Purpose of Taking Steps to End Violence Against Women and Children

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The purpose of Taking Steps is to raise awareness and money for the following agencies that provide vital services to our local community. So join us for our 16th annual walkathon and "Take Steps" to help us "End the Violence, End the Silence"!

Sexual assault and domestic violence are crimes that affect everyone in our community. For information, including statistics and links to other programs, check out the web site of Jane Doe Inc., our state coalition.

Organizations Supported by Taking Steps

Rape Crisis Center of Central Massachusetts (Click here to visit web site)
For 35 years, the Rape Crisis Center of Central Massachusetts has provided services to sexual assault and sexual abuse survivors and their families and friends as well as prevention education and professional training. We provide counseling , support groups, medical advocacy, legal advocacy, information and referrals. Anyone who has experienced sexual assault, or who wants to help support a friend or family member can call. To get more information about what we do and how you can help, call our office at 508-852-7600

24 hour hotline: 800-870-5905
Spanish: 800-223-5001 Mon-Sat, 9 - 5
TTY 800-688-4889

YWCA/Daybreak (Click here to visit web site)
For 26 years, the YWCA/Daybreak has provided shelter, counseling, and advocacy to victims of domestic violence. To get help or more information call our

24-hour hotline: 508-755-9030. We accept collect calls.

Girls Incorporated of Worcester (Click here to visit web site)
Girls Inc. was founded as the Girls Club in 1916. Times have changed, but Girls Inc. continues to prepare girls for successful, independent and fulfilling lives. With our mission in mind- to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold, we offer educational, recreational and cultural programs that provide the tools girls need to develop leadership and decision making skills. Girls Inc. maintains three facilities in Worcester: Lincoln House, Winthrop House and Camp Kinneywood for summertime programs. We also provide outreach programs in surrounding communities and partner with local school departments and other organizations.

Winthrop House, 125 Providence St., Worcester (508) 755-6455
Lincoln House, 67 Lincoln St., Worcester (508) 752-6075