Who We Are
Chadwick Residence opened its doors to homeless women and children in the fall of 1986. It was named in honor of former patron and board member Axilda M. Chadwick, who was a longtime advocate for women, the elderly, education and literacy. The Chadwick Residence building, the former Our Lady of Lourdes Convent, was purchased by Christopher Community and rented to an independent board for a nominal fee. The board in turn hired Christopher Community to act as managing agent for the Residence. The building houses 17 women and 10 children as well as staff offices. A permanent supportive living component which was added in 2005 leases 19 scattered site apartments that are available to homeless women and children with a documented disability and are considered HUD homeless. Today, the Residence is staffed by an executive director, case managers, clerical staff and resident advisors who work evenings and weekends.
What We Do
Provide transitional housing for homeless women and children. While providing professional case management services in hopes that the women in the program reach a level of self sufficiency.
