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DOVE Inc is committed to partnering with diverse communities, families, and individuals impacted by domestic violence or partner violence. We promote hope, healing, safety, and social change by providing a broad range of preventive and responsive services. Hope, healing, safety, social change. Working together to end domestic and partner violence. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 690267, Quincy, MA 02269 EIN: 04-2667808 DONATE NOW Contact Us Our advocates work tirelessly to provide safe, calm, and caring support. All services are free and confidential. IF YOU NEED IMMEDIATE HELP OR FEEL YOU ARE IN DANGER - DIAL 911 DOVE Hotline: 617-471-1234 Counseling Services Intake Line: 617-770-4065 ext. 300 Legal Services Intake Line: 617- 770-4065 ext. 400 Go to Programs & Services What's Happening at DOVE, Inc. DOVE Responds to Tragic Incident Read More 2025 Youth Advocate Summit Learn More Want to Make a Difference? Get Involved 2,479 Clients Served Through our Community-Based Advocacy Services, Children's Clinical Services, Civilian Domestic Violence Advocacy Services, Legal Advocacy Services, Quincy/Dedham District Court Outreach Services, and 24-Hour Hotline Calls 4,892 Community Members Engaged Through Outreach Presentations and Trainings, YouthSpeak Presentations on Dating Abuse, and YouthSpeak Peer Educators in High School Programs 365 Days/Year Our Emergency Shelter supports program participants to ground themselves after crisis or a period of homelessness. DOVE Support Staff ensure the safety of program participants 365 days/year 24/7. Follow Us On Social Media! Subscribe to Our Newsletter! I want to receive email updates from DOVE Submit

WE BELIEVE EVERY HOME SHOULD BE A SAFE HOME At DOVE, Inc. we believe all people have the right to live without fear of abuse. Since our founding in 1978, DOVE has expanded from a crisis hotline to a multi-service organization providing comprehensive direct services and support for victims of dating and domestic violence, as well as their children. DOVE works with adults, elders/seniors, teens, and children who have been abused emotionally, financially, physically, and/or sexually. DOVE’s services include crisis intervention, danger assessment and safety planning, supportive counseling, emergency shelter, legal advocacy and representation, and community outreach, education, and training. DOVE remains the only domestic violence shelter and community-based service provider based in Norfolk County. DOVE strives to educate individuals, families and the community at-large to help change the societal conditions that allow domestic violence to persist. Our efforts address the isolation and vulnerability faced by victims of domestic violence and the enormous emotional, psychological, and financial toll violence takes on victims, their children, and the community. In addition to offering services that increase the safety of survivors, DOVE conducts outreach and educational presentations about domestic violence to civic and community groups; churches and faith-based organizations; schools, colleges, and universities; and many more. DOVE provides training for health and social service providers about working with survivors, as well as to businesses and employers regarding policies and practices. All of our services are grounded in survivor-centered, trauma-informed approaches. We respect each person’s right to choose their own path. We offer our resources and expertise to increase safety and access to supports in order to promote well-being. We assist individuals who are at different places in their process, exploring options in the community, pursuing legal remedies or seeking to leave an abusive relationship. We do not tell a person what to do, but rather we support individuals in making their own decisions. Our services are confidential and offered with compassion in a comfortable setting. View Our Mission Learn About Our History Get Involved Today!

