Readiness checklist
Know emergency contacts, neighbors, and when to call 911.
Practice locking doors, using alarms, and safe kitchen use.
The purpose of a Home Alone Safety Workshop is to teach children how to stay safe, make smart choices, and respond confidently to emergencies when they are home without adult supervision.
Teach children how to stay safe, make smart choices, and handle common problems when home without adults.
Know emergency contacts, neighbors, and when to call 911.
Practice locking doors, using alarms, and safe kitchen use.
What to do if you lose keys, power goes out, or someone rings the door.
Set rules for screens, friends, and outdoor play.
Clean small cuts, use bandages, and when to seek help.
Parents set the final rules and should practice scenarios with children.
Do you come to our location in Bethesda?
Yes. We bring manikins, AED trainers, and all course materials to your site in Bethesda. All we need is an open floor area, power for a projector/AED trainer, and a nearby restroom.
How many people can attend?
We regularly train small teams of 6–12 and groups up to 25 in a single block. Larger groups are fine—we run rotations so everyone practices correctly.
What info should kids know before being home alone?
Emergency contacts, address, how to call 911, trusted neighbors, and the family plan for fire or severe weather.
Kitchen safety basics?
Use microwaves cautiously, keep handles turned inward, and never leave the stove unattended. Know how to use an extinguisher (PASS) and when to evacuate.
Dealing with strangers at the door?
Don’t open the door. Speak through the door or ignore. Never announce you’re alone; say a parent is busy and can’t come to the door.
“It went very well! The instructor was very informative and very helpful during the whole process! She was very thorough and seemed an expert in her field! We learned a lot especially the practice with the manikins!”