Christ House

Christ House is a 33-bed residential medical facility for men experiencing homelessness in Washington, DC. Patients receive 24-hour medical care from a team of medical and social service professionals who evaluate, develop, and deliver a comprehensive plan of care for each patient to ensure evidence-based health recommendations and promote patient autonomy. Our medical respite team treats patients, performs tests, changes dressings, manages medications, provides immunizations, and conducts pre-and post-operative care including patient education to help patients heal and manage their conditions. In 2024, 97% of patients suffered from three or more medical conditions, 72.8% had a mental health diagnosis, and 61.5% had a substance use disorder or a history of substance use disorder at the time of their admission. In 2024, Christ House provided 8,877 days of care with patients staying an average of 41.3 days. Christ House has welcomed over 10,000 patient admissions since its inception in 1985.

Our holistic services include shelter, substance use counseling, case management, appointment transportation, patient activities, and meal services. Our New Day Recovery Program provides patients an opportunity to initiate their recovery from substance use disorders. Activities include an intensive in-house course, access to multiple on-site AA and NA meetings, one-on-one counseling, and peer-support. Case managers work with patients to obtain legal documents, apply for government benefits, ensure appropriate health insurance coverage, locate family members, and secure housing upon discharge. Our transportation program ensures patients reach their outside appointments safely. It is our hope that these efforts will support our patients in breaking the cycle of homelessness.