The following excerpts were taken from a SAFEHOME brochure in Kansas City, MO.

Ten Things to Do If You Are in an Abusive Relationship

1. When violence occurs, if you are threatened or afraid, call 911.
   
   
2. Take your children and go to a safe place.
   
   
3. Go to the Emergency Room if injured.
   
   
4. Call a shelter hotline.
   
   
5. If leaving home, take important documents: birth certificates, bank, car & insurance documents, social security cards, picture ID.
   
   
6. Set aside extra cash in a safe place.
   
   
7. Hide an extra set of car and house keys outside or at a neighbor’s house.
   
   
8. Pack a set of clothes and shoes for you or your children and store with a friend or neighbor.
   
   
9. Obtain a Protection From Abuse order.
   
   
10. Know that you are not alone, and confidential affordable help is available.