Safety Planning Upon Leaving
It may take weeks or months to carry out a plan to leave.
It is okay to ask for help from others. Make a list of people who are supportive to you now and who you can ask for support going forward. Some potential sources of support include
- Doctor
- Lawyer
- Police
- Employment (e.g., boss, coworkers)
- Counselors for you or your children
- Employment training
- Group counselling
- Recreation centre, social club, and/or hobby club
- Family
- Social services/social worker
- Transition house/shelter
- Food bank
- Church/faith community
- Spiritual leader¹