September 9, 2014

Learning for Life

One of the things that makes Calvary unique is the Life Skills, Education and Arts Program (LEAP), which happens every afternoon during the week. Women participate in classes that teach practical skil…
September 5, 2014

Volunteer Spotlight: Grace Hansen

Grace Hansen started volunteering at Calvary in December 2013 and has logged an amazing 230 hours of volunteer service since then! She faithfully volunteers for overnight shifts almost every Monday ni…
September 3, 2014

Celebrating Recovery this Month...and Every D…

National Recovery Month celebrates its 25th anniversary this month. Organized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), this year’s National Recovery Month theme is…
September 2, 2014

Step Up DC to Connect Homeless Women to Emplo…

Calvary Women’s Services announces the Step Up DC Employment Placement Program as a new addition to an array of support services for homeless women in Washington, D.C. Step Up DC will connect eligib…
August 26, 2014

Looking to the Future

Thanks to Calvary I’m finally learning who I really am. Terri*, a Calvary resident, has reached the other side of a painful past. She suffered trauma as a child, and as an adult experienced physical…
August 22, 2014

Sister Circle: An Overview

Calvary is known for its transitional housing programs and services, but we are also proud to help women achieve one of the most significant goals they set for themselves: permanent housing. Sister Ci…
August 19, 2014

Giving Made Easy

Everyday purchases you make can translate into financial literacy materials, delicious dinners, one-on-one therapy sessions, a green garden and so much more for the residents at Calvary. Giving to an…
August 14, 2014

Meet Calvary's Communications Associate

Amanda Griesser is the new Communications Associate for Calvary Women’s Services. She started last month and has already been busy writing, editing and tweeting all about Calvary’s work and progr…
August 11, 2014

What's Cooking at Calvary: Mexican Grilled Ch…

Chef Lorna is not afraid to experiment and try new things in Calvary’s Good Hope Kitchen. Recently she was inspired to create a variation on a Mexican chicken dish that she ordered at one of her fav…
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