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Our Background

Originally incorporated in 1985 under the name Chesterfield Alternatives Inc, Enduring Spaces is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing attainable housing for all.

In partnership with local communities, Enduring Spaces creates sustainable living environments that support independence and a sense of belonging to the residents.

Mission

To create attainable and sustainable living environments that support independence and a sense of belonging to underserved populations.

Vision

To create long-term attainable housing options for residents through continual investment into communities.

Our Focus

Our primary focus is serving underserved populations, including individuals with mental, developmental, and substance use disabilities and disorders.

Through collaboration with various partners, we strive to provide safe, affordable housing that empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives with dignity and support.

Our Homes

Over the past 30+ years, Enduring Spaces has partnered with Federal and State governments, foundations, civic organizations, and individuals to bring twenty-one homes into operation.

These homes currently provide safe and affordable, permanent housing to over 100 low-income individuals with mental health challenges, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.

Our History

  • 1986

    1986

    Chesterfield Alternatives, Inc. (CAI), was incorporated as a 501 (c) 3, public charity, in 1986.

  • 1991

    1991

    Purchased 2 houses to support Chesterfield Community Services Board’s (CSB) mental health (MH) and Intellectually Disabled (ID) clients: 1 group home, 1 independent living

  • 1992

    1992

    Purchased 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 1993

    1993

    Purchased 3 houses to support Chesterfield CSB MH and ID clients: 2 group houses, 1 independent living

  • 1994

    1994

    Purchased 4 homes to support Chesterfield CSB MH and ID clients: 3 group houses, 1 independent living

  • 1995

    1995

    Purchased 1 house to support Chesterfield CSB MH clients

  • 1998

    1998

    Purchased 1 house to be used as a supportive living facility for CSB clients

  • 2001

    2001

    Purchased 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 2005

    2005

    Purchased 1 house to be used as an intermediate care facility for CSB clients

  • 2007

    2007

    Purchased 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 2010

    2010

    Partnered with Chesterfield County Schools Build-a-Home program to construct 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 2012

    2012

    Partnered with Chesterfield County Schools Build-a-Home program to construct 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 2015

    2015

    Partnered with Chesterfield County Schools Build-a-Home program to construct 1 house to be used as a group home for CSB clients

  • 2016

    2016

    Partnered with Oxford House to house individuals with substance use disorder; house purchased by CAI

  • 2019

    2019

    Purchased 1 house to be used as an intermediate care facility for CSB clients

  • 2024

    2024

    Purchased 1 house to support Chesterfield CSB MH clients

  • 2024

    2024

    Chesterfield Alternatives Inc., is now Enduring Spaces, reflecting a fresh identity and renewed purpose.

Our Leadership

At Enduring Spaces, we are driven by a passionate and visionary leadership team dedicated to delivering excellence. Our leaders embody our values, inspire our team, and guide us toward achieving our mission. They are committed to fostering collaboration, upholding integrity, and driving continuous growth across our organization.

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Daveida Murphy-Hasan

Executive Director

Daveida Murphy-Hasan

Executive Director

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Richard Barclay

Board President

Richard Barclay

Board President

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Elisabeth Poe

Vice President

Elisabeth Poe

Vice President

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Clarence Price

Treasurer

Clarence Price

Treasurer

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Stephanie Parady

Secretary

Stephanie Parady

Secretary

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Martha Mead

Member

Martha Mead

Member

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Nelson Daniel

Member

Nelson Daniel

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Matthew Morgan

Member

Matthew Morgan

Member

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"I'm thankful for everybody — they're very helpful...We're able to do a lot of things like I never did before I got into the program."

– Cornelia

Contact Us

6801 Lucy Corr Blvd
Chesterfield, VA 23832

804-317-9177