The Difference YOU Make: Melody’s Story
“I lost everything… even the things people don’t think twice about.” – Melody When Melody arrived at House of...
The Difference YOU Make: Marie’s Story
“I never imagined I’d be here—sober, stable, and getting ready to bring my son into the world.” When Marie entered House...
The Difference YOU Make: Briana’s Story
“For the first time, I didn’t feel like I had to hold it all in.” When Briana contacted House...
The Difference YOU Make: Lynn’s Story
Overcoming the stigma and shame often associated with counseling is a vital part of the healing journey for survivors of...
The Difference YOU Make: Laura’s Story
When a personal health crisis left Laura unhoused, her world collapsed overnight. Laura wasn’t just facing the loss of...
Jamie’s Story of Hope
Jamie was cold, alone, and losing hope. A college student battling anxiety and depression, Jamie relocated to the District...
Cara’s Story of Hope
Cara didn’t come to House of Ruth looking to flee domestic violence. She came looking for childcare. When she...
Janay’s Story of Hope
For Janay, the holidays used to be a time of magic—a time when her five children would laugh as they...
Melinda’s Story of Hope
Melinda had a thriving life—a five-bedroom home, children in private school, and a successful business. But everything changed after...
Brenda’s Story of Hope
When Brenda arrived at Kidspace in 2023, she had fled six years of abuse—with three children—the youngest just 7...
