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Outsmart Scammers: Fighting Back Against Fraud

Scams come in many different shapes — identity theft, credit repair, smishing, phone crammers, online dating — but they all have the same goal: taking advantage of you. If you are targetted by a scammer, you might be taken for cash, or worse, you could be the victim of identity theft. Someone could get control of your personal information and if you are unaware, they could continue spending money in your name, open new accounts, ruin your credit and ruin your life.

Over 9 million Americans fall victim to some form of identity theft each year, so it’s important to make sure you are taking the proper precautions to be sure you are protecting yourself.

The AMW Safety Center is full of information to help you identify all types of scams. And if you happen to find yourself the victim of a scam, we have a lot of tips for what to do to help you regain control. Read More of Outsmart Scammers: Fighting Back Against Fraud »

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Choosing The Right Babysitter

On a seemingly normal day, mother Sandra Lopez had left her 3 children in the care of a family friend, Berny Figueroa. Sandra thought her to be trustworthy, but was unaware of Figueroa’s violent tendencies, which unfortunately turned deadly. A nightmare for any parent, Sandra is now forced to cope with the murder of her daughter, while Berny Figueroa remains at large.

Our children are our most precious resource, so it can be tough to find someone you trust to look after your kids when you can’t be around. When hiring a babysitter, you want to be sure you are leaving your kid in good hands. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most important criteria from Kids Health and the Red Cross that you should consider both in choosing your babysitter, and in making sure they’re prepared for an emergency while looking after your kids. Read More of Choosing The Right Babysitter »

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Back-To-School Safety Tool Kit

Back To School Safety Tool Kit

Now that summer vacation is coming to a close, parents everywhere are getting their kids ready to go back to school. As you prepare your kids with school supplies and new gear, you also want to make sure they are equipped with some important health and safety tips to help them stay on guard throughout the school year.

The AMW Safety Center features some great tips for both kids and parents to help build awareness and street smarts. As we’ve stated a number of times, prevention is your greatest defense against trouble. You won’t always be around to keep your kids safe, so taking a moment to go over some of this information with your children ahead of time can go a long way towards making sure your they make the right choices when they are faced with a split second decision down the line. Read More of Back-To-School Safety Tool Kit »

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Healing The Victims Of Child Sexual Abuse

Child sexual abuse is one of the most poignant forms of abuse, and it’s a crime that affects the entire family. There are several symptoms that could raise a flag signaling abuse, and recognizing these signs could help you save a child.

If you notice unexplained illnesses and injuries, or if a child begins to withdraw, become fearful or lose self confidence, these are all signs that a child could be being abused.

Check out the National Center for Victims of Crime for more tips on identifying an abused child, and for a wealth of resources available to help victims deal with the pain.

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Giving Back To Your Community To Help Fight Crime

Earlier this month, communities all over the country organized events around National Night Out to help reinforce a relationship between neighbors and law enforcement.

But you don’t have to wait until next year to bring your neighborhood together. This summer, President Obama called on all Americans to dedicate some of their time to serving their community. There is still plenty of time for you to get involved and volunteer some of your time toward empowering your neighborhood against crime.

There are countless activities you can get involved in that bring people in your community together and that can send a message to criminals. Starting a neighborhood watch, volunteering you time to graffiti removal and litter pick up, or setting up community activities that kids can get involved in are a few of the many activities that contribute to cleaning up a neighborhood. Read More of Giving Back To Your Community To Help Fight Crime »



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