If you are a teenager in an abusive dating relationship or you are the parent of a children or teenagers who are exposed to an abusive environment, encouraging them to develop a youth safety plan is one of most important steps you can take to increase their safety. Remember, this plan should be used as a guide and reminder of ways you or your child can increase their safety. This plan should be hidden in a safe place where the abuser is unlikely to find it. It should also be reviewed and updated on a regular basis if the situation or living environment changes. To begin creating your safety plan, print (if safe to do so) and fill out the form(s) below as appropriate to your situation. Keep it in a safe place where the abuser is unlikely to find it and refer to it frequently to bring strength when you need it most.
The following plan is presented in Adobe Acrobat format. For a free Adobe Acrobat reader, click here.
What if I know someone else is a victim? What do I do? Whom should I call? What if I am wrong? Is it none of my business? Is it a personal family matter? All of these are valid questions.
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