Nonprofit

The Second Step

Newtonville, MA
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www.thesecondstep.org

  • Mission

    Helping domestic violence survivors heal and thrive in safe and supportive communities.

    About Us

    Based in Newton, Massachusetts, The Second Step provides free, trauma-informed services for survivors of domestic violence throughout Greater Boston and beyond. TSS is dedicated to ending the cycle of abuse with their wraparound support, including safety planning, legal advocacy, counseling, housing stabilization, support groups, and community education. These services help survivors heal and thrive while raising awareness to prevent abuse and build healthier communities.

    Programs:

    • Legal Services -- Providing free legal services to survivors of intimate partner domestic violence.
    • Intervention and Advocacy -- Helping survivors build skills, develop resilience, and heal from trauma.
    • Prevention Education -- Providing outreach and education in the community.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Housing & Homelessness
    • Volunteering
    • Women

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