Legal Advocacy Services Many survivors of domestic violence find themselves involved in court to address various legal issues. The legal system can be scary and confusing; DOVE’s Legal Advocacy Program may be able to help. DOVE’s legal staff are specifically educated on domestic violence and applicable laws. We provide trauma-informed, client-centered services and guide survivors through the legal system while keeping in mind safety concerns. Our team can provide legal advice and representation to survivors of domestic violence with cases in Norfolk County, and may be able to offer legal advice and referrals to survivors who have legal cases outside of our catchment area. All of our services are free and confidential. The legal team will provide services in the survivor’s primary language. We are able to assist clients of all languages through the use of phone and in-person interpreters. We offer assistance in the following areas: Restraining Orders (also called 209A Abuse Prevention Orders): Representation at restraining order hearings for survivors of domestic violence who are seeking a restraining order against an abuser or who need to defend against a restraining order; consultation about the strength of the case and any potential risks to filing in court; assistance reading or drafting court documents. Family Law Assistance with family law matters including divorce, custody, paternity, parenting time, and child support; consultation about the case and the pros, cons, and risks to filing in court; assistance reading or drafting court documents; negotiation with the opposing party in the case; preparation for court hearings or limited assistance representation by one of our staff attorneys. Housing Representation in summary process (eviction) cases in District Court and Metro South Housing court; representation at housing authority hearings including appeals of denials of domestic violence priorities on subsidized housing waitlists; negotiation with landlords and housing authorities regarding domestic violence-related housing issues such as names on leases/lease bifurcations, income calculations, getting locks changed, and porting vouchers; assistance with reasonable accommodations and security deposits. Benefits Assistance accessing and maintaining SNAP (food stamps), TAFDC (cash assistance), and EAEDC (state disability and caretaker benefits) benefits; representation at DTA hearings and appeals involving overpayments, fraud, and benefits termination issues related to domestic violence. Immigration Representation in affirmative applications for immigration relief for survivors of domestic violence, including U visas, which offer relief to undocumented individuals w ho are the victims of certain serious crimes; relief under the Violence Against Women Act; assistance removing the conditions on lawful permanent status; asylum, and other forms of relief. Victim’s Rights Legal advice and assistance for survivors whose abusive partners are facing criminal charges as a result of the abuse, including help understanding the criminal legal process and the survivor’s role in it as a victim witness; information about what to expect when called to testify against an abusive partner or former partner; help drafting victim impact statements; assistance communicating with the District Attorney’s office or victim witness advocate, and help advocating for protections in the Victim’s Bill of Rights. Request Legal Help If you need legal assistance, please fill out the form below. Our legal team will call you at the number provided below within three business days to complete an intake, and, if you are eligible for services, to schedule an appointment with one of our attorneys. First name Last name Phone Number Primary Language City of Residence Is it safe to leave a voicemail if you do not answer the provided phone number? * Yes No Do you prefer a call-back from a blocked or unblocked number? * Blocked Unblocked Submit Our team will be in touch soon, thank you.

Emergency Shelter DOVE provides emergency shelter for survivors fleeing domestic violence. Our gender inclusive shelter provides refuge for both single individuals and families. While in DOVE’s shelter, program participants are supported to ground themselves after crisis or a period of homelessness. DOVE Advocates use trauma informed practices to help survivors look inward as they begin to discover who they will become in the aftermath of abuse. DOVE Advocates also assist program participants to seek transitional and/or permanent housing, to connect children with school and education, and to begin planning for life beyond the shelter. Upon moving out, our program participants are able to continue to work with the staff as they transition towards self-sustainability.

YouthSpeak Sign Up Check Out YouthSpeak: Program Levels Program Timeline Program Components Middle School Workshops YouthSpeak , DOVE’s Healthy Relationship Education and Abuse Prevention Program, educates students and young adults on the complex issues of dating and relationships while supporting and empowering youth to become leaders and agents for change in their communities. Middle and High Schools are offered three different levels of increasing engagement, from one-time classroom presentations by DOVE staff to health classes, to a comprehensive peer led program with monthly meetings. DOVE also offers a six-part middle school series for 6th through 8th graders with six cumulative interactive workshops. Follow us on Instagram! Youth Advocate Summits Registration is now open for Youth Advocate Summit 2025! Young people often turn to their peers for relationship advice. Come learn about safe and healthy relationships with DOVE experts. Register Here

Essential Items List To seek safety for themselves and their children, survivors are often forced to leave everything behind. You can help them ease the transition to safety and stability by providing some of these key items. Shaving cream and razors Deodorant Full-size toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash & lotion, face wash & lotion, etc.) Baby wipes Diapers (larger sizes, pull-ups) * Toilet paper * Paper towels Trash bags Pots and pans * Laundry detergent Kitchen and cleaning supplies (all-purpose cleaner, disinfectant spray, sponges, bleach, mops, brooms) * Dish washing liquid Shower curtain liners Toilet bowl brushes * Full-size sheet sets First aid kits * Gift cards (Uber, Stop and Shop, Target, Walmart, CVS, etc.) * denotes high need items DOVE is always in need of the following items for donation (must be new/unused): OTHER ITEMS IN NEED If you would like to run a donation drive at your organization, please consider collecting the following additional items: • Fans • Alarm Clocks • Floor Rugs (Small) • Pillows • Plastic Storage Bins • Umbrellas • Flashlights • Children/Teen Backpacks • Stamps • Journals/notebooks • Copy Paper • Pack-n-Plays • Bottles • Pacifiers • Sippy Cups • Baby Food • Floss • Mouthwash • Q-tips • Cotton Balls • Hairbrushes/Combs • Hair Accessories • Hair Styling Products • Chapstick • Sunscreen • Laundry Baskets • Bath Mats • Shower Liners • Coffee/Filters • Snacks • Cereal • Canned Goods • Boxed Goods • Pasta & Sauce • Baking Ingredients – Flour, Sugar, Oil, Etc. • Sandwich Bags • Aluminum Foil • Plastic Silverware • Tupperware • Water Bottles • Napkins • Paper Plates/Bowls/Cups If you are interested in making a donation or to set up a drive, please email development@dovema.org to make arrangements. Storage is very limited, so we cannot accept all donations at all times. Thank you for your kind understanding.

