SEMO Safe House
What are the 3 locations of the Safe House of Southeast Missouri?
Shelter, Outreach Office, and Thrift Store
What is another name for a "red flag"?
Warning Sign
When should you establish your boundaries in a dating relationship?
Be clear from the beginning.
Name 2 examples of Financial Abuse.
Up to Miss Katie's discretion.
True or False: Only women can be victims of domestic violence.
False.
True or False: The Safe House of Southeast Missouri does not serve men.
False
Spot the RED FLAG: My boyfriend Eric and I just started dating last month. So far, things have been great! I really like him and I can tell that he really likes me because any time I am talking to another guy he comes up and makes it known that he is my boyfriend. Sometimes he gets mad at me for talking to other guys, but I just have to tell him over and over how he is the only guy for me. I even gave him my social media passwords to make him feel more confident.
Getting mad for you talking to other guys.
Getting upset and taking it out on you.
Jealousy.
Getting your passwords.
What should you do if your partner does not consent?
Accept their answer OR stop what you are doing
What is gaslighting?
Who is Miss Katie's favorite musical artist or band?
Ozzy Osbourne
What is the name of the Safe House support animal?
Tucker
True of False: A dating partner has every right to demand your location.
False
When can you revoke consent?
AT ANY TIME YOU WANT
What are the 3 main types of abuse?
Physical (Sexual)
Verbal (Mental/Emotional)
Financial
What day of the year are the most calls made to abuse hotlines?
Superbowl Sunday
How can you contact the Safe House?
Calling the hotline, texting the text line, walk in to outreach, or social media/website.
What can you do if you start to notice red flags in your relationship?
Have a discussion with your dating partner about the behaviors.
OR
End the Relationship
Ashley and Kevin have been flirting at school a lot. One day after school Kevin invited Ashley to his house while his parents were still at work. Ashley was excited and agreed to go to Kevin's. When they got there, Kevin asked Ashley if he could kiss her. Although she felt embarrassed, Ashley wanted Kevin to kiss her so she said yes. They began kissing, but then Kevin put his hand under Ashley's shirt. Ashley pushed his hands away and said she did not want him to do that. Ashley said she liked kissing him, but that she did not want to do anything else. Kevin stopped trying to put his hand under Ashley's shirt.
Did Kevin get consent from Ashley?
Was his response appropriate?
Yes to kiss her, but not to put his hand under her shirt.
Yes, he respected her boundary and stopped.
Give 2 examples of why people might stay in an abusive relationship.
Up to Miss Katie's discretion.
How many times does it take on average for a victim of abuse to leave the abusive relationship for good?
7 times on average
What 5 services are offered through the Safe House at both the Outreach office and Shelter?
1. Case Management
2. Court Advocacy
3. Individual Counseling
4. Support Groups
5. Substance Abuse Advocacy
Which is NOT an example of a Red Flag:
Demands Passwords
"Love bombing"
Demands location
"All of my exes are crazy"
Likes to hang out with friends a lot
Likes to hang out with friends a lot
What are the 5 "Must Haves" for consent?
Must be Voluntary
Must be Informed
Must have the capacity to make decision
Must be Ongoing
You are allowed to revoke consent at ANY TIME
What should you do if you are being abused?
Confide in a trusted adult.
What does S.A.F.E. stand for in the Safe Skills for building equal power through communication?
Stay Calm
Ask Questions
Find out Feelings
Exchange ideas for a possible solution