Boston Area Rape Crisis Center

Filed Under: Emergency Assistance, Hotlines, Youth, Domestic Violence, Physical and Mental Health, Support Groups
Services

The Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) provides free, confidential support and services to survivors of sexual violence ages 12 and up and their families and friends. BARCC works with survivors of all genders from the immediate crisis after sexual violence to years and decades later, with the goal of empowering survivors to heal and seek justice in ways that are meaningful to them. They assist survivors as they navigate the healthcare, criminal justice, social service, and school systems.

Services: Hotline (by phone 24-7 at 800-841-8371 and webchat at barcc.org/chat), 24-7 Medical Advocacy, Case Management (assistance with housing, health care, and more), Individual and Group Counseling, Legal Advocacy (including immigration services).

Service hours

Hotline and medical advocacy: 24-7
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Other Locations

BARCC’s Office at Casa Myrna
451 Blue Hill Ave.
Boston, MA 02121

Waltham Office:
24 Crescent Street, Suite 202
Waltham, MA 02453

Requirements & Restrictions

Anyone 12 years or older welcome.

Cost
Free
Languages

Services in English and Spanish, with other languages upon request

Transportation

While every effort is made to provide current and accurate information for the agency descriptions and hours of operation, it is recommended to call the agency to verify the information before visiting.

Last updated September 3, 2025