About Us

House of Ruth, through its comprehensive program, believes that treatment of the HIV/AIDS is not only found in a doctor's office, but is also found in the community. House of Ruth also believes that in order to treat an infected individual, it must start by treating the entire family.

House of Ruth is an association of persons caring for families and individuals affected by HIV and AIDS. We provide advocacy and support for their physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual needs.

Our Goals

House of Ruth is committed to being an advocate
for families and individuals by:

• Understanding the dynamics in affected families
• Identifying all available resources and agencies
  
• Seeking to overcome the lack of understanding about the transmission of the illness
  
• Involving the community

House of Ruth works to keep families together
under times of stress by:

• Understanding the importance of housing, medical and educational services. These services play vital roles in helping individuals obtain a sense of self-worth
  
• Giving support in obtaining suitable housing
  
• Stressing the important role that a family plays in the life and well-being of an infected individual

House of Ruth strives to provide complete and
comprehensive support for affected families and individuals by:

• Providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to empower affected persons to become their own advocates in fighting the illness

**All calls and services are confidential

2006 Annual Report