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PLEDGE!
SAFE HOMES Parents Network is a national effort to develop a community-wide coalition of
parents and other adults working together to implement the SAFE HOMES Parents Network
SAFE HOMES is a pledge-based, drug prevention program for parents/guardians of youth
in grades pre-kindergarten through 12. There is no cost for membership.

SAFE HOMES provides parents/guardians an opportunity to UNITE and communicate about
issues regarding their youth.

SAFE HOMES provides resources to parents/guardians to help send a clear message to all
youth that there will be NO USE of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs by youth in the
community.

THE SAFEHOMES PLEDGE
All expectations must be agreed upon in order to be a SAFE HOMES Parents Network member.
Please thoughtfully consider signing the following pledge for the safety and well-being of your
children.

Pledge Expectations of the SAFE HOMES Parents Network Members

I WILL actively supervise all gatherings of youth in my home or on my property

I WILL NOT allow the possession or use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs by youth in my home
or on my property.

I WILL set appropriate expectations and consequences for my child’s behavior.

I WILL KNOW...
where my children are,
whom they are with,
what they are doing,
when they are expected to return home,
what the consequences will be if rules are broken.

Two Important Facts!
Signing the SAFE HOMES Pledge is NOT a substitute for calling in advance to verify that an activity will be free from alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. Never be hesitant to call the adult in
charge.

The SAFE HOMES Pledge is NOT a legally binding contract, but rather a pledge agreement by all
parents involved.

How can I receive a directory?
You must sign the pledge to receive a directory.  Please fill out form on the left completely.  

How can I help recruit?
Just tell a parent or friend that will be willing to take the pledge!  Have them fill out the form and
then someone will contact them!
COMMUNICATE...
With your child
  • That being drug free is the
    "norm" in our home.
  • That there are clear,
    consistent "expectations" for
    their behavior.
  • What the "consequences" for
    actions will be.

With other parents
  • That our home is a safe,
    healthy, drug-free place for
    all youth.
  • That all gatherings for youth
    are actively supervised by
    responsible adults.
  • That we welcome a call or
    communication from all
    parents.

With other youth
  • That there will be no
    possession, serving, or use
    of alcohol, tobacco, or other
    drugs in our home or on our
    property.
  • That there will be regular
    contact with their parents.
  • That the "expectations" are
    the same for all SAFE
    HOMES Parents Network
    families.
FAMILY GUIDELINES...
  • Inform your children that you have joined
    the SAFE HOMES Parents Network.
  • Discuss with them why you believe this is
    important.
  • Know where your children are, whom
    they are with, what they are doing, and
    when they are expected to return home.
  • Know ahead of time WHAT the
    consequences will be if they are not
    where they agreed to be or are late
    returning home.
  • Be awake (or awakened) when they
    return home at night.
  • Let your children know where YOU will
    be.
  • Assure your children that they can
    phone you to be picked up wherever
    and whenever needed.
  • Get to know your children’s friends and
    their parents.
WITHOUT adult supervision (or any supervision) and that alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs are
commonly present.

Be aware that the use of alcohol has many dangerous consequences: loss of inhibitions,
suicide, sexual promiscuity, violence, crimes, and DEATH.

Both adults and young people need to know that alcohol is not to be equated with "fun" or
"party." This is an idea encouraged by the alcohol industry.

Parents need to support each other in hosting drug-free activities and encouraging young
people to attend drug-free events.
AS A HOST PARENT...
  • Encourage "by invitation
    only" activities.
  • Never permit "party
    crashers." Use a guest list.
  • Be a visible, active host. Tell
    guests who choose to leave
    the activity they may NOT
    return. Call the parents of
    youth who leave and inform
    them so they know you are
    no longer supervising their
    child.
  • NEVER allow anyone "under
    the influence" to leave
    (MUST be with an adult). Call
    the parents or police.
  • Call the host parent and
    introduce yourself.
  • Verify with the parent the
    occasion and location.
  • Check that there will be
    active, responsible, adult
    supervision at all times.
  • Verify that there will be NO
    alcohol, tobacco, or other
    drugs allowed, served,
    provided, or available at all.
  • If the activity seems
    inappropriate, express your
    concern to the parent and to
    your child; keep your child
    home and plan another
    activity, perhaps with the
    family.