: Modern shelters are evolving to meet specific needs. For example, The Women's Safe House in St. Louis recently introduced "Pet Safe House" facilities, recognizing that many survivors delay leaving abusers because they cannot bring their pets.
In the real world, safe houses are essential sanctuaries for vulnerable populations.
: The 2012 film Safe House , starring Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds, follows a CIA rookie protecting a rogue agent in a Cape Town safe house.