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Safety Planning

Things to consider if you are in a violent relationship

  1. When an argument occurs avoid rooms with no exits (bathroom) or rooms with weapons (kitchen).
  2. Make a list of safe people to contact.
  3. Keep your cell phone on you.
  4. Memorize all important numbers.
  5. Establish a code word to use with friends when you're in danger.
  6. Think about what you will say to your partner if they become violent.
  7. Remember you have the right to live without fear and violence.
  8. Keep copies of important documents at a safe place (e.g. your friend's house).
  9. Keep a bag of belongings stored at a friend's house.
  10. ​Take any medications with you if fleeing.

Things to consider after leaving a violent relationship

  1. Change your phone number.
  2. Screen calls.
  3. Save and document all contact, messages, injuries or other incidents involving the abuser.
  4. Change locks if the abuser has a key.
  5. Avoid staying alone.
  6. Plan how to get away from confrontations.
  7. Meet the abuser in public if you must (for example, for child visitation).
  8. Vary your routine.
  9. Notify school and work contacts that you may be at risk from the abuser.
  10. Call the Help Line at (250) 627-8588.

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  • Home
    • Mission Statement
    • Code of Ethics
  • Programs
    • Transition House
    • Counselling Programs
    • Housing Programs
    • Addictions Programs
    • Advocacy Programs
  • Events
  • Groups
  • Abuse
    • Types of Abuse
    • Cycle of Abuse
    • Consent Explain (Video)
    • Rape Culture
    • Safety Planning
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • Highway of Tears Art
  • Acknowledgments
  • Donate