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Everyone DeservesHealthy Relationships

At REACH, we’re empowering individuals, families, and communities to overcome domestic violence – because we all deserve safe, healthy relationships.

How We Do Our Work

REACH serves 27 cities and towns throughout the MetroWest and Greater Boston areas of Massachusetts.

To promote healthy relationships and end domestic violence, REACH focuses on four key areas of intervention.

Safety & Shelter

Through our emergency shelter program, we offer immediate services for victims of domestic violence who aren’t safe in their own homes.

Community-Based Advocacy

REACH actively advocates with survivors of domestic violence, supporting them as they reclaim their independence.

Education & Prevention

Our compassionate team leads discussions and trainings in businesses, schools, and other community spaces on recognizing and preventing domestic violence.

Community Engagement

Our outreach programs equip community members of all ages, genders, occupations, and backgrounds to be agents of change.

What is Domestic Violence?

Abuse is a pattern of behaviors that one person uses to gain and maintain power and control over another person.

Financial Abuse

Controlled or limited access to financial resources

Physical Abuse

Harm or injury caused by physical force

Sexual Abuse

Any non-consensual sexual act or behavior

Psychological Abuse

Deliberate emotional harm or manipulation

Community Reach

Explore firsthand stories about hope, healing, advocacy, and more on our blog.

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My Trauma Wounded Me, But it Did Not Silence Me

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Reflecting on Actionable Values Can Help Us Embrace Change

Deborah Heimel and Amarely Gutiérrez Oliver at REACH’s 2024 ‘Reach for the Stars’ fundraising gala. After nearly 20 years at…

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Where Does the Term ‘Gaslighting’ Come From?

*As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re looking back at the origins of the term ‘gaslighting’ and how it…

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Survivor Voices

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Maya's Story

Taking that first step and deciding to leave was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Thanks to REACH, I regained control of my life.

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