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Before staying home alone, whose number should a child have?

A trusted adult who is nearby and can help in person.

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  1. A trusted nearby adult ✔
  2. An online gamer
  3. A delivery driver

Why: A home-alone plan should include a trusted adult close enough to help in person if a parent cannot be reached.

Huh, didn't know that: AAP suggests posting the names and numbers of three neighbors or family members who live nearby.

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Answer: A trusted nearby adult. A home-alone plan should include a trusted adult close enough to help in person if a parent cannot be reached.

  1. HealthyChildren.org Safety at Home Alone www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Safe-at-Home-Alone.aspx
    that plan should ideally include an adult who is closer to home
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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