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You are not alone. We believe you, and are here to help.

If you are afraid for your immediate safety, CALL 911

If you need non-emergency assistance, please call our intake line at: 617-965-2538

for general support email info@thesecondstep.org
for legal support email legal@thesecondstep.org

All of our services are free and confidential.

Emergency Shelter and Safety Planning
  • SAFELINK (Massachusetts-wide, 24-hour, toll-free domestic violence hotline): 1-877-785-2020 
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline:
    1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
  • Pet Safety—Domestic Violence Pet Safety Hotline:
    1-781-235-8460
A Call for Change Helpline: (877) 898-3411

The Call for Change Helpline is a free, anonymous, and confidential intimate partner abuse prevention helpline, serving Massachusetts adults and teens. Helpline Responders are trained to treat all callers with respect, and to support their efforts to become and remain safe and accountable in their relationships. Learn more at acallforchangehelpline.org.

Our Services

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Transitional Living Program

Supporting survivors of domestic violence in their transition to self-sufficient living.
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Steps to Justice
Providing free legal services to survivors of intimate partner domestic violence.
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Prevention, Intervention, and Education
Helping survivors in the community build skills, develop resilience, and heal from trauma.

Speak with an advocate today.

Call us at 617-965-2538

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