How can I stay safe at home?
Your safety is a priority.
How should I respond to danger?
"If there is a fight, stay away from the danger and never get into the middle of a fight. The best way you can help is by calling someone else, like a trusted adult, or in an emergency 000, for assistance" (WOAH, 2017).
*If you or someone you know is at serious risk of harm or injury, call 000 immediately.
If something feels wrong, it probably is....
It's important to trust your instincts and know that there are people who can help you. You do not have to experience this alone...
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A safety plan is a guide that can help you stay safe during a dangerous situation. For example, a safety plan might include: -Where to go if you need to leave home quickly (like a friend’s house or a safe place nearby) -Who to call for help (police, a trusted adult, or a support service) -What to pack in an emergency bag (ID, clothes, phone charger, medication, money, etc.) -How to stay safe if you can’t leave (like locking doors or hiding in a safe room) There are online safety plan checklists that you can fill in, but plans can often be tricky to make by yourself! It may be helpful to ask a trusted adult, teacher or counsellor for help making a plan that will help keep you safe.
Make a safety plan
How can I be prepared for danger?
Organise emergency contacts
If there is an emergency, knowing who you are going to call for help can save time and panic. For example, if you add an emergency contact or support person to a 'favourites' contact list, in an emergency it would be easy to locate their contact details for help.
Keep a spare key
If it is safe to do so, having a set of spare keys may allow you to access your home or car in the scenario where other keys have been taken or you cannot get inside the house.
In the event of an emergency, it can be helpful to know there is a safe space you can go to. For example, a safe place could be inside a locked room at home, at a neighbours house, a local shopping centre, a library, a cafe or even school. If you are fearful for your safety or the safety of another person in the home, once you are somewhere safe, you can call an emergency contact or 000 for help.
Find a safe space
