Safety planning

If you’re feeling unsafe, threatened or afraid of your partner or family member, creating a safety plan can help:

If you are at risk of immediate harm call 999. Try to leave the property, go to a neighbour or into a public space.
Keep your phone charged, or your charger to hand.
Keep money aside for transport or emergency accommodation.
Teach your children how and when to call 999 and what to say, i.e. name and address.
Consider leaving some personal belongings, including any medication, with a trusted friend
Keep important documents such as birth/marriage certificates, immigration papers, bank details or benefit information in a safe place, or give copies to a trusted friend
Be careful not to leave clues about your plans
Identify someone you trust (family member/employer/friend) to check in with you and agree a code word; should you need to use it, it means you are unsafe and need assistance.