Development of Living Skills

The Development of Living Skills (DLS) program is a comprehensive educational intervention system designed for families at risk for child abuse and neglect.

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Can I Leave My Child Home Alone?
Can I Leave My Child Home Alone?
As the school year comes to a close, many parents are faced with the task of finding child care for the summer or deciding if they should take a chance and let their children stay home alone for the first time. Whether for a few minutes or a few hours, all parents will face the dilemma - is my child old enough to stay home alone? Many state or local laws, do not list a specific minimum age. Instead, like the Ohio Revised Code, they say that parents are responsible for providing proper care and supervision for their children. So, the real question isn’t so much one of age, but one of your child’s maturity and readiness, and your ability to plan for safety, emergencies and activities.
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Playing Towards Fitness: Let Them Get Dirty!
One of the most concerning health related issues facing children today is the rise of childhood obesity. In fact, statistics say that one out of five children is considered overweight. Since 1980, the rates of childhood obesity have doubled and teenage obesity has tripled. In our hectic lives, we often look for convenience foods or fast foods that are not always the best nutritional choices. Another factor leading to the increase in childhood obesity is the lack of physical activity. The bottom line however, is that our children and families are consuming too many calories and are not physically active enough. As a result, more and more people develop chronic diseases such as diabetes which will affect their overall quality of life.
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