Planning for Safety: Yourself, Your Children, and Your Pets
Separating from an abusive partner can be one of the most dangerous times in an abusive relationship. Studies show that violence often escalates when a survivor attempts to leave.
Other times when danger may increase include:
- Child visitation exchanges
- After serving protection orders, divorce, or custody documents
- During court proceedings, DHS meetings, or other scheduled appointments
- At work, especially when working specific shifts
- When the abuser exhibits sudden changes in behavior
- If there is movement of a firearm
- When threats become detailed, specific, or include harm to you, your children, pets, or the abuser
Create your safety plan
The most effective safety plans are created with the help of a trained advocate who understands the dynamics of abuse and safety strategies.
You can start today by: Calling our 24-hour hotline at 800-400-0883. Visiting one of our four advocacy centers in Jay, Grove, Vinita, or Miami. Center locations are listed on our homepage.
