how to live freely
what is a safety plan and how can creating one be beneficial in an emergency?
start
steps for creating a proper safety plan
what is a safety plan?
lets understand what a safety plan is
signs of an abusive relationship
what is an abusive relationship?
what are the key aspects of an ideal safety plan?
methods to stay safe
steps to be confident
making a safety plan
how do i get started?
sources +references
how do i know so much?
support +resources
what resources are available to me
signs of an abusive relationship
finish
you might not know your being abused, here are some common behaviors to look out for
01
08
monitoring your communication and activities excessively
pressuring you to have sex or performsexual acts you're not comfortable with
09
02
expressing extreme jealousy of your friends or time spent away from them
attempting to get you underthe influence / be unlike yourself
10
03
being controlling, preventing youfrom enjoying yourself
intimidating you through threatening looks or actions
11
04
preventing or discouraging youfrom spending time with others
insulting your parenting or threatening to hurt those you love
12
05
insulting, demeaning, and shamingyou in front of others
threatening violence / intimidating you with weapons
06
13
preventing you from making your own decisions
destroying your belongingsor your home
14
07
controlling finances without discussion, taking money, or not providing money for necessary expenses
gaslighting you or makingyou question reality
what is a safety plan?
how can having on be essential in an emergency?
next
continue
continue
start
a safety plan is a personalized, practical plan to improve your safety and well-being when experiencing with abuse, preparing to leave an abusive situation, or after you've left
safety plans encompass vital information adapted to your unique situation, equipping you with the necessary tools to help you prepare and respond effectively in various different scenarios
developing a well-thought-out safety plan in advance can help protect yourself and others in high-stress and overwhelming circumstances
what are the benefits?
how can having on be essential in an emergency?
finish
continue
start
safety plans empower you to confide in your trusted support network and provide guidence on communicating your situation to your friends and family, coping with emotions, and includes various resources tailored to your individual needs, ensuring you have access to the appropriate support systems and services.
some of the preparations for a safety plan might seem obvious and straightforward, but it can be hard to think rationally and make logical decisions during moments of crisis developing a well-thought-out safety plan in advance can help protect yourself and others in high-stress and overwhelming circumstances
methods to stay safe
in an abusive relationship
identify your partner's level of force
assess the risk or danger to yourself and others before it occurs
document abusive behaviors
keep a record of abuse including dates, times, and other details
identify safe places
familiarize yourself with safe places you can go to
tell someone you trust
have someone you can reach out to for support
prepare an excuse
have an excuse ready in case you need to get away quickly
if leaving is your best option
steps to leave the person hurting you
plan a destination
shelter with someone you know or locate a domestic violence shelter
determine the best way to get your children out
decide how to get your children out safely and quickly
figure out how to leave quickly
have an escape plan
plan a route
plan safe and unpredictable routes, have a backup route as well
make an escape bag
pack a bag with the essentials, hide it well
need help now?
we're here for you | click phone numbers to call immediately
national domestic violence hotline: 1.800.799.SAFE [7233]
national domestic violence text line: text "START" to 88788
span emergency confidential shelter or other services: 1.303.444.2424
find shelters for domestic violence near you: domesticshelters.org
sources
click numbers for direct links
01
what is a safety plan?thehotline.org/what-is-a-safety-plan
02
signs of an abusive relationshipthehotline.org/identify-abuse/domestic-abuse-warning-signs
03
what do you need?rainn.org/articles/safety-planning
04
methods to stay safethehotline.org/resources/safety-planning-while-living-with-an-abusive-partner
05
making a safety planthehotline.org/plan-for-safety/create-your-personal-safety-plan/#gf_1
06
support + resourcesthehotline.org
complete
lesson learned! by: tiger
identifying your partners' level of force
determining your partners'level of force can help you assess the risks and threats to yourself and others before they occur
documentingabusive behaviors
keeping a detailed record of abuse can be helpful in understanding patterns of abuse and may be useful if you decide to obtain protection through the legal system
document abusive phone calls, voicemails, and text messages. keep any material that is threatening or harassing. record names of people who witness abusive incidients
even if you do not decide to report right away, the documentation can help protect you from your abuser in the future
figuring out an escape plan
figure out how to get out quickly and efficiently, minimize delays by keeping escape supplies handy, children trained in escaping, and a soldified method of escaping
preparing an excuse
create several excuses for leaving at different times and situations. have these ready when feeling threatened or in danger in order to get away more quickly
next
tellingsomeone
have someone you trust who you can reach out to for support, having someone who will respond in a crisis if you need their help is crucial. being able to lean on a support network is essential for safety and recovery
planning a route
plan a safe and unpredictable route. if you are driving have a full tank of gas at all times. if taking public transportation be aware of transit schedules and routes.
getting yourchildren out safely
plan an escape route for your children, separate, or with you. practice ahead of time to help build muscle memory
making anescape bag
pack a bag that includes important papers and documents, such as your birth certificate, license, passport, social security card, cash, prescriptions, keys, and credit cards
do you best to keep the bag well hidden, if discovered, call it a "hurricane bag" or "fire bag"
finish
planning adestination
determine a safe place to shelter, consider staying with a friend or family members house if possible. additionally, gather contact information of domestic violence shelters near you
identifying safe places
learn more about the safe places around you, learn the routes and memorize the routes. find out more about the domestic violence service providers in your area and supports they offer
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Transcript
how to live freely
what is a safety plan and how can creating one be beneficial in an emergency?
