Your Safety Is Our Top Concern and You Don’t Have to Face This Alone!
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please take action now. At Lotus Rising, we’re here to provide the urgent support and resources you need to escape abuse and find safety. Your life matters, and there is always a path forward. Whether you’re ready to leave now or just need guidance, we are here to help.
Crisis Hotlines
If you are in crisis and need immediate support, please call one of the following hotlines. These resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and all communications are confidential.
National Domestic Violence Hotline:
• Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) – Available 24/7 to speak with a professional for confidential support, safety planning, and local resources.
• Text "START" to 88788 – Available for text support.
Local Domestic Violence Support:
• Call 1-702-385-2153 – Available for immediate assistance in the Henderson and Vegas Area, including shelter placement and legal support.
National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline:
• Call 1-866-331-9474 – Available 24/7 if you are a teenager or young adult in an abusive relationship, help is available.
Create a Safety Plan: Prepare for Your Escape
Planning for your safety is an essential step in escaping an abusive relationship. A safety plan is a personalized strategy that helps you prepare for the unexpected and ensure your safety when leaving is the safest option.
Here are some important steps to consider as you create your safety plan:
- Identify a moment when the abuser is not around, or when you can leave without raising suspicion.
- Make sure you have a safe place to go. This could be a trusted friend’s house, a shelter, or another safe location.
- Pack essentials: identification, important documents (e.g., birth certificates, passports), medications, and extra clothes. Keep this bag hidden but accessible.
- If you have children and/or pets, pack their necessities too.
- Establish a code word or phrase with a trusted friend or family member. When you say this word, they will know to call the authorities or help you escape.
- Make sure you know multiple ways to leave your home, especially if the abuser has control over one route.
- If you are worried about your calls or texts being monitored, use a trusted phone or a public phone to contact someone you trust.
- Use encrypted messaging apps (e.g., Signal, WhatsApp) that provide more privacy.
- Familiarize yourself with restraining orders and the legal processes available to protect you.