Clients Served Last Yr:
No. DV Incident Reports Last Yr:
Focus of this FJC:
- Domestic Violence
- Child Abuse
- Sexual Assault
Current Operating Budget: $250,000 - $500,000
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Mission Statement:
The Family Justice Center (FJC) of Boston fosters collaboration in service to victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where individuals and families benefit from the availability of services offered by diverse nonprofit and governmental partner organizations. We are committed to complementing and enhancing the health of victim service organizations throughout Boston. As a hub of cooperative activity, the FJC facilitates continuous learning and serves as a resource center for professional development. We strive to coordinate violence intervention and prevention services that are culturally responsive and accessible to all victims.
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Onsite Partner Agencies:
- Police
- Prosecutors
- Civil Legal Clinic/Attorney
- Community based advocates
- Government based advocates
- Forensic Medical Unit
- Child advocacy specialists
- Sexual assault experts
- Mental Health Specialists
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Services offered onsite:
- Advocacy
- Career Counseling
- Childcare
- Clothing
- Counseling
- Emergency housing
- Food at center
- Internet access
- Law enforcement
- Legal assistance/Court representation
- Legal assistance/Restraining orders
- Locksmith services
- Medical services
- Phones (cell phones, phones on site, and phone cards)
- Safety planning
- Support groups for victims
- Support groups for children
- Transportation
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