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Safety Planning

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Connect with resources that offer support, guidance, and tools to strengthen Military Families. 

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Workshops and Classes

Participate in classes on stress, anger, and communication to strengthen coping and resilience. 

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A plan can save your life.

Leaving an abusive relationship can be dangerous, but planning ahead can make it safer. Advocates can help you create a safety plan that covers home, work, and online life.

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Common steps include

  • Identifying quick exits
  • Keeping a “go bag” with important items
  • Creating a code word for children or neighbors to signal danger
  • Adjusting daily routines, phone privacy settings, or social media use as needed

Even small steps can make a big difference.

Safety Education
 

Expect Respect (Dating Violence Prevention)

This educational class is for units, teens, parents, school counselors, youth service agencies, and family members. Topics include:  Dating Rights/Responsibilities, Communicating Assertively, Jealousy, Dating Pressures, Building Healthy Relationships, Abuse and Respect. Classes are available upon request. +1 (254)618-7586 or +1 (254)288-2092.

Save-A-Tot / Boost-A-Youth Program Carseat Safety Inspection

A program designed to educate military parents on child car seat safety. Resource packets are distributed and parents engage in “hands-on” exercises with trained technicians as seats are installed and safety checks administered. The service is open to all military ID card holders by appointment only. Classes are available upon request. Children must be present during the safety check. Exchanges or free car seats are not issued as a part of the program. +1 (254)287-6505+1 (254)288-2092 or +1 (254)287-1763.

Child Safety

Educational training presented to address child safety:  internet safety, personal awareness, identification kits, environmental safety, peer and adult support/influence, high risk behaviors, communication skills, danger signs, and exploitation. +1 (254)287-1763 or +1 (254)288-2092

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