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An Open Door for
Victims of Domestic Violence


 

 

 

 

  
 
 



Safety Planning

The most dangerous time for women, the time they are most likely to be injured or killed, is when they leave the abuser. A legal Order of Protection can be helpful, but it is not always enough to keep you safe.

There are steps you can take to increase your safety whether you leave or not. Thoughtful preparation of a personalized safety plan can help you be alert to the most common dangers and can provide you with a critical ‘edge’ if you are forced to leave.

Visit these links to learn more about the importance of safety planning:

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence - Getting Help: Safety Planning
Women’s Law Initiative: Safety Planning
Family Violence Prevention Fund – Predictors of Domestic Violence Homicide of Women
American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence: How An Abuser can Discover Your Internet Activities
 

 
 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Come join us for upcoming
"TWO DAYS OF GRACE" event
on June 13th and June 14th, 2008
For more information,
please visit upcoming events webpage.