Domestic Violence Resources and Information

Information for Women Experiencing Domestic Violence

Safety Planning:
Women and children are at increased risk for violence when they disclose abuse or leave the relationship. It is important to have a well developed safety plan. The following documents are meant to guide women through the process of making plans for their safety (courtesy of the PEEL Committee Against Women Abuse, 2006):

• Creating a Safer Environment
• Escape Plan
• Emotional Safety Plan
• Children’s Safety Plan

Domestic Violence BC Helpline: 1 800 563 0808

Domestic Violence BC Website: http://www.domesticviolencebc.ca/

Resources for People Supporting Women

Domestic Violence Resource Sheets:
Our staff have developed resource sheets to print out and refer to. In addition to local resources for families experiencing domestic abuse, they include helpful hints on how you can support people in your life who are experiencing violence. There are two versions – the first is designed for support professionals (e.g. social workers, staff at social service agencies, police, etc). The second handout offers additional resources specific to spiritual leaders.

• Domestic Violence Resources in Victoria – Support Professionals
• Domestic Violence Resources in Victoria – Spiritual Leader

Videos:

• Demystifying the Court Process
• Stalking and Domestic Violence
• Bullying leads to Domestic Violence