Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 28, 2026

Welcome to Barrett Foundation Inc. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Barrett Foundation Inc. collects, uses, protects, and shares information when you visit our website, contact us, use our services, or make a donation.

About Barrett Foundation Inc.

Barrett Foundation Inc. is a halfway house located in the New Bedford area, providing a safe, respectful, and home-friendly environment suitable for long-term stays and supportive living.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Full name
Phone number
Email address
Mailing address
Emergency contact information
Information submitted through contact forms or housing applications
Donation and billing information
Any additional information you choose to provide

We may also collect limited technical information automatically through our website, including:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data

Donations

Barrett Foundation Inc. may accept donations to help support housing, programs, and services for residents. When making a donation, we may collect personal and payment-related information such as your name, email address, phone number, billing address, and transaction details.

Donation payments may be processed through secure third-party payment providers. Barrett Foundation Inc. does not store full credit card or sensitive financial information on our servers.

Donors may request to remain anonymous when making contributions.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Respond to inquiries and requests
Process housing applications or intake requests
Process and confirm donations
Provide receipts or acknowledgments
Communicate with residents, families, donors, or service providers
Improve our website and services
Maintain financial and tax records
Maintain the safety and security of our residents and operations
Comply with legal obligations

Confidentiality and Resident Privacy

Barrett Foundation Inc. respects the privacy and dignity of all residents, visitors, and supporters. Personal information shared with us is handled with care and kept confidential to the extent permitted by law.

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information or donor information to third parties.

Information Sharing

We may share information only when necessary to:

Comply with legal requirements
Protect the safety of residents, staff, or the public
Work with authorized healthcare providers, social workers, or support agencies when consent is provided or legally required
Process secure donations and payment transactions
Operate and maintain our services through trusted service providers

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

Cookies and Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Barrett Foundation Inc. is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

Request access to your personal information
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Request deletion of certain information
Withdraw consent where applicable

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Barrett Foundation Inc. reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Barrett Foundation Inc.
New Bedford Area
Email: michael@piecehouse.org
Phone: (833) 444-4465