Safety Planning
If you (or someone you know) are afraid of an intimate partner or spouse - take the following steps to plan for safety from violence. If you want to know more about how to help a victim of domestic violence
A personal Safety Plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your children from a batterer. If you are not ready to leave an abusive relationship it is crucial to plan for your safety to prevent ending up in a dangerous situation and a Safety Plan will help you to be prepared and know what to do to remain safe in case your partner becomes violent again.
Although you do not have control over your partner's violent behavior, you do have a choice about how to respond to the behavior and keep your family safe. You probably know your partner’s behavior patterns and should use this knowledge to develop your Safety Plan.
If you are planning to leave your batterer, you must carefully plan how and when to leave and stay safe. The risk of violence, including the risk of death, increases when a domestic violence survivor attempts to leave batterer because the batterer feels a loss of control. You can help yourself, a friend, co-worker, neighbor, or a client plan for safety including survival strategies at home, the workplace, and in court or public places by using the guidelines provided below.
What is a personal Safety Plan?
Remember, if you print a copy of this material, KEEP IT IN A SAFE PLACE and away from your abusive partner.
