If you are leaving an abusive relationship, it is crucial to have a safety plan for you and your children and if you are currently living with someone who can be physically, emotionally, mentally and/or sexually abusive or if you have just left a violent situation then there may be a reason to be concerned about your safety.
Safety planning is necessary in those conditions, just like we plan for bad weather or earthquakes. The dangers of having an abusive partner, is that they know about your fears and insecurities, your habits and vulnerabilities. Having a safety plan gives confidence and can help reduce harm to you and your children.