Ruby's Reunification Program SA

Ruby's Reunification Program helps keep families together and young people out of the homelessness sector. We also welcome young people who are currently not at home, but would like to find a way to return by providing:

- a safe place for the young person to stay, spending some nights at Ruby’s and some at home where appropriate

- family counselling

- 24-hour therapeutic support

- access to ta

ilored services for families. Ruby’s supports 12-to-17-year-olds who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Ruby's is a free service for participants and their families. We work alongside parents and the young person to help bring families together who are experiencing relationship difficulties or conflict. While everybody’s stay at Ruby’s is different, it involves the young person spending time at one of our Ruby's houses. They can also spend some time at home while going through counselling with their family. Our youth workers and counsellors support the young person to attend school or day activities. This can help them to build confidence and independence skills, while staying in regular contact with parents and caregivers. These provide 24-hour support and supervision and are located in Enfield, Thebarton, Edwardstown and Mount Gambier. We also provide outreach counselling across metropolitan Adelaide and in the lower south-east of the state. About Uniting Communities:

For more than 120 years, Uniting Communities has created positive change for South Australian communities. We help those in need find the courage to move forward through enriching their lives and uniting the communities in which they live. By tackling the deep-seated challenges that affect people’s lives, we are working to create systemic change and brighter futures for all South Australians. Building upon the foundations of our past, we're taking bold steps into the future through innovation, social responsibility and sustainability.