My Safety Plan Checklist

1: Immediate Safety 

• This is for staying safe in the moment

• Have you done this:

  • [ ] I have identified two "low-risk" rooms with exits (avoiding kitchens/bathrooms).

  • [ ] I have shared my "Code Word" with [Name] and [Name].

  • [ ] My children know to go to [Safe Place] if they hear a loud argument.

• 2026 Tech Tip: Check your 'Emergency SOS' settings on your phone to see if you can trigger an alert silently by pressing the side button 5 times.

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2: The Digital Footprint (2026 Standards)

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• Securing Your Online Presence

• Make sure to do this:

  • Passwords: Change passwords for banking and email on a device I do not share.

  • Location: Disable "Find My" or "Location Sharing" on Google/Apple accounts.

  • Browsing: I will use Incognito/Private Mode for all safety-related searches.

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3: The "Go-Bag" (Packing List)

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• Preparation for Leaving

• Checklist Items:

  • Documents: Birth certificates, Social Security cards, Passports, Leases.

  • Money: Small amounts of cash hidden, or a separate bank account.

  • Essentials: Extra keys (car/house), medications (3-day supply), phone charger.

  • Sentiment: One small item for comfort (a photo or small toy for children).

• Safety Note: "Keep this bag at a trusted friend's house or hidden in a secure, reachable spot."

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4: Important Contacts & Disclosures

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• Your Lifeline Directory

• Make sure you have your emergency contacts ready:

  • Trusted Friend: [Name/Number]

  • Local Shelter: [Name/Number]

• Critical 2026 Disclosures:

  • AI Tracking: Be aware that smart home devices (cameras, speakers) may record conversations.

  • Legal: This document is a tool for your safety and does not constitute legal advice.

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Need Immediate Support?

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Help is available 24/7. You are not alone.

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• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233 or Text "START" to 88788

• Immediate Danger: Call or Text 911