I need help
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
HAWC provides free services to abuse victims. To understand if what you’re experiencing is abuse, or to start making a safety plan, call our hotline at 1-800-547-1649.
I want to help
Abuse is never okay!
Everyone deserves a life free from violence and fear.
Notice
HAWC is open and here for you. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, HAWC’s community-based services will be available via phone during regular business hours (Monday – Friday between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM) and by calling our 24-hour hotline at 1-800-547-1649 after hours. Our physical community-based offices are closed to the public.
Our 24-hour hotline and Emergency Shelter will still be in operation during this time period.
Additional Resources
Please check this page for a list of other local and national resources you may find helpful. We are monitoring community resources as they become available, so check back often.
Courts are also closed
The District Courts and Probate Family Courts are also closed to the general public through June 1. If you need to file for an abuse or harassment prevention order, or if you need support or have questions about your legal matters, please reach out to us at 978-744-8552. If you were due for a hearing on an existing order during this time period, please call your local court.
What’s Happening at HAWC
Advocacy & Education
Meeting with HAWC’s advocates is the first step towards escaping violence and learning about resources.
Annual Corporate Partnerships
Working for Change — Together
HAWC is launching an Annual Corporate Partnership program to make it easy for you to partner with us.
Help Someone You Know
Do you know someone who’s facing abuse? You can help by sharing information and resources.
