Resources
You Are Not Alone
The stories shared on Murders in Massachusetts often involve homicide, domestic violence, missing persons, child abuse, sexual assault, suicide, and other traumatic events. We recognize that this content may be difficult for some listeners and readers.
If you or someone you know has been affected by violence, trauma, or a mental health crisis, help is available. The organizations below provide confidential support, advocacy, crisis intervention, and educational resources.
If you are experiencing an emergency or believe someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Crisis & Mental Health
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Available 24 hours a day throughout the United States.
Website:
https://988lifeline.org
Provides:
- Suicide prevention
- Emotional distress support
- Crisis counseling
- Veteran support
- LGBTQ+ youth support
Samaritans
24-hour emotional support and suicide prevention.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Provides:
- Education
- Support groups
- Family resources
- Mental health advocacy
Domestic Violence
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence (Massachusetts)
Provides:
- Emergency shelter
- Safety planning
- Legal advocacy
- Counseling
- Children's services
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call:
800-799-7233
Text:
START to 88788
Live Chat Available
Jane Doe Inc.
Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
Sexual Assault
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)
24-hour Hotline
800-656-HOPE
Online Chat Available
Missing Persons
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
1-800-THE-LOST
Resources include:
- Missing children
- Family support
- Prevention education
- Recovery resources
National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
Victims of Crime
VictimConnect Resource Center
855-4-VICTIM
Provides:
- Crime victim advocacy
- Referrals
- Emotional support
- Confidential assistance
Office for Victims of Crime
Child Abuse & Neglect
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
https://www.childhelphotline.org
1-800-4-A-CHILD
Available 24/7
Human Trafficking
National Human Trafficking Hotline
https://humantraffickinghotline.org
Call:
888-373-7888
Text:
233733
Substance Use & Addiction
SAMHSA National Helpline
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
1-800-662-HELP
Provides confidential referrals for:
- Substance use treatment
- Mental health treatment
- Recovery programs
LGBTQ+ Support
The Trevor Project
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
Crisis counseling for LGBTQ+ young people.
Call:
1-866-488-7386
Text:
START to 678678
Elder Abuse
National Center on Elder Abuse
Information and reporting resources.
Families of Homicide Victims
Parents of Murdered Children (POMC)
Provides:
- Grief support
- Peer support groups
- Family resources
- Advocacy
Grief & Bereavement
National Alliance for Children's Grief
GriefShare
Massachusetts Resources
Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA)
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-office-for-victim-assistance
Provides:
- Victim compensation
- Court advocacy
- Crisis resources
- Community programs
Massachusetts Department of Mental Health
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-mental-health
Massachusetts Children's Alliance
https://machildrensalliance.org
For Families Seeking Justice
If your loved one has been murdered, is missing, or you believe their story deserves renewed public attention, Murders in Massachusetts may be able to help amplify their story through investigative journalism and documentary storytelling.
If you would like to share information, documents, photographs, or discuss a potential case, please contact us:
📧 murdersinmapodcast@gmail.com
Every submission is reviewed with care and respect. While we cannot guarantee coverage of every case, we are committed to listening and treating every family with compassion.
A Final Word
The mission of Murders in Massachusetts extends beyond documenting crime. We strive to honor victims, support survivors, encourage informed conversations, and connect those in need with organizations dedicated to healing, advocacy, and justice.
Every victim deserves to be remembered. Every story deserves to be told. Every person deserves hope.