@RosiesPlace

First emergency shelter for women in the nation. We provide compassionate and comprehensive help to thousands of women in need every year.

 889 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA
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Joined February 2009
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In response to the growing needs of our community, over the next two years, we will grow all of our programming by 25% to help more women in more ways than ever before. Over 12 months, we served nearly 15,000 women—a record high—providing them with support, opportunity and hope.
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Through specialized clinics and one-on-one meetings our Legal Advocates help women overcome barriers to stability and opportunity by connecting them to the expert help they need. Visit rosiesplace.org/find-help to learn more about our host of legal support.
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Learn about all our current programs and upcoming events. Visit the Front Desk to pick up a copy of our Fall Directory of Programs and Services in Chinese, English, Haitian Creole, Portuguese or Spanish. Or view in all languages at the link in bio.
Flyers for Rosie's Place Fall 2026 Directory of Programs and Services detailing advocacy, legal aid, shelter, emergency services, and meal schedules.

ALT Flyers for Rosie's Place Fall 2026 Directory of Programs and Services detailing advocacy, legal aid, shelter, emergency services, and meal schedules.

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As the leaves fall and the temperature drops, we know winter is on its way. Help keep our guests warm in the cold weather to come: bit.ly/4sYS18e Thank you to our crafty friends at @GraniteTelecom for donating these beautiful handmade scarves!
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Our weekly Haitian Community Support Group is a safe place for our guests from Haiti to connect with others, share experiences, ask questions and learn about our helpful resources during this time of uncertainty.
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Amongst the flurry of Fall activity, stop and reflect with a poem written by a student in our Women's Education Center and featured in the chapbook Seasons of Learning. #fall #poem
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The fruits of our community’s efforts continue to grow as our garden is filled with bright green tomatoes and various flowers and herbs.
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We recognize the resiliency and strength of domestic violence survivors. It is critical that we continue to raise awareness of this crisis and raise our voices in support of all survivors this #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. #WithSurvivors #DVActionMonth #DVAM2026
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Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for confidential help.

ALT Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for confidential help.

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Hot off the press—it's Rosie’s Place News! Catch up on all the ways we are growing our community and growing our impact. Pick up a copy at our Front Desk or read now at: bit.ly/4hEb1oY
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On #WorldFoodDay and every day, we continue the fight to #endhunger for the 1 in 3 Massachusetts adults facing #foodinsecurity. We are grateful to source food through partnerships with BMC Rooftop Farms, Brookwood Community Farm, Hutchins Farm and @landssake Farm. @RecoverRoofs
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It's never too early to start planning for the holidays, especially when it's for a great cause! The Rosie's Place Holiday Card shop is now open, and we have many beautiful cards from local artists Sam Vokey and Thomas Dunlay to choose from. Shop now at rosiesplace.org/shop/holiday…
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Honoring #HispanicHeritageMonth, our Community Engagement team held a lively trivia session for guests with questions about Hispanic history and culture.
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Mealtime melodies filled our Dining Room as students in the Tufts Public Harmony group performed for our guests. Thanks to this harmonious group for sharing their amazing talents!
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Indigenous history is Massachusetts history. Today, our community celebrates the Indigenous communities who were first to call this land home. #indigenous #indigenouspeoplesday
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ALT Colorful Indigenous textile patterns displayed above a message honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day and their resilience and contributions.

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Did you know that nationwide, less than 2% of total charitable giving goes to women’s and girls’ organizations? Will you honor #GiveToWomenAndGirls Day by donating to support the women and work of Rosie’s Place? rosiesplace.org/give
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Providing holistic help to our guests means addressing their mental health needs as well as their physical needs. Today and every day, we will continue doing more for the women who need us most. #worldmentalhealthday
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With hunger and food insecurity at an all-time high, our community needs us more than ever. We provide hearty and healthy meals to women in need 365 days a year. In the past year, we served 229,430 meals in our Dining Room—a stunning 23% increase over last year.
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Decadent dahlias and colorful calla lilies make for gorgeous centerpieces in our Dining Room! We are so grateful to our generous donors for providing these beautiful arrangements!
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Our Workforce Development team recently held a focus group to hear directly from guests about which supports are most useful for them in reaching their career goals. We provide our guests with access to opportunity as well as the tools to pursue their own pathway to stability.
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On this day, eight years ago, a memorial to the life and legacy of our founder, Kip Tiernan, was unveiled on Dartmouth Street in Boston. The memorial is a testament to Kip’s fierce advocacy for poor and homeless women and tireless fight to provide them with opportunity and hope.
Metal plaque with an inspiring message about strength and support from Kip Tiernan, founder of Rosie's Place.

ALT Metal plaque with an inspiring message about strength and support from Kip Tiernan, founder of Rosie's Place.

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