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1.
Identify a safe place. Determine who will be able to let you
stay with them or lend you some money. 2.
Have a bag packed and ready.
Keep it hidden but easy to get to – for instance, at the house of a
trusted friend or relative. 3.
Leave
money, an extra set of keys, copies of important documents, extra medicines and
clothes with someone you trust so you can leave quickly. (See
the Checklist of items to take with you. 4.
Get information about protective orders
from the House of Ruth, Domestic Violence Legal Clinic, your local police,
victim assistance or the court. 5.
Call any
battered women’s hotline .
They can
help you with support information and housing. 6. Remember - leaving your batterer is the most dangerous time. Review your safety plan as often as necessary so you know the safest way to leave. |
