About Us
Abby's House empowers the women we serve to lead self-directed lives filled with dignity & hope.Abby’s House (Abby Kelley Foster House, Inc.) was founded in Worcester, MA in 1976.
As a nonprofit organization, we provide shelter and affordable housing, as well as advocacy and support services, to homeless, battered, and low-income women, with or without children.
Over the years, we have helped more than 16,000 women and their children reclaim and rebuild their lives, empowering them to lead self-directed lives filled with dignity and hope.
Leading the Way
Our overnight shelter was one of the first shelters in the United States for women and is currently one of the few community shelters (non-state funded) in Worcester
With 18 shelter beds and 79 units of housing, we are the largest provider of affordable, supportive housing in Worcester designed to meet the needs of women and children.
Our Values
Hospitality
Abby’s house is a safe and welcoming place that values people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. We provide a home to residents and guests, not just a place to live.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Antiracism, & Belonging
The Abby’s House Community commits to acknowledge historical inequities and affirm women of all races, ethnicities, ages, national origins, sexual orientations, disabilities, educational backgrounds and gender identities. We embrace diversity and foster healing and well-being for all.
Compassion & Respect
We believe that each person is unique and deserves to be treated with dignity and compassion. We develop caring, supportive, non-judgmental, and enduring relationships. We listen to and give each other support, and we act on our belief that each one of us is capable and strong.
Women's Self-Determination
We believe that women can name and change the injustice that exists in the lives of women. We encourage women to be leaders and decision-makers. Abby’s House helps women to recognize their own inner strengths, opportunities and abilities to lead self-directed lives.
Collective Effort
Abby’s House is a multi-cultural, multi-racial community of people working collectively to achieve our mission. Our community is comprised of residents, guests, staff, volunteers, board members, donors, and partners. The contribution of each person is valued and respected and makes Abby’s House a special place that nurtures self-determination, independence and strength.
Learn More About Abby's House
From our to rich history to our dedicated staff, learn more about what makes Abby's House unique.
Years of Service
Shelter Beds
Units of Housing
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