About Mack & Ruby’s Safe Haven
Mack & Ruby’s Safe Haven was founded on a lifelong commitment to service, compassion, and community leadership.
Ruby Kennedy devoted more than three decades as a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital in Modesto, specializing in Labor & Delivery and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Throughout her career, she walked alongside families during some of life’s most sacred and vulnerable moments. Her work was defined by steady leadership, calm reassurance, and a deep belief in caring for others with dignity and respect. Beyond the hospital, she extended that same compassion into the community through active involvement with the Women’s Auxiliary, the King Kennedy Memorial Center, and numerous organizations dedicated to empowerment and social well-being.
Mack Wilson served 30 years in the United States Air Force, where duty, discipline, and integrity shaped his approach to leadership.
A devoted father of seven, he carried those values into civilian life, mentoring students as a counselor at Modesto Junior College and serving in civic roles that supported families and tenants’ rights. His involvement with the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the King Kennedy Memorial Center, the Modesto City Schools Council, and the Church of Christ of Modesto reflects a lifelong dedication to justice, faith, and the well-being of others.
Together, Mack and Ruby built a legacy rooted in accountability, compassion, and service. That legacy continues today through Safe Haven. Their family remains committed to providing safe, stable sober living for men seeking a structured and respectful co-living environment. While Safe Haven is not a clinical treatment program, it upholds clear expectations, independence, personal responsibility, and mutual respect—principles that have guided this family for generations.
Safe Haven exists not simply as housing, but as a continuation of a promise: to serve with integrity, to lead with faith, and to provide a supportive place where men can live with dignity and stability within our community.
Who This Home Is For
(1) Men over the age of 40
(2) Individuals who are already sober and committed to
remaining sober
(3) Men on full disability, Social Security, SSI, or fixed income
(4) Veterans are welcome
(5) Residents who are fully ambulatory
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(6) Individuals who can manage their own medications
(7) Men who value independence, routine, and a quiet living
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This home is not appropriate for individuals who require medical care, nursing assistance, counseling services, detox, or supervision of medications.
Services & What’s Included
Residents at Mack and Ruby’s Safe Haven receive a stable, fully set-up living environment that allows them to focus on maintaining sobriety and personal responsibility.
Furnished Spaces
Comfortable, dignified living spaces fully equipped for independence and peace.
Full Kitchen Access
Complete access to a shared kitchen for meal preparation and personal nutritional needs.
Toiletries Included
Basic hygiene items and toiletries are included to support daily personal care routines.
Utilities Included
All essential utilities are provided, ensuring a stable and worry-free living environment.
Kitchen Supplies
Basic kitchen supplies, essential condiments, and cookware are provided for all residents.
Transportation
Limited assistance for grocery shopping, errands, and essential medical or case worker appointments.
Internet / Wi-Fi
High-speed connectivity available throughout the home for errands and personal needs.
Household Supplies
Shared household essentials are managed to maintain a clean and functioning home.
Substance-Free
A clean, quiet, and strictly substance-free environment focused on long-term stability
We intentionally do not provide medical care, nursing services, therapy, counseling, or medication management. Residents are responsible for their own health care and personal needs and typically have assigned Case Workers from various agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a treatment or recovery program?
No. This is a sober living home only. We do not provide treatment, therapy, or recovery programming.
Do you provide medical or nursing care?
No. Residents must be fully independent and able to manage their own medical needs.
Do residents manage their own medications?
Residents must be fully independent and able to manage their own medications
Is sobriety required?
Yes. This is a sober living environment. Substance use is not permitted.
Is transportation provided?
Yes, limited transportation is provided for groceries, errands, and medical or Case Worker appointments.
Are residents required to attend meetings?
No. Participation in recovery activities is a personal choice.
Are visitors allowed?
Visitor guidelines are outlined in the House Guidelines.
How long can someone stay?
Length of stay varies, but is typically long term based on mutual fitness and adherence to house expectations.
The Living Environment
A clean, calm, and respectful sanctuary designed to support long-term stability and personal peace.
Mack and Ruby’s Safe Haven
If you’re interested in learning more about Mack and Ruby’s Safe Haven, we welcome your inquiry.
Please use the contact form below to reach out. Submitting a message does not guarantee placement, but we’re happy to answer questions and discuss whether this home may be a good fit.
Your privacy is respected.
Mack and Ruby’s Safe Haven