The Home Alone – Red Cross Stay Safe! program offers basic first aid and safety skills for children and youth 9-13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities.
Topics covered include:
- The importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself
- The importance of setting and following safety rules when on your own
- How to stay safe at home and within the community
- How to prepare for, recognize and respond to unexpected situations (e.g., inclement weather, strangers, and unanticipated visits)
- Basic first aid skills
Cost: $45
Ages: 9 years of age (or completion of Grade 3)
Fall/Winter Schedule:
- October 17 – YWCA St.Thomas-Elgin (register by Oct 2)
- November 21 – Aylmer Community Services (register by Nov 6)
- December 21 – Straffordville Public Library (register by Dec 4)
- January 15 – Belmont Public Library (register by Dec 31)
Spring/Summer Schedule:
- March 18, 2027 – YWCA St.Thomas-Elgin (register by Mar 5)
- April 24, 2027 – Rodney Public Library (register by April 9)
- June 4, 2027 – Belmont Public Library (register by May 21)
*Please call for late registrations. Please note: Programs will be available pending sufficient registration.
How to register
- ONLINE by clicking the REGISTER NOW button for the course you wish to register for.
- Call or visit us at one of our office locations during business hours