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Make a safety plan
Find out how to make a plan for your safety in case your situation becomes more dangerous.
WarningIf you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 now. If you're in danger but can't talk, make a silent 999 call.
Be prepared in case you need to leave home quickly
Safety planning is about developing a plan of action in case things get more dangerous and you feel you have to leave your home.
To be as safe as possible, you should:
- always carry a list of emergency numbers
- get an extra set of keys cut for your home and car
- keep your keys and a set of clothes for you and your children packed and ready
- leave your extra keys and clothes somewhere safe, such as with a trusted friend or relative
- keep birth certificates, benefit books, passports and other documents in a safe place, ready to take
- try to save a small amount of money for bus, train or taxi fares
If you have time to plan ahead
If you have a bit of time to plan, you should:
- leave when your partner is not around
- take all the children with you
- take all important legal papers and documents
- take any personal possessions with sentimental value
- take any medicines you or your children might need
- take clothing to last several days
- arrange for pets to be cared for