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HOUSE OF RUTH IN ACTION

“If you need help in any way at House of Ruth, they will try their best to assist you. You can talk to any staff member, any case manager, about what’s going on in your life, and they will listen and help.”

-Carla

ABOUT HOUSE OF RUTH

Founded in 1976, House of Ruth empowers women, children and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse and homelessness. House of Ruth offers comprehensive support for women, children and families. Our continuum of services encompasses enriched housing for families and single women, trauma-informed daycare for children, and free counseling to empower anyone, regardless of gender, who is a survivor of trauma and abuse. Our programs provide individualized support to rebuild safe, independent, and sustainable lives.

WHO WE HELP

Women & children dealing with:

Homelessness

Domestic Violence

Mental Illness

Substance Abuse

Recent Incarcerations

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HOW WE HELP

We Offer:

Safe & Stable Homes

Recovery Management

Expert, Nurturing Support

Therapeutic Childcare (6wks-5yrs)

Our Programs

HOW YOU CAN HELP

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Our Impact on the Community

For over 40 years, House of Ruth has provided safe and stable housing to women, children and families in the DC area who have experienced homelessness and abuse. See below for a snapshot of House of Ruth's impact!

64

Number of families served per night in our six family programs

59

Number of women helped per night in our five singles programs

8

The average age of a child in a family program

96

Number of children served in our family programs

34

The average head of household age in a family program

2100

Number of counseling hours provided by DVSC annually

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