What's Happening at Christ House

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 along the mental health continuum. As we approach the end of this special month let’s explore the ALGEE model, emphasize […] More…

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 began attending Burke Presbyterian, a local church involved with many nonprofits. She visited many nonprofits with the ministry leader one […] More…

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 roles. At the time, I was working straight night shifts as a surgical nurse at a busy hospital in Milwaukee, […] More…

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 community at Wesley Theological Seminary, the service is patterned after a traditional Christmas “Lessons and Carols” style service, with readings […] More…

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 on probation after a ten-year prison sentence. Like many returning citizens, he sought to rebuild his life, but he was […] More…

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 this retreat, as shared by our Chaplain, Charles, was to take time to simply be together with one another. Part […] More…

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 from Christ House. Originally built in 1920, the building for Kairos stood vacant for years before Christ House purchased it […] More…

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 always been to provide a safe and dignifying space for our patients to rest and recuperate. Your partnership in our […] More…

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 – whether it be a medical or social need – could come to us and wait to be seen by […] More…