start
steps for creating a proper safety plan
what is a safety plan?
lets understand what a safety plan is
signs of an abusive relationship
what is an abusive relationship?
what are the key aspects of an ideal safety plan?
methods to stay safe
steps to be confident
making a safety plan
how do i get started?
sources +references
how do i know so much?
support +resources
what resources are available to me
signs of an abusive relationship
finish
you might not know your being abused, here are some common behaviors to look out for
01
08
monitoring your communication and activities excessively
pressuring you to have sex or performsexual acts you're not comfortable with
09
02
expressing extreme jealousy of your friends or time spent away from them
attempting to get you underthe influence / be unlike yourself
10
03
being controlling, preventing youfrom enjoying yourself
intimidating you through threatening looks or actions
11
04
preventing or discouraging youfrom spending time with others
insulting your parenting or threatening to hurt those you love
12
05
insulting, demeaning, and shamingyou in front of others
threatening violence / intimidating you with weapons
06
13
preventing you from making your own decisions
destroying your belongingsor your home
14
07
controlling finances without discussion, taking money, or not providing money for necessary expenses
gaslighting you or makingyou question reality
what is a safety plan?
how can having on be essential in an emergency?
next
continue
continue
start
a safety plan is a personalized, practical plan to improve your safety and well-being when experiencing with abuse, preparing to leave an abusive situation, or after you've left
safety plans encompass vital information adapted to your unique situation, equipping you with the necessary tools to help you prepare and respond effectively in various different scenarios
developing a well-thought-out safety plan in advance can help protect yourself and others in high-stress and overwhelming circumstances
what are the benefits?
how can having on be essential in an emergency?
finish
continue
start
safety plans empower you to confide in your trusted support network and provide guidence on communicating your situation to your friends and family, coping with emotions, and includes various resources tailored to your individual needs, ensuring you have access to the appropriate support systems and services.
some of the preparations for a safety plan might seem obvious and straightforward, but it can be hard to think rationally and make logical decisions during moments of crisis developing a well-thought-out safety plan in advance can help protect yourself and others in high-stress and overwhelming circumstances
methods to stay safe
in an abusive relationship
identify your partner's level of force
assess the risk or danger to yourself and others before it occurs
document abusive behaviors
keep a record of abuse including dates, times, and other details
identify safe places
familiarize yourself with safe places you can go to
tell someone you trust
have someone you can reach out to for support
prepare an excuse
have an excuse ready in case you need to get away quickly
if leaving is your best option
steps to leave the person hurting you
plan a destination
shelter with someone you know or locate a domestic violence shelter
determine the best way to get your children out
decide how to get your children out safely and quickly
figure out how to leave quickly
have an escape plan
plan a route
plan safe and unpredictable routes, have a backup route as well
make an escape bag
pack a bag with the essentials, hide it well
need help now?
we're here for you | click phone numbers to call immediately
national domestic violence hotline: 1.800.799.SAFE [7233]
national domestic violence text line: text "START" to 88788
span emergency confidential shelter or other services: 1.303.444.2424
find shelters for domestic violence near you: domesticshelters.org
sources
click numbers for direct links
01
what is a safety plan?thehotline.org/what-is-a-safety-plan
02
signs of an abusive relationshipthehotline.org/identify-abuse/domestic-abuse-warning-signs
03
what do you need?rainn.org/articles/safety-planning
04
methods to stay safethehotline.org/resources/safety-planning-while-living-with-an-abusive-partner
05
making a safety planthehotline.org/plan-for-safety/create-your-personal-safety-plan/#gf_1
06
support + resourcesthehotline.org
complete
lesson learned! by: tiger
identifying your partners' level of force
determining your partners'level of force can help you assess the risks and threats to yourself and others before they occur
documentingabusive behaviors
keeping a detailed record of abuse can be helpful in understanding patterns of abuse and may be useful if you decide to obtain protection through the legal system
document abusive phone calls, voicemails, and text messages. keep any material that is threatening or harassing. record names of people who witness abusive incidients
even if you do not decide to report right away, the documentation can help protect you from your abuser in the future
figuring out an escape plan
figure out how to get out quickly and efficiently, minimize delays by keeping escape supplies handy, children trained in escaping, and a soldified method of escaping
preparing an excuse
create several excuses for leaving at different times and situations. have these ready when feeling threatened or in danger in order to get away more quickly
next
tellingsomeone
have someone you trust who you can reach out to for support, having someone who will respond in a crisis if you need their help is crucial. being able to lean on a support network is essential for safety and recovery
planning a route
plan a safe and unpredictable route. if you are driving have a full tank of gas at all times. if taking public transportation be aware of transit schedules and routes.
getting yourchildren out safely
plan an escape route for your children, separate, or with you. practice ahead of time to help build muscle memory
making anescape bag
pack a bag that includes important papers and documents, such as your birth certificate, license, passport, social security card, cash, prescriptions, keys, and credit cards
do you best to keep the bag well hidden, if discovered, call it a "hurricane bag" or "fire bag"
finish
planning adestination
determine a safe place to shelter, consider staying with a friend or family members house if possible. additionally, gather contact information of domestic violence shelters near you
identifying safe places
learn more about the safe places around you, learn the routes and memorize the routes. find out more about the domestic violence service providers in your area and supports they offer