Though many parents try to do the right thing for their kids when purchasing a child safety seat, many don’t buy the right size seat or install the seat properly.  This puts the child in the same danger as having no seat at all.  Therefore, it’s a good idea to purchase the seat from a store that will allow you to take the seat to your car and have it installed.  This ensures that the seat is safe and is right for your child. Continue reading Child Passenger Seat Safety: Step-by-Step »

This time of year, as students are heading off to college, their safety weighs heavily on the minds of many of their parents. September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month, and it’s a perfect opportunity for parents and students to educate themselves about some of the potential dangers that exist on campuses.

September is the most dangerous month for college students. With so many opportunities for meeting new people and new friends at parties and events, this time of year is also known as “The Red Zone,” named for the high incidence of sexual assault and violent crime that occurs during this period. According to Security on Campus, when students let their guard down or are drinking and among strangers, students are at their most vulnerable to a violent campus crime: 95% of these violent campus crimes are alcohol- or drug-related. Continue reading Raising Awareness Of “The Red Zone” On Campus »

A terrorist attack could happen at any time, and could take many forms: a bomb threat or bombing, a hijacking, or cyber attack are all possible scenarios. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) warns that typical targets for terrorist acts are government facilities, international airports, major cities and landmarks, to name a few. Will you know what to do if an attack happens near you? During a terrorist attack you will need to rely on first responders for direction, but you can also prepare just as you would for other emergencies. Here are a few tips from FEMA to help you and your family be ready. Continue reading Are You Prepared In Case Of A Terrorist Attack? »

Lisa M.: I have been interested in starting a neighborhood watch. There are many around here, but they all stop before reaching our street. I’ve shared this idea with quite a few people, but they get very upset with me. They think that because I’m a single mom,  if I had neighborhood watch meetings in my apartment, some bad people might come to it and could hurt or steal from me.

JW: Neighborhood Watch groups are one of the most effective ways of fighting crime in your community, but I know that some people can be a little nervous about having meetings in their own homes. However, there are many different places that you can meet if you don’t want to use your home.  Think about contacting a community center, a school, a library, or maybe one of your neighbors who might want to volunteer their home. Continue reading Is It Safe For Me To Start A Neighborhood Watch In My Community? »