Mary's House for Older Adults

07/22/2025

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It's the first housing development of its kind in Washington, D.C.

05/07/2025

Are you ready for World Pride 2025?! Don’t worry, if not, we can help!! Join us next week for a virtual info session on all the happenings surrounding this momentous celebration!

Register here: https://maryshousedc.helpfulvillage.com/events/100-lunch--learn:-preparing-for-pride

See you soon! 👋🏽🏳️‍🌈

04/09/2025

We are officially ONE WEEK AWAY from another impactful Lunch & Learn event! Join us IN PERSON as the Juanita C. Grant Foundation presents us with useful knowledge and expertise that will benefit folks of all ages!

Register now: https://maryshousedc.helpfulvillage.com/events/96-lunch--learn:-protect-yourself-and-your-loved-ones

03/28/2025

We still have a few spaces to fill! Tell a friend to tell a friend that Mary’s House for Older Adults is offering affordable housing FOR US, BY US!! 🫶🏽🏳️‍🌈

The first of its kind in DC! This is truly historic! Schedule a tour TODAY!

Mary’s House DC is where comfort meets community!

✔ Private studio rooms with bathrooms
✔ 5,000 sq. ft. of shared space for connection & relaxation
✔ On-site gym, laundry, and ADA-adaptable units

Move-In Special! Sign your lease by Feb 28 and move in anytime before March 31!

📍 401 Anacostia Rd, DC
📞 (240) 972-2500
🔗 Apply today! https://buff.ly/3X1bB5m

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03/28/2025

CALLING LOCAL ARTISTS!!! 🚨🗣️⬇️

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03/14/2025

Calling All Local Artists – A Unique Opportunity with Mary's House for Older Adults, Inc.! 🏡

Mary’s House for Older Adults (MHFOA) is excited to announce a Call for Art for talented artists from Ward 7 and Ward 8! This is your chance to have your work permanently displayed in a space dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming home for older LGBTQ/SGL individuals.

The mission of Mary's House DC is to develop affordable, inclusive housing that eliminates the fear of discrimination or violence for LGBTQ/SGL elders. Beyond housing, Mary's House DC provides health and wellness programming, advocacy, and social services to ensure that older adults, particularly those in the LGBTQ/SGL community, can age with dignity, safety, and support.

This project is deeply rooted in the vision of Dr. Imani Woody, President and CEO of Mary's House DC. Inspired by personal experiences, Dr. Woody recognized the urgent need for safe spaces for LGBTQ/SGL elders, many of whom live alone, lack traditional support networks, and have been affected by the loss of their chosen family. Mary’s House DC stands as a beacon of community, care, and connection—and now, we’re inviting local artists to contribute to this meaningful mission.

What We’re Looking For:
🎨 Original two-dimensional works of art
🎨 Mediums accepted: Paintings, drawings, mixed media, prints, photographs, and fiber art
💰 Compensation: $300 - $1500 per piece

Selected artwork will be permanently displayed throughout Mary’s House DC!
Call for Art Dates: March 10 - March 21, 2025

How to Apply:
🔗 Visit our Linktree to view the full Request for Proposal (RFP) and Apply! https://lnkd.in/dKKrAd2


Contact for More Information:
📩 Dakotah Jennifer, NREUV Chief Creative Officer - [email protected]
📩 LaShae Gordon Strickland, NREUV Development Manager - [email protected]

This is more than an art installation—it's an opportunity to contribute to a space that uplifts and protects our LGBTQ/SGL elders. Let your art be part of the legacy! ✨ hashtag hashtag hashtag hashtag
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03/14/2025

WE DID IT!! New Housing near Fort Dupont in Washington, DC. Some Studios are still available.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 1oth at 11am! Come out and see what the JOY is all about!

Seeks to create living environments celebrating and honoring the whole person as they age.

03/05/2025

Are you or someone you know 55+ and looking for an affordable, LGBTQ+/SGL-affirming place to call home? Mary’s House is more than just housing—it’s a warm, welcoming community where you can truly belong! 💕

✅ Private single-occupancy units
✅ Spacious communal areas for connection & fun
✅ On-site laundry & meeting spaces
✅ ADA-adaptable units available

This is DC’s first affordable LGBTQ+/SGL-friendly living space, and we’d love for you to be part of it!

💥 Don’t wait—apply today!
📌 Apply here: 🔗https://buff.ly/3X1bB5m
📲 Learn more: maryshousedc.org

Tag a friend who needs to see this!

03/05/2025

Dr. Imani's Vision now a reality!! Building Community, one room at a time!! Suites on steroids and beautiful communal space! Are you 55 or older, downsizing, looking for safe and affordable space in DC? Apply today, https://www.maryshouseedc.org

Are you or someone you know 55+ and looking for an affordable, LGBTQ+/SGL-affirming place to call home? Mary’s House is more than just housing—it’s a warm, welcoming community where you can truly belong! 💕

✅ Private single-occupancy units
✅ Spacious communal areas for connection & fun
✅ On-site laundry & meeting spaces
✅ ADA-adaptable units available

This is DC’s first affordable LGBTQ+/SGL-friendly living space, and we’d love for you to be part of it!

💥 Don’t wait—apply today!
📌 Apply here: 🔗https://buff.ly/3X1bB5m
📲 Learn more: maryshousedc.org

Tag a friend who needs to see this!

03/04/2025

YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS 🚨

Join us for a powerful film session and conversation with Ruthie Berman, the inspiring activist and trailblazer featured in Every Room in the House. Ruthie will share her journey of love, resilience, and advocacy, reflecting on the groundbreaking film that chronicles her and Connie Kurtz’s fight for LGBTQ rights, visibility, and equality.

Registered attendees will receive the secure zoom link 48 hours prior to the event.
Register here: https://maryshousedc.helpfulvillage.com/events/94-lunch--learn:-%22every-room-in-the-house%22-film

03/04/2025

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH SPOTLIGHT

Lauren Joichin Nile is an accomplished author, keynote speaker, organizational development trainer, and retired attorney. She is the author of two books, On Race & Religion: My Journey from Jim Crow to Mysticism, and On Race and Racism: Humanity’s Bottom Line, as well as a host of essays and articles on a number of social and political issues.

In “On RACE and RELIGION: My Journey from Jim Crow to Mysticism,” author Lauren Joichin Nile tells two compelling stories in two memoirs, her racial memoir, and her spiritual memoir. Lauren’s racial memoir is the heartworming story of the journey from her childhood in the segregated South to her career as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion trainer. Her spiritual memoir is the captivating account of her life-long journey to find the Creator. In her talk, Lauren will intersperse short readings of her book with personal commentary, ending with participant questions. A signed book will be gifted to the oldest and the youngest attendee! Join us for this engaging discussion!

Register here: https://maryshousedc.helpfulvillage.com/events/95-lunch--learn:-book-talk-with-lauren-joichinnile