Trust Your Instincts.
- Trust your gut feeling, if something feels off or uncomfortable remove yourself from the situation.
- Seek help if needed.
- consider carrying personal safety items (pepper spray, whistles, alarms)
Know Your Limits.
- Be cautious with alcohol and substances, they can impair your judgement and make you more vulnerable.
- Keep an eye on your drinks.
Emergency Planning
- identify safe exits from your home (windows,elevators,or stairwells)
- Discuss your situation with a neighbor, friend or family and establish a code word to signal for help.
- know your local shelters, hotlines, and legal resources to access support quickly.
- Create a personalized safety plan to outline steps for leaving safely and maintaining security.
Support and Resources
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or TTY 1-800-787-3224
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-6564673 or online chat at https://hotline.rainn.org/online
- Haven of the Dan River Region hotline 434-483-5482 or 434-554-0605