In accordance with The Aston Good Neighbor Protocol, this webpage includes information regarding:
- Residents Served at The Aston
- How Residents Access The Aston through Coordinated Entry
- The Aston Service Provider
- Community Feedback or Concerns
- Volunteering and Donations
- The Aston Community Advisory Team (CAT)
- Upcoming Meeting: Monday, May 12, 2025
- CAT Meeting Archive
Scroll down for details. Check back often for updates!
RESIDENTS SERVED AT THE ASTON
The Aston’s non-congregate bridge housing model serves three main populations:
HOW RESIDENTS ACCESS THE ASTON THROUGH COORDINATED ENTRY
Individuals and families are connected to The Aston through the District’s Coordinated Assessment and Housing Placement (CAHP) process, which ensures standardized access and referrals based on program criteria so that people experiencing homelessness receive appropriate assistance with both immediate and long-term housing and service needs.
THE ASTON SERVICE PROVIDER
The Aston is operated by our partner Friendship Place, which offers program participants 24/7 case management, access to mental and physical health services, and connections to other critical resources.
COMMUNITY FEEDBACK OR CONCERNS
Neighbors and other District residents can submit feedback and/or non-emergency concerns regarding The Aston to Friendship Place at [email protected].
VOLUNTEERING AND DONATIONS
Friendship Place offers various ways for you to support our community through advocacy, donations, or volunteering. Act today to help make homelessness brief and non-recurring!
THE ASTON COMMUNITY ADVISORY TEAM (CAT)
Drawing upon the District’s very successful Short Term Family Housing program, The Aston has a dedicated Community Advisory Team (CAT) made up of residents, experts, and key District agency representatives. This team plays a crucial role in ensuring The Aston's success through open communication, transparency, and collaboration. The CAT provides valuable feedback on issues such as resident quality of life, maintenance of the property, and the construction process. The CAT also provides a place for the community to have a voice and stay informed about what's happening.
Current CAT Membership (updated 10/29/2024)
For questions or issues related to the Community Advisory Team, please email CAT co-chairs Jim Malec ([email protected]) and Sakina Thompson ([email protected]).
UPCOMING CAT MEETINGS
Community Advisory Team meetings are held monthly on the second Monday at 5:00 via the Teams link below, unless otherwise noted or announced. All meetings are virtual and open to all interested neighbors and District residents.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Meeting Link & Login:
For the meeting link, click here
Meeting ID: 215 304 408 79
Passcode: LSUzqJ
Dial in by phone: 202-594-9550
Phone conference ID: 979425181#
CAT MEETING ARCHIVE
Calendar Year 2025
May 12, 2025 5:00 – 6:30 PM
April 14, 2025 5:00 - 6:30 pm
March 10, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
February 10, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
January 27, 2025, Special Meeting, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
- Agenda
- Updated Membership List
- DHS 2-Month Report to the Community
- Recording - Aston CAT Meeting (Updated 1/27/2025)
January 13, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Calendar Year 2024
March 11, 2024
April 8, 2024
May 13, 2024
June 10, 2024
July 8, 2024
July 22, 2024
August 12, 2024
September 5, 2024
- Meeting Agenda
- Meeting Flyer
- Updated CAT Membership
- CAT's Draft Good Neighbor Protocol (Updated 8/27/24)
- DHS- Program Rule Highlights and DC Code Governing Program Rules
September 9, 2024
September 23, 2024
October 7, 2024
- Agenda
- Aston Good Neighbor Protocol (updated with public comment)
- October 7, 2024 Meeting Minutes Adopted
November 4, 2024
- Agenda
- Updated CAT Membership List
- Aston Draft Good Neighbor Protocol
- October 7, 2024 Meeting Minutes Adopted
- Recording
December 9, 2024