Plan for Safety When Preparing to Leave

Leave money and an extra set of keys, and copies of important documents with a neighbor, nearby friend or family member so that you can leave quickly.
Leave extra clothes with a nearby friend of neighbor in case you must leave quickly.
Open a checking or savings account in your name to increase your independence.
Memorize the domestic violence 24 hour crisis number for Pershing County (775) 442-1353 or (775) 442-1037.
Memorize the natrional domestic violence 24 hour crisis number (800) 799-7233
Keep a prepaid cell phone ready, this can be used on wifi.
Avoid making calls from your home phone that would display the numbers you have called.
Decide on an escape plan and rehearse this plan. If you have children, practice with your children.

Plan for safety - steps