this community-wide fundraiser is generating support for organizations doing good. Ways to participate: 1. Tell us why. Tell your friends and family why you plan to donate to Christ House. If you share on Facebook or Instagram, use the […] More…
Welcome to Christ House
New patients are warmly invited into our community of healing When a new patient arrives at Christ House, he is greeted in the lobby by a member of our clinical staff and asked two questions: “Have you eaten recently?” and “Do you need reading glasses?” Hospitality is a core value of our mission and there […] More…
