A care package for a domestic violence survivor should be built with safety, dignity, and choice at the center. The goal is not to overwhelm someone with things. The goal is to offer practical comfort without taking control.
If you are supporting a survivor, remember that safety needs vary. Avoid assumptions, ask what is safe to send, and be careful with anything that could create risk if discovered.
Start with safety
- Ask whether receiving a package is safe.
- Use neutral packaging if needed.
- Do not include anything with language that could escalate danger.
- Let the survivor choose what support feels right.
- If immediate danger is present, contact local emergency services or a trusted domestic violence hotline.
Comfort items that can help
Soft, practical items can help someone feel human again: a warm compress, cozy socks, a water bottle, gentle toiletries, snacks, a notebook, grocery cards, transit cards, and a note that does not demand a response.
Stillnus pick
When choice is the safest gift
A gift card lets her choose what feels right for her body, timing, and safety.
When a gift card is better
For survivors, choice matters. A gift card may be better than a specific product if privacy, address safety, scent sensitivity, or timing is uncertain.
Stillnus and Laura’s House
A portion of every Stillnus purchase supports Laura’s House, a domestic violence resource center. Our hope is that each piece helps someone feel safe, seen, and loved, while also supporting care beyond the individual gift.
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