What Makes Us Unique

• A suburban location where survivors from all socio-economic levels  may feel comfortable, along with excellent public schools and a vast array of services for all clients.  Read more »
• Transitional housing for up to two years combined with staff-intensive wraparound services.  Read more »
• An extraordinary record of success.  94% of graduates from our Transitional Housing Program remain free from abuse, 85% live independently, and 80% are no longer on public assistance.
• High-quality children’s services, including the unique Therapeutic Afterschool Program for elementary school-aged children in residence, the Children’s Mentoring Program, and the fact that we will accept families with adolescent boys.  Read more »
• A Legal Advocacy Program that helps survivors navigate family law, housing court, and a myriad of legal issues.
• A Mentoring Program that pairs survivors with volunteer mentors for exploration of future goals, support, and social connection.  Read more »

• The Second Step provides housing for survivors of abuse through an application process rather than on an emergency basis. 
• The Second Step's residences are staffed only during the days and evenings, with staff on call for overnight emergencies.
• Families may live in the residences at The Second Step for up to two years, during which time they have access to a range of supportive services. 
• The Second Step provides additional follow-up in the communities for graduates of its Transitional Housing Program.