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A Safe Place, Inc. Nantucket

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A Safe Place, Inc. Nantucket

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https://linktr.ee/asafeplacenantucket For an overview of our programs, please read the information provided below. Individual and group counseling are available.

A Safe Place strengthens the Nantucket community by supporting & empowering adults & children impacted by domestic & sexual violence & abuse, while also leading education, awareness, & prevention efforts. Services at A Safe Place are confidential and are available without regard to race, color, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. Domestic Violence Community Based Services: Our advocates are available day and night to answer calls to our 24-hour hotline, respond in person to assist with restraining orders in court or at the police station, and provide support as requested in crises at the Cottage Hospital. Depending on the needs of the client, our services range from a listening ear to basic needs items such as food and clothing. In extremely high risk situations, we make available emergency “safe home” while plans are being made to leave the island. Individual and group counseling are important components of this program. Sexual Assault Prevention & Survivor Services: Trained Rape Crisis Counselors (RCC) are available day and night to provide information, support and options via our 24-hour hotline (508-228-2111) whether the assault occurred recently or long ago. For those who take the courageous step of undergoing a forensic evidence collection exam, “rape kit”, an RCC will provide in-person support and advocacy at the hospital. In the aftermath, our caring and knowledgeable staff will provide on-going support and counseling to the survivor and/or their friends and family. Should the survivor wish to press civil or criminal charges, our staff will continue to provide help and support every step of the way. Supervised Visitation Center: The overarching goal of our Visitation Program is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for children to maintain a relationship with both parents while attempting to insulate them from the conflict between parents.
*Supervised Visits allow non-custodial parents to visit and play with their child(ren) in our comfortable living room. The entire visit is monitored by trained staff and on-site security.
*Neutral Exchange allows for a smooth transition between
parents when a restraining order or other reason prevents direct exchange of children. Child Witness to Violence Program: The immediate and long term effects of witnessing violence in the home are well documented. Through our Child Witness to Violence Program, we work to mitigate the damage by providing therapeutic support to children and their non-offending family member(s) which consists of a combination of individual and family sessions, depending on the age of the child. Education and parenting support are important components of this program which also includes periodic support groups for youth and parents. Description
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10/30/2026

Join us for a family friendly early Trick or Treat on Amelia Drive today, October 30, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM!

10/29/2026

Public Statement from A Safe Place

Recent local and national media coverage has placed significant focus on cases of s*xual assault and r**e. While raising awareness of s*xual violence is important, we recognize that repeated exposure to these stories can be distressing and triggering for survivors and others who have been impacted by s*xual violence.

At A Safe Place, we want to remind our community that you are not alone, and support is available 24 hours a day. Whether you are seeking support for something that has happened recently, processing past experiences, or simply need someone to talk to, we are here to listen to and support you without judgment.

We encourage all community members to approach conversations about s*xual violence with care and sensitivity, and to speak with the understanding that anyone listening may be a survivor, whether or not they have shared their experience. By being mindful of our words and the potential impact of these conversations, we can help foster a community where survivors feel safe, supported, and respected.

If you or someone you know needs support, please know that A Safe Place is here for you. You do not need to be in crisis to ask for help, and you do not have to navigate these feelings or experiences alone. Free and confidential help is available.

24-Hour Hotline: 508-228-2111

Office Location: 19 Amelia Drive, Nantucket, MA

Online Chat Service: www.asafeplacenantucket.org (Monday-Friday, 10 am to 4 pm)

Sincerely,
Jennifer Frazee
Executive Director
A Safe Place, Inc.

10/22/2026

Purple stands for peace, courage, survival and our commitment to ending abuse.

We wear purple on October 22 to show survivors they are not alone and to take a stand against domestic violence.

We hope that you will too.

10/21/2026

While these topics are difficult to talk about, it is necessary that we do.

Domestic violence, s*xual assault, child s*xual abuse, and exploitation happen all around the world — including here on Nantucket.

