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…
What's Happening at Christ House
Patient Spotlight: Larry
How would your friends describe you? They’d say that I’m fun and a funny guy. I’m usually smiling. What is one of your favorite meals? Now that’s a good question. I’d say a hamburger, french fries, and a milkshake. What is one of your goals for the next year? To try to find a good […] 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…
Patient Spotlight: Daniel
How would your friends describe you? Relaxed; I don’t cause any trouble. What is one of your favorite meals? Fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and green beans. We had it last night! What is one of your goals for the next year? To get a job, maybe in custodial work. If you could go anywhere in […] 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…
Healing, Hope, and Happy Birthdays
Make your next birthday a meaningful celebration that you’ll remember all year long. Share the spotlight with those experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C. by “donating” your birthday to Christ House. It’s simple: Ask your loved ones to make a donation Christ House in your honor. Tell them why the mission of Christ House is important to […] More…
My New Year’s Resolution…
…is to be more appreciative and thankful. To value my life and others’ as well. I used to sell Italian Ice. I was the first one to sell it in my town in North Carolina and people really loved it. I would like to get back into that business and I’ve even offered to do […] More…