Thank you for consulting DOVE for a training, workshop, or presentation. DOVE is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence. DOVE requests an honorarium for all presentations. View Honorarium Rates We would be happy to provide a training if your organization serves people living in Norfolk county. If you are looking for the organization that serves your county please click here. If that organization is not able to assist you, please let us know and we may still be able to help you. Request A DOVE Training! Training Type Submit Thanks for submitting! We will be in contact shortly!

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Program Brochures View General DV Information View Legal Advocacy Resources View Information for Teens & Young Adults View View LGBTQIA+ Resources Public Policy & Advocacy Resources View Chinese Resources View FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is domestic violence? “Domestic Violence is not an argument every once in a while or a bad mood after a rough day; it is a pattern of harmful, controlling behavior that someone uses against their partner. Domestic violence is all about power and control and may not always involve physical abuse. It can include emotional/verbal, sexual, financial, and cultural/identity-based abuse and crosses all gender, age, ability, social, ethnic, racial, and economic lines. Abuse is never mutual, and doing everything “right” will not stop it. No one deserves to be threatened, intimidated, or harmed by a partner. You do not have to leave your partner to come to DOVE. You are not alone; help is available.”

STOCK DONATIONS & QCDs DOVE is excited to announce that we have expanded the way you can support survivors and contribute to a world free from domestic violence. Donors are now able to make stock donations or qualified charitable donations (QCDs) from an IRA. Please contact us at cassie.mcglynn@dovema.org for more information! For those working directly with their investment company, please use the following information when transferring the stocks or funds. LPL’s DTC # = 0075 Account # = 32883801 Account registration = DOVE A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION GENERAL FUND

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2024 Harvesting Hope Gala Fundraiser

Thank You Everyone! On behalf of DOVE’s Staff, Board of Directors, and the Let's Dance Event Committee members, thank you for supporting DOVE’s 2023 Let's Dance: Rise Above, Dance for DOVE. You helped us raise more than $155,000 for DOVE’s lifesaving programs serving survivors of domestic and partner violence . We could not have done this without your incredible support of DOVE and our mission to end domestic and partner violence through hope, healing, safety, and social change. And a big shout out to our Staff, Event Committee, and Board of Directors who contributed greatly to the overall success of Let's Dance. It was an absolute pleasure getting together with long-time supporters and meeting so many new members of our community. Just as our survivor speaker acknowledged in the Let's Dance program, community support is crucial to the work we do. It is by working together that we can make more of a difference and ensure peace, justice, and equity for the safety and well-being of every individual. Thank you for your support and commitment to ending domestic and partner violence. If you were not able to attend Let's Dance, you can still donate here! Donate Here! All photos wonderfully taken by Susan Hagstrom Thank You to Our Sponsors! Sarah Perry & Tony Kingsley Laurie Doran* & Christopher Wasel Christine* & Anton Nielsen Point32Health The Hale Family Three 33 Properties Eastern Bank Foundation Office of the Mayor, Quincy MA Mass General Brigham Heal Plan Stefanie Mansfield Dr. Olivia Moorehead-Slaughter* & Dr. Dennis L. Slaughter North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters Karen Albaugh Non Profit Capital Management Glenn Ricciardelli* South Shore Bank Villain Branding Allison & Alex Anderson Bank of Canton Beth Israel Deaconess Milton Sue Chandler Dedham Savings Adrienne* & Jim Gerlach South Shore Health State Street Corporation In Loving Memory of Allison Holmes Andrea S. Mintz & Robert C. Fox R Moyer Interiors Needham Bank Michael T. & Mary G. Jenkins Newton Wellesley Hospital Nadine & Alexander Steffan *DOVE Board Members Thank You To Our 2024 Sponsors! Champion of Advocacy Champion Friend Hero of Hope Sponsor Advocate Sponsor Patron Sponsor Well Wisher Friend Sponsor Game Sponsor Thank You to Our 2025 Event Commitee! Beth Porter Board Vice President Hannah Marsh Cindy Ouellette Sam Arrigal Lauren McCallum Mary Poluikis Sharon Cain Robin Moyer Elise Tenney Aileen Farrell Stacy Murphy