Best time: Oct. 20-31

Halloween Family Safety Plan

A simple trick-or-treat plan families can make together

Choose the route, check-in plan, pickup person, visibility gear and what kids should do if plans change - without making surveillance the default.

Keep it simple

A 10-minute family version

The goal is not a perfect system. It is fewer repeated questions, fewer last-minute surprises and a little more ownership across the family.

Try this family conversation

“What would make this week easier for everyone, and what is one thing each of us can own without being reminded?”