House of Ruth

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House of Ruth is a non-profit organization that serves more than 600 women and children who are abused and homeless in Washington, DC. Founded in 1976 and opened on November 21, 1977,^[1] the mission is to help women, children and families in greatest need and with very limited resources build safe, stable lives and achieve their highest potential.

At 13 locations in Washington, D.C., House of Ruth serves women, children, and families who are striving to overcome childhood trauma, domestic violence, homelessness, mental health disorders, and substance abuse. House of Ruth provides nurturing, structured, safe housing and caring, consistent, individualized services in order to capitalize on the participants' strengths and meet their specific needs.