On-Site Visit
In December 2024, Jessica Botelho, co-chief impact strategist, visited St. Mary’s Court, an affordable rental housing community for seniors and people with disabilities in Washington, D.C. Located in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood, adjacent to George Washington University’s Campus, the property resides in a high-poverty census tract where 22% live below the poverty line. St. Mary’s Court offers a range of amenities, including a dedicated service coordinator, a subsidized lunch program, an evening meal program, a recreation area, a library, and a computer learning center. Residents also benefit from transportation for excursions and shopping trips, lectures on various topics, 24-hour desk service, health fairs, and exercise classes. Additionally, they have access to the George Washington University Wellness Center. As a designated nutrition site for the D.C. Office on Aging’s weekday lunch program, St. Mary’s Court provides nutritious and affordable meals to both residents and non-resident community members. The property also boasts a robust activities calendar featuring tai chi, yoga, and chair exercise classes, a weekly blood pressure clinic, arts and crafts classes, ESL courses, and various religious services. Residents are encouraged to participate in committee meetings to share feedback and suggestions.
Impact Themes
Affordable Health and
Rehabilitation Care
Affordable Housing
Environmental Sustainability
Human Empowerment
Poverty Alleviation
Seniors, Veterans, and
People with Disabilities
Sustainable Communities
