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Safety

Teen's Guide To Safety Planning

Why Do I Need a Safety Plan?

Everyone deserves a relationship that is healthy, safe and supportive. If you are in a relationship that is hurting you, it is important for you to know that the abuse is not your fault. It is also important for you to start thinking of ways to keep yourself safe from the abuse, whether you decide to end the relationship or not. While you can’t control your partner’s abusive behavior, you can take action to keep yourself as safe as possible.

What Is a Safety Plan?

A safety plan has practical steps intended to lower your risk of being hurt by your abuser. It includes information specific to you and your life that will help keep you safe. A good safety plan helps you think through lifestyle changes
that will help keep you as safe as possible at school,
at home and other places that you go on a daily basis.

How Do I Make A Safety Plan?

Call the HAVEN office today so a trained advocate can walk you through a guided plan for your safety. Getting support from someone who has experience working with teenagers in abusive relationships is essential for your well-being.













The information found on this site is not to replace the one-on-one advocacy and services HAVEN provides. The visitor agrees not to hold HAVEN From Domestic Violence responsible for any damages that might result from using information provided on this site.

If you are in danger, call 911 immediately.

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