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SAFE COMMUNITIES KITAbusive Or ObscenePhone CallsThe best way to deal with an abusive or obscenephone call is simply to hang up. If the calls continue,here are simple and effective ways to deal with them:Record the date and time of the call, and then havethe call traced by dialing * 57 (a service provided by BCTEL in most areas of the province) immediately after youhang up. The caller’s number, your number and thetime of the call are recorded by the phone company.After tracing three calls, contact the local police.Telephone call information will only be released to thepolice.Ask your phone company about services like callname and number display and *69 call return, whichcan also help you identify the caller.Safety In PersonalRelationshipsAbuse can be physical, sexual, emotional,psychological or verbal. Any type of abuse is harmfulbut some, like assault, are crimes; even whencommitted by a family member or someone you know.If you are assaulted, get help immediately. Call 9-1-1 oryour local emergency number or go directly to the policeor hospital.If you are concerned about your safety or if you havebeen a victim of an assault or any other crime, you cancall the Victim Information Line at 1-800-563-0808 forinformation about help available in your community.Violence AgainstWomenViolence against women in relationships is not aprivate, family matter.Assault and stalking are crimes. If you are beingassaulted or harassed call the Police.To keep you and your children safe, have a safety planwhether you’ve decided to leave or stay in yourrelationship.8
WORKING TOGETHER FOR SAFE COMMUNITIESMemorize the telephone number of a transitionhouse or safe home for women, and plan where youcan or will go if you decide to leave.Seniors’ SafetySeniors can sometimes feel vulnerable, especiallysince con artists often target them. If you have elderlyneighbours, get to know them and keep an eye out forthem. If you see anything that worries you, call thepolice.Lock up; even if you’re at home or just stepping outfor a moment. Keep valuables in a safety deposit box.Be particularly wary of anyone offering bargains orprizes over the phone. Many con artists use the phoneto reach seniors. If you belong to a senior activity centreor social club, ask them to get the police or otherexperts to speak to you on crime prevention.Never keep large amounts of money on your personor in your home. It is safer in a bank. Only withdrawenough money to meet your immediate needs. Pay billswith cheques, credit cards or debit cards, or useAutomated Teller Machines (ATMs) or telephonebanking.9
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