Get help navigating daily life during and after abuse or assault. We can help you make a plan to keep yourself, your children, and your pets safer. To get support creating a personalized safety plan, please contact Doorways’ 24-hour hotline at 703-237-0881. If you are experiencing a life-threatening situation, please call 911.

Safety during and after abuse

A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan to improve your safety while experiencing abuse, preparing to leave an abusive situation, or after you leave. Learn more from the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

Safety after sexual assault

Safety planning is about brainstorming ways to stay safe that may also help reduce the risk of future harm. It can include planning for a future crisis, considering your options, and making decisions about your next steps. Learn more from RAINN.

Additional services

Explore more free services offered by Doorways, including counseling and court advocacy.