Saturday 10th May, 2008


A Safety Plan

• Know where the nearest telephone is located.
• Know where refuge can be sought.
• Make a list of important and emergency numbers.
• Save money for bus or taxi fare.
• Have an extra set of keys to home and car.
• Pack an emergency bag - take enough clothes, including school uniforms and children’s favourite possessions.
• Consider when it is best to leave. Discuss it with the children. It is important to try to leave with all the children.
• Keep important documents together e.g. benefit books, medical cards, certificates, bank books, legal orders etc.
• Keep a note of the family’s essential medicines.

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