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The Second Step

Provides legal assistance and housing advocacy to victims of abuse and violence

Address

P.O. Box 600213, Newtonville, MA 02460

Phone

Intake Line 617-965-2538

Details

Hours

Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Parking

Contact agency for parking information

Services

  • Steps to Justice provides legal assistance for those who have experienced abuse and violence, including help with:
    • Restraining orders
    • Family law
    • Landlord-tenant relations
    • Immigration issues
    • Other legal challenges
  • Services offered in English and:
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish
  • Transitional Housing provides:
    • Housing advocacy
    • Access to children's services
    • Mental health referrals and coordinated services
    • Access to time-unlimited supportive services after attaining permanent housing
  • Services offered in English and:
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

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