Alternative House (now Second Story) Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
Alternative House, now operating under the name Second Story, is a nonprofit organization based in Dunn Loring, Virginia, focused on supporting abused and homeless children and youth. The organization provides a range of services—including counseling, shelter, neighborhood support, and after-school programs—that aim to help young people stay safe, make positive decisions, achieve educational success, and navigate personal crises. Serving families in the nonprofit sector, it addresses needs at the intersection of child welfare and homeless services, offering stability and hope for brighter futures. The entity has a history of evolving to reflect its expanding service scope, with a formal name change in April 2017 to align with its broader program offerings.