The House of Ruth Inc

The House of Ruth Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on providing support and services to individuals dealing with domestic violence. Located near Dothan, Alabama, it is part of a broader network of organizations across the United States dedicated to addressing domestic abuse.

Overview

The House of Ruth Inc serves as a vital resource for individuals facing domestic violence in several counties, including Barbour, Bullock, Coffee, Covington, Dale, Geneva, Henry, Houston, and Pike. The organization's mission is to assist survivors by providing a comprehensive range of services, aiming to support their recovery and well-being.

Services

The organization offers a variety of services designed to support survivors as they navigate the challenges of domestic violence:

• Emergency Services: This includes crisis intervention services, emergency shelter in a confidential location, case management, safety planning, and emergency cell phones. Mobile advocacy is also available to ensure ongoing support.

• Legal and Financial Assistance Services: Assistance with orders of protection, court/legal lay assistance, attorney referrals for protection orders, court accompaniment/advocacy, legal resource planning, immigration services, financial empowerment training, and attorney referrals for family court.

• Counseling Services: Options include shelter resident counseling, non-resident counseling, peer support groups, counseling for friends and family, and sexual violence support groups.

• Housing Services: Alternative housing counseling, transportation, and relocation services are provided to help survivors find stable living conditions.

• Support Services: Goal planning assistance, parenting skills training, resources and referrals, medical accompaniment, and job search/placement are available to empower survivors.

• Children's Services: Educational programs, tutoring services, school liaison, youth counseling, and safety planning specifically for children are offered.

• Community Educational Services: Domestic violence workshops and a speaker's bureau are used to raise awareness and educate the community about domestic violence.

Populations Served

The House of Ruth Inc serves a diverse population, including:

• Demographics: Women, men, non-binary individuals, elderly, teens, individuals, and families.
• Special Populations: Services are also available for deaf individuals, those with developmental disabilities, the disabled, immigrants, military personnel, rural residents, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Structure

The organization operates with a shelter capable of accommodating up to 28 individuals. The shelter is wheelchair accessible, though it does not accommodate pets.

Community Engagement

The House of Ruth Inc participates in community events, such as the "Walk a Mile in Her Shoes" event, which aims to raise awareness about violence against women and promote community action against domestic violence.