Model Protocols on Safety Planning & Screening Practices for Domestic Violence Victims with Disabilities by Cathy Hoog, Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services for the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (Revised 2004)

These protocols were designed to help domestic violence programs in Washington State expand their advocacy practices to provide quality services to victims with disabilities. Note: The sample intake procedures are intended to be used with all victims, including those who do not necessarily disclose a disability. The goal of these documents is to create accessible programs for everyone.

Includes:

• Recommended Policy
• Recommended Procedures - Initial Contact and Crisis Intervention & Ongoing Provision of Domestic Violence Services
• Sample Screening Questions
• "Signing Documents When Physically Unable" (2003) by Northwest Justice Project

• Model Protocol on Screening Practices for Domestic Violence Victims with Disabilities
• Model Protocol on Safety Planning for Domestic Violence Victims with Disabilities

• Abuse and Women with Disabilities by Margaret Nosek & Carol Howland (February 1998)
• Safety Planning: A Guide for Individuals with Physical Disabilities by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)