According to Florida Department of Children and Families and the national SAFE Kids Campaign, children under the age of 12 ...

Only 14 out of 50 states have legal age restrictions for children left at home alone, many of which are just guidelines, according to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, a federal service of ...

The research abstract, "Social Workers' Determination of When a Child Being Left Home Alone Constitutes Child Neglect," will be presented on Monday, Oct. 28 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

Only 14 out of 50 states have legal age restrictions for children left at home alone, many of which are just guidelines, according to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, a federal service of ...

When leaving children home alone it is best to do so gradually — first 5 minutes, then 10 minutes and so on. The following are Judy Krysik's questions to consider before leaving a child home alone: ...

Being trusted to stay home alone can be a positive experience for a child who is mature and well prepared." Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning.

What is the legal age to stay home alone by state? Only 14 out of 50 states have legal age restrictions for children left at home alone, many of which are just guidelines, according to the Child ...