English • Español • Haitian Creole • Français Ensuring Your Safety (Creating a Safety Plan) Below are a few suggestions for increasing safety if you are involved in an abusive solution. To arrange a personalized safety plan, Call RESPOND, Inc.’s 24-hour Hotline at 617-625-5900 for more information and referrals. While in an abusive situation you can… Try to stay in an area away from weapons or dangerous objects. Be aware of closest exits and telephones Teach your children what to do in case of an emergency Think of a code word to use with a friend, relative, or neighbor if you want them to call 911 for you Plan where to go in a crisis Leave money, copies of keys, medication, identification, medications, school and financial records with someone you trust in case you need to leave quickly. Call RESPOND at 617-623-5900 or 781-324-2221. Leaving an abusive situation can be very dangerous. Plan for your safety and trust your instincts. If you have left an abusive situation…. Change or vary your daily routine Ask a roommate or co-worker to screen your calls Tell trusted neighbors or co-workers what to do if they see your batterer nearby Consider filing a restraining order or taking other legal options

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