Description: Agape House (the House) is a lovely new construction project with 12 private one- and two-bedroom apartments and a common lounge area. The goal of the Agape House is to provide an accessible, physically amenable house in which to live, as well as coordinated supportive services so that persons can cope with and manage their disease, while also participating in all other activities of daily living.

Amenities: The House provides a supportive, comfortable environment, where residents are able to focus on optimizing their health. Independent living at the House is facilitated by a Supportive Housing Coordinator who works on site, linking residents with supportive services, providing counseling, and planning educational and recreational activities. Trained volunteers assist the Coordinator in carrying out the activities, and a Resident Council provides feedback to the Coordinator and management. Educational programs are offered to residents by HIV/AIDS service organizations, including: the Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry, local health departments, Hospice of Northern Virginia, INOVA HIV Services, and Food and Friends. Programs also include the recreational offerings of the Fairfax County Park Authority, the Fairfax County Department of Recreation, and the services of the library.

Leasing Information: (703) 573-8430

History: In 1992, HUD made a preliminary funding reservation of $1.65 million for the Agape House. Since 1992, Wesley Housing has engaged in a complex development process. Wesley Housing was given a site west of Fairfax City (Lee Highway and Shirley Gate Road) acceptable to the federal and county governments. Wesley also held numerous public meetings to gain community support. The long-awaited construction of the House began early in 1999.

Partner: None

Residents: 20