History

Ryan House, an Arizona 501(c)(3) non-profit, was incorporated in August 2004. A Board of Directors was comprised of community leaders. In February 2006, an Executive Director was hired, and in 2007, a unique partnership was formed with Hospice of the Valley to help make this pioneering concept a reality.

Since its inception in 2004, the Ryan House Founders and Board of Directors have been extremely encouraged by the generous support received from the private and non-profit sectors of Greater Phoenix. Founding partners include The Board of Visitors, The Junior League of Phoenix, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, Hospice of the Valley, Orcutt Winslow Partnership and Kitchell Contractors. A Medical Advisory Committee including physicians from Banner Desert Medical Center, Phoenix Children’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hospice of the Valley and Children’s Rehabilitative Services provide professional advice. In 2006, a Professional Services Committee was created to provide input regarding the operational aspects of Ryan House.

When complete, Ryan House will be a safe, comfortable place where care, typically given at home, will be provided by an experienced professional staff to some of Arizona’s most challenged children. These children and their families deserve an opportunity to focus on being families and living life to its fullest.