Women's shelter
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A women's shelter is a place of temporary refuge and support for women escaping violent or abusive situations, such as rape and domestic violence.
Having the ability to leave a situation of violence is valuable for those who are under attack. Such situations frequently involve an imbalance of power that limits the victim's financial options. The most dangerous time for a domestic violence sufferer is on the point of exit. A person in a domestic violence situation should create an exit safety plan, to leave the situation in a safe manner.
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See also
- Refuge, United Kingdom anti-domestic violence charity
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