Our Mission RESPOND’s mission is to help women and their children create options for a safer life, free from domestic violence, and to further the efforts of the larger community to end domestic violence. At this time we seek to fulfill our mission by providing shelter, support, advocacy and education. Value Statement At RESPOND, we value the inherent human rights of all people and know domestic violence to be a violation of these rights. We respect personal dignity and the right to self-determination.

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.