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How long with the child be home alone? Will it be for half an hour while mom or dad runs to the store? For a couple of hours every day after school?
These questions can help parents and children decide if staying home alone is safe for a specific child in a specific situation. A 10-year-old may be ready to stay alone for an hour on a Saturday morning, but not ready to take care of him or herself and a younger brother or sister every afternoon for two hours before a parent comes home.
For additional information concerning this topic call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 675-3619.
Information provided by Dr. Rick Peterson, Extension Patenting Specialist, Family and Child Development, Virginia Tech at 540-231-8997. Virginia Cooperative Extension programs are open to all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status, national origin, disability, or politician affiliation.,
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