Panning for Safety
Your Path to Empowerment and Security

At Hope Haven, we understand that safety is paramount, especially for those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence. Planning for safety is an essential step towards regaining control over your life and ensuring your well-being. Our comprehensive approach focuses on providing you with the tools and resources you need to create a personalized safety plan that empowers you and supports your journey towards healing.

Personalized Safety Strategies: Every survivor's situation is unique. Our expert advocates work closely with you to understand your specific circumstances and develop a safety plan tailored to your needs. This plan may include steps to take during an emergency, ways to minimize risk, and strategies to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Covering All Aspects: A safety plan addresses various dimensions of your life – physical, emotional, financial, and more. It encompasses practical steps to ensure your immediate safety, such as identifying safe places to go, memorizing emergency contacts, and having essential documents at hand.

Building a Support Network: In addition to physical safety measures, a safety plan involves creating a network of support. Our team can help you connect with local resources, support groups, and advocates who are dedicated to assisting you on your journey. This network ensures that you don't have to face challenges alone.

Empowerment Through Knowledge: Understanding your rights, options, and available resources is a key aspect of planning for safety. We are here to provide you with information about legal protections, restraining orders, housing assistance, and other services that can contribute to your safety and well-being.

Your Journey, Your Choices: Planning for safety is about putting the power back in your hands. At Hope Haven, we believe in your strength and autonomy. We provide guidance and support, but ultimately, your safety plan is a reflection of your choices and decisions.
If you or someone you know is seeking to create a safety plan, remember that Hope Haven is here to assist you. Your safety matters, and we are dedicated to helping you navigate the path towards empowerment, security, and a life free from violence.

The following items are important to have when you leave, if possible:

• Social security, birth certificates, and other IDs
• Immunization records
• Public assistance cards/Medicaid cards
• Passports, green cards, work permits
• Money, checkbook, ATM cards, credit cards
• Medication and medical supplies
• Keys
• Car registration, insurance papers
• Divorce or separation papers
• Lease, rental agreement or house deed
• Car mortgage payment book
• Children’s toys, security blankets
• Your personal safety plan (if written down)