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Legal Advocacy

“Ms. Deysi has been extremely    `helpful and professional the entire time.”
Legal Advocacy
“My legal advocate was so very thorough, helpful, and great at explaining my rights and I can’t thank you guys enough!”
Legal Advocacy
“Abril, how she did it and performed was outstanding, thank you.”
Legal Advocacy
“They have been very helpful and patient throughout the process and helped guide me through the process.”
Legal Advocacy
“Wonderful staff members!  They push you to do better and give positive vibes and encouragement in their comments.”
Legal Advocacy
“My legal advocate is doing a great job and I’m glad she is on my side because I have no family support."
Legal Advocacy
“I feel safe talking to my legal advocate. She was helpful and understanding and made me feel like my life matters and my family needs me.”
Legal Advocacy
“My advocate was very thorough and knowledgeable.”
Legal Advocacy
I made the choice to come to Ruth’s Cottage on a whim. He had left for work and I honestly wanted to commit suicide, but instead, I got on Google and researched shelters.
Twanna Clay
I came to a place called Ruth’s Cottage. And it’s programmed in my phone under “God’s Plan.” Ruth’s Cottage is a shelter for domestic violence families with kids. They do more than just provide shelter…
Rekial Holloway
Thank you to all at Ruth’s Cottage. For me, my time here has been precious and I appreciate all the things that were done to help me. I feel happy and I will miss you all. Again, thank you everyone! May God bless you all!
Priscilla V.
The helped I received exceeded my expectations. I can’t say enough how wonderful the staff is and has been since we’ve been here. I sincerely thank them for a life changing experience.
Brianna E.
Everything was perfect and on-time. Everyone was outstanding and always available when I needed anything.
Sandra A.
Everyone was very supportive and helpful.
Tracy C.
It was more than expected and everyone went above and beyond. Everything was comforting.
Peri P.
I felt very safe and comfortable. Everyone was very helpful and I’m grateful for my experience here.
Liliana L.
The staff were the best. I am so thankful for them. I wish I could just put them in my bag so they could hold my hand through this until everything is OK.
Crystal D.
I appreciate having the time to find myself. The staff was awesome!
Shantel W.
I feel the staff went beyond. I never had a day that I felt uncomfortable.
Karen P.

Shelter Residents

“Everything was perfect.”    
Shelter Resident
“Nothing could have done better, it was great.  The food was good!”
Shelter Resident
“The staff were all very friendly and professional. “
Shelter Resident
“Thank you for all your help!”
Shelter Resident
“Yes, my needs were met. As I was a victim of domestic violence, the support, understanding, resources and overall culture of the program was very beneficial.”
Shelter Resident
“There was nothing that could have been done more for me to be comfortable and productive, everything was great. Everyone was helpful and courteous, and I am so thankful for all of you.”
Shelter Resident
“The staff members were courteous and helpful, especially Miss Glenda, but you are all amazing.”
Shelter Resident
“The help I received was really beyond my expectations. Staff were kind, courteous and compassionate. Whenever I did have an issue, I felt comfortable enough to talk to any staff about it, and I felt understood and heard.”
Shelter Resident

Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers

“I appreciated how they made my daughter feel so comfortable.”
Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers
“I appreciated how they made me feel so comfortable.”
Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers
“I appreciated most how friendly the staff were and how informed they were about everything. Thank you, guys, for helping to heal my child for her future.”
Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers
“I appreciated how they listened and made me, as a mom, feel better.”
Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers
“I appreciated most how friendly the staff were.”
Patticake House Non-Offending Caregivers
“I liked that they were very nice to me.”
Children & Youth

Patticake House Children and Youth

“I liked how they understood me and listened.  I loved everything.” 
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I liked the toys and snacks!”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I liked how I could speak up and be heard.”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“What I liked was how nice and understanding they were, and I really liked everything.”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I liked how colorful and joyful the center was, but I didn’t like having to talk about it.” 
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I appreciated the clear communication of what to expect.”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I am thankful and grateful for this center.”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“What I like most about the PCH are the chairs!”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I like that they listen to anything you have to say.”
Patticake House Children and Youth
“I liked that they were very nice to me.”
Patticake House Children and Youth

Sexual Assault Clients

“Alexis and Osiel were very helpful in talking to me and helping me through things. They were very nice and understanding and made me feel very heard and seen.”
Sexual Assault Client
“Alexis explained to me everything. She has been my rock.  I don’t know what I’d do without her or Ruth’s Cottage.”
Sexual Assault Client
“I learned how it wasn’t my fault and more things that I didn’t understand about before. I realized my assault caused issues but didn’t know to cope with them until now. Everyone was very helpful and went above and beyond to help me in many ways.”
Sexual Assault Client
“The shelter was very helpful with anything I needed. Meetings and resources have been provided to me for my trauma.”
Sexual Assault
“They were very considerate and there any time, I needed to talk and be educated more, there when I asked for help. I know that I am not alone and have many resources to help me when I need them."
Sexual Assault
"This is my story… Tonight as we remember those who suffered the ultimate cost of DV, those who have lived through it and others that are going through it I hope that my story will give someone the knowledge they are not alone and maybe a sense of hope for the future."
Amber Carroll

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I made the choice to come to Ruth’s Cottage on a whim. He had left for work and I honestly wanted to commit suicide, but instead, I got on Google and researched shelters.
Twanna Clay
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I came to a place called Ruth’s Cottage. And it’s programmed in my phone under “God’s Plan.” Ruth’s Cottage is a shelter for domestic violence families with kids. They do more than just provide shelter…
Rekial Holloway
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Thank you to all at Ruth’s Cottage. For me, my time here has been precious and I appreciate all the things that were done to help me. I feel happy and I will miss you all. Again, thank you everyone! May God bless you all!
Priscilla V.
The helped I received exceeded my expectations. I can’t say enough how wonderful the staff is and has been since we’ve been here. I sincerely thank them for a life changing experience.
Brianna E.
Everything was perfect and on-time. Everyone was outstanding and always available when I needed anything.
Sandra A.
Everyone was very supportive and helpful.
Tracy C.
It was more than expected and everyone went above and beyond. Everything was comforting.
Peri P.
I felt very safe and comfortable. Everyone was very helpful and I’m grateful for my experience here.
Liliana L.
The staff were the best. I am so thankful for them. I wish I could just put them in my bag so they could hold my hand through this until everything is OK.
Crystal D.
I appreciate having the time to find myself. The staff was awesome!
Shantel W.
I feel the staff went beyond. I never had a day that I felt uncomfortable.
Karen P.
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