Carpenter's Shelter

Carpenter's is Alexandria's main shelter for the homeless. In addition to providing emergency housing to families, single men and women, Carpenters provides the training and programs (A.A., adult literacy, mental health counseling) that lead to self-sufficiency.

To learn of current volunteer needs, visit Carpenter's Shelter online.

In addition to our overflow shelter at St. Clement's, our parishioners also provide a dinner for the residents of Carpenters Shelter every 3rd Sunday of the month.

If you would like to assist, please email or call the office at (703) 998-6166.




Carpenter's Shelter Chicken Casserole

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1 lb of cooked, boned chicken (about 4 breasts)
2 cans (10 oz) cream of celery soup (not diluted)
1 can (5 oz) evaporated milk
2 tbs dried onion soup mix
2 packages (6 oz) Stove Top chicken flavor stuffing mix

Place cooked chicken in 12 x 9 inch aluminum pan. Mix soup, milk, and onion soup well, and pour over chicken. Prepare Stove Top in accordance with instructions on box and spoon evenly over mixture. The final step (bake at 350 for 30 minutes) will be done at the shelter before serving. Thank you!