Christ House is happy to welcome long-term volunteers from our partner organizations who provide wonderful support across various departments. Their dedication and service help us fulfill our mission of healing and hope for men experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC. We are grateful for their ongoing commitment to our community!
Meet our current Year Long Volunteers
Ben Consilvio serves as Generalist through the Ignatian Volunteer Corps. Ben has 4 children and 6 grandchildren with his wife Beverly, and 5 younger siblings, so family events are a key part of his life. His professional career included working with nearly all the different computer systems since the 1960s, including operations research, simulations, and cybersecurity. During retirement, he has assisted neighborhood and other charitable organizations
Claire Schwalb serves as a Clinical Services Assistant, helping patients with daily activities, assessing vital signs, performing dressing changes, and providing support during appointments. She helps welcome new patients, ensure a clean and safe environment, and plays an active role in medical care, including physical therapy. In addition to clinical care, Claire supports administrative tasks like managing records, coordinating transportation, and collecting data. She also assists with patient activities and community events. Claire is from St. Louis, Missouri and comes to us through Franciscan Mission Service. In her free time, she loves to read, re-watch her favorite show, and learn about any and all history, the saints, or renaissance art.
Kathryn Bowers supports the Christ House community mainly by coordinating patient activities and assisting with case management. She works with patients, staff, and volunteers to help the patients enjoy their time at Christ House and ensure access to resources. Kathryn is from Dallas, Texas and comes to Christ House through Capuchin Franciscan Volunteer Corps. Whether leading weekly community meetings, organizing patient birthday parties or a trip to see a sports game, or assisting a patient accessing resources, Kathryn is deeply involved in the day-to-day life of the Christ House community. Outside of work, she enjoys walking, reading, and baking.
To learn more about how you can complete a year of volunteer service, please visit our partner organizations’ websites or email volunteers@christhouse.org for additional information.
