Simple actions like practicing good hygiene, staying up to date on vaccinations, and staying home when sick, can help keep ...

Ohio does not have a specific law stating the minimum age a child can be left home alone. While Ohio has no minimum age, other states do, with Illinois being the highest at 14 years old. Parents ...

How old can kids stay home alone? When is it neglect or abandonment? Here's what Mississippi parents need to know about safety tips, what state law says ...

It is up to the parents to decide if their child is ready and capable of taking care of themselves for a few hours during the day. The recommended age for staying home alone is no younger than 12, ...