Use this parenting checklist to help you organize what needs to be done and what your teen needs to know before you begin to leave them home alone.
Our teen knows:
____ Who to call in case of an emergency
____ Who to call in case of a non-emergency
____ How to use stove, microwave, dishwasher
____ Chores and other expectations to be completed(listed on a separate sheet of paper)
____ Allotted television time:___________________
____ Allotted phone time:___________________
____ Allotted video game time:___________________
____ Basic first aid
____ Routine to be followed (listed on a separate sheet of paper)
____ Rules for people being allowed to come over(listed on a separate sheet of paper)
____ Rules for going outside of the house(listed on a separate sheet of paper)
____ How to leave a phone message
____ How to ignore someone at the door
____ The consequences for not following through with your expectations(listed on a separate sheet of paper)
Teens Home Alone FAQ:
At what age is it okay to leave my teen home alone after school?
At what age is it okay to leave my teen home alone overnight?
My teen is going to be home alone this summer. What can I do?
We are going away and do not want to leave our teen home alone. What should we do?
We've heard our teen is planning a party in our home while we are going to be away. What should we do?
Our teen had a party while we were away and there was underage drinking. What should we do?
More:
Tips for Parents of Teens Who Stay Home Alone
Parenting Quiz - Is Your Teen Ready to Stay Home Alone?
Parenting Teens Contracts: Staying Home Alone While Parents Are Away
Parenting Teens Contracts: Staying Home Alone After School
Printable Emergency Numbers List
