ABOUT RESPOND About Us Founded in 1974, RESPOND, Inc., helps women free themselves and their children from abusive situations and to engage in preventive activities that reduce the incidence of violence. As an agency, RESPOND has been working to end domestic violence by protecting the personal dignity and right to self-determination of all women. Domestic violence is a human rights issue.

CRISIS HOTLINE 1.617.623.5900 Available 24 Hours TTY News at RESPOND Make a credit card gift to RESPOND now through our online tax-deductible donation system. All transactions are secure and protected. What RESPOND MEANS TO ME…. "A safe place to be in a time of crisis. A temporary home away from home. A supportive group filled with women at various stages of rebuilding their lives giving hope to one another. The knowledge that RESPOND will always be there for you in the future…" -A woman in transition.