February 12, 2014
If you’re a friend of Calvary Women’s Services, you’ve likely come across our mission statement, part of which is emblazoned on our donor wall: to offer a safe, caring place for tonight; sup…
February 10, 2014
It’s a common goal for many of us to aim for better health at the start of a new year, and in Calvary Women’s Services’ latest Life Skills, Education and Arts Program (LEAP) class in Nutrition E…
February 7, 2014
“According to their agreement, half of excess surplus funds will go to the Housing Production Trust Fund, the city’s primary mechanism for building and maintaining affordable housing.” Affor…
February 5, 2014
by Elaine Johnson At Calvary, we’re so fortunate to count the Junior League of Washington among our long-time friends. The Junior League has generously supplied many years of game nights and meals…
February 3, 2014
What does home mean to you? The Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development posed this question recently as a prompt for their Housing for All writing competition. Elsie, a resident at Ca…
January 31, 2014
“They said that ongoing efforts to reform Medicaid in the commonwealth should be given time to bear fruit before expansion is considered.” Va. House Members Say No to Medicaid Expansion (Washing…
January 29, 2014
Ever since she was little, Tamara has struggled with many phobias. Years of instability in her early life led to a long struggle with anxiety, and her mental health issues contributed to her homelessn…
January 27, 2014
Though the holiday season is over, we’re still reminiscing over a great December here at Calvary. One highlight for among residents and staff alike was our annual Christmas party, which we spent sin…
January 24, 2014
“Something is deeply wrong here, and we need to step back, take a look and listen.” Petula Dvorak: Devastating toll of mental illness demands our attention (Washington Post) “Even as the United…