Finding Support, Community, and Hope in the MK Dining Room
December 22, 2025
Did you know that every other week, we host a support group for our guests right inside the Miriam’s Kitchen dining room? What began earlier this year as a promising idea quickly became a meaningful part of our community. When Case Manager Jennifer Martinez joined MK, she brought with her a wealth of experience facilitating… View Article
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Remembering those who died while experiencing homelessness in 2025
December 19, 2025
On December 20-21st, 2025, communities will gather nationwide on National Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, which takes place annually on the longest night of the year. The purpose of this powerful event is to remember those who have passed away while unhoused and to raise awareness about the dire toll that homelessness takes on our neighbors…. View Article
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Growing Threats to Permanent Supportive Housing: What’s at Stake
November 24, 2025
We know what works to end chronic homelessness: housing and supportive services. Yet, Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), a proven, life-saving solution to chronic homelessness seems to be under attack. Back to Basics: What is PSH and why is it important? Somone experiencing chronic homelessness has been homeless repeatedly or for years and has a serious… View Article
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When Food Assistance Stops: What SNAP Delays Mean for DC’s Most Vulnerable Residents
October 29, 2025
As the federal government shutdown stretches on, the ripple effects are being felt far beyond Washington, D.C. One of the most serious consequences is the potential disruption of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, a lifeline that helps thousands of families and individuals put food on the table each month. For most of our unhoused… View Article
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Health Policy Threats
September 30, 2025
Medicaid Cuts Imperil Guests’ Insurance Federal Coverage loss: 95,000 DC residents projected to lose coverage over the next decade due to federal Medicaid cuts. Mandatory Medicaid work requirements starting December 31, 2026, or earlier Requirement: individuals must complete at least 80 hours per month of employment/volunteer work or be enrolled as at least a… View Article
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Housing First is the Solution: Miriam’s Kitchen Speaks Out on Ending Homelessness in D.C.
August 14, 2025
At Miriam’s Kitchen, our mission is clear: we want to end chronic homelessness in Washington, D.C.. Achieving this goal is not about moving people from one place to another—it’s about providing permanent, stable housing first, along with the supportive services necessary to help our neighbors rebuild their lives. “This is fundamentally an economic problem… View Article
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Stepping Forward Together: Help Our Neighbors with a Pair of Sneakers
July 18, 2025
Imagine waking up on a cold morning, unsure of where you’ll find your next meal or how you’ll get to the clinic that could help you stay healthy. Now imagine facing that journey without a reliable pair of shoes—every step becomes painful, every path more uncertain. At Miriam’s Kitchen, we know that something as simple… View Article
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Hear My Name: Rachelle Ellison’s Journey from Homelessness to Housing Advocate
June 12, 2025
Every morning, Rachelle Ellison walked through the doors of Miriam’s Kitchen to join breakfast—a simple routine that held profound meaning. It wasn’t just the hot meal or the friendly faces; it was finally hearing her name spoken aloud. “I used to go there every day just to hear my name,” Rachelle told us during the… View Article
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A Heart For Service: Amy Peck Abraham Dedication to Miriam’s Kitchen
April 14, 2025
In celebration of Volunteer Appreciation Month, we spotlight Amy’s unwavering dedication to Miriam’s Kitchen, where her warmth, presence, and belief in dignity for all make a world of difference. Amy Peck Abraham discovered Miriam’s Kitchen in a Washington Post article by John Kelly. She had long dedicated her time, talent, and treasure to… View Article
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The Power of Home Podcast: The Path Forward – Housing, Compassion, and Women’s Stories
March 28, 2025
In the latest episode of The Power of Home, we highlight powerful stories and proven solutions that bring us closer to ending chronic homelessness in Washington, D.C. Titled “The Path Forward – Housing, Compassion, and Women’s Stories,” this episode brings forward voices of lived experience and front-line advocates making real change happen. Honoring Women’s… View Article
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