On December 24, 1985, Christ House opened its doors to provide comprehensive health care for sick, homeless persons, while assisting them in addressing critical issues to help break the cycle of homelessness. Hospitals treat homeless patients for emergencies, but a lack of continuity of care that forces them to discharge these patients to the street where they cannot rest and recuperate. Christ House is a place where these homeless patients with acute medical needs can receive plenty of rest, nutritious meals, medical care and social services.