Whether realized or not, these crimes do not discriminate by age, race, gender, social or economical tiers, states, towns, communities, etc.

We often find it easier to look away than to acknowledge the issues or address them — which is why it is so important that we talk about them.

The more we talk about it, the more we can help survivors come forward, process their traumas, and live healthier lives.

The more we talk about it, the more we can stop the cycles — in society, in families, and in the next generations.

The more we talk about it, the safer and healthier our communities become.

If you or someone you know is a survivor of domestic violence, s*xual assault, child s*xual violence, or exploitation, please know that free and confidential help is available within the Nantucket community.

This includes A Safe Place’s 24-hour hotline at 508.228.2111 where you can remain anonymous to ask questions and or receive support.

At A Safe Place, there are no stigmas, judgment, or shame.

Survivors qualify for services regardless of when the traumas occurred, even if decades have passed.

Everyone is worthy of healing, no matter how long it takes to reach out for help within a lifetime.

You are never alone.

10/20/2026

The Nantucket Atheneum, in collaboration with A Safe Place, will host a Lunch and Learn event, According to the Statistics, on October 22 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Join A Safe Place’s Community Educator, Dr. Kimal McCarthy, as he shares facts about domestic violence and leads a discussion on how our island community and individuals can help to mitigate, with a goal to end, domestic violence. This presentation uses both national and local Nantucket data.

Participants are encouraged to bring a light lunch and incorporate purple in their attire as part of October’s Wear Purple Day in solidarity with survivors.

Desserts will be provided by A Safe Place.

Registration for Lunch and Learn is required at nantucketatheneum.org (view the Nantucket Atheneum, Our Island’s Free Public Library online calendar for link to register).

10/19/2026

A Safe Place’s Silent Witness Project, a visual representation of the Massachusetts women, men and children who have been murdered by acts of domestic violence each year, remains visible throughout the island community until Tuesday, October 27.

Each year, A Safe Place displays individual stories on silhouettes placed around local island businesses as a reminder of how domestic violence is very real.

While this topic is difficult to talk about, it is necessary that we do.

We ask you to remember that these lives are not just homicide statistics, they are parents, children, siblings, family members, friends, coworkers, and fellow Massachusetts community members whose lives mattered and were forever taken due to violence.

Thank you to each and every location sponsor who supports our mission via connection and visibility. We are grateful for you.

10/13/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), a month focused on remembering victims whose lives were tragically lost to abuse, advocating for survivors, educating the public, and creating much needed change.

While this topic is difficult to talk about, it’s necessary that we do.

During DVAM, communities and advocates across the country come together to raise awareness in an effort to put an end to the cycles of violence and coercive control tactics.

Please join us on Thursday, October 22 by wearing purple in support of survivors and advocating for change.

It takes a village.

09/21/2026

A Safe Place's Executive Director, Jennifer Frazee, recently accepted a human services grant from the Contract Review Committee and the Town of Nantucket for fiscal year 2027. It's an honor for A Safe Place to receive town funding alongside so many other distinguished and reputable human service providers. Thank you for helping to make Nantucket a better place for all!

08/20/2026

A Safe Place has been nominated for Legacy Business of the Year! Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce

This award recognizes a business (or non-profit) who has been a Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce Member for over 10 years. This business has shown sustained growth, commitment to the betterment of the community and has demonstrated that they are a valued cultural asset to the island.

Votes are welcome here:
https://business.nantucketchamber.org/form/view/40131

(link also in the bio)

Thank you, Nantucket!

08/11/2026

Join us on Wednesday, August 12, as we celebrate one year at 19 Amelia Drive!

This family friendly community open house welcomes everyone from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM with free ice cream from Hang Loose Helado , plus a performance by Nanpuppets from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM (plus more fun activities).

Come and tour our new space and meet our incredible team ⭐

Address

19 Amelia Drive
Nantucket, MA
02554

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(508) 228-0561

Website

http://www.asafeplacenantucket.org/

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