24 hour hotline

The BARCC hotline receives approximately 3,000 calls every year.  People who call us are:

• Survivors who have been recently hurt.
• Survivors who were assaulted or abused many years ago.
• Survivors of rape, sexual harassment, incest, and all forms of sexual violence.
• Survivors of all genders.
• Teen survivors.
• Friends and family members of survivors.
• Professionals looking for referrals for clients.

You can call us too.

617-492-RAPE (7273) or 1-800-841-8371

If you are deaf or hard of hearing, our TTY number is (617) 492-6434 and is answered during regular business hours. You can also use Mass Relay at 1-800-439-2370 and ask to be connected to the Hotline number.

Our hotline is staffed 24 hrs a day by trained rape crisis counselors.  They will listen to you and provide the type of support that you want - from being a supportive ear to helping you access additional services at BARCC or in your community.

24-hour hotline: 800.841.8371