Even at a young age, children are capable of much more than we might believe, including the development of certain skills that could keep them safe in an emergency. As soon as your child is able to distinguish numbers, teach them how to dial 9-1-1 in case of an emergency. Go over safety exits and how to open or unlock doors and windows on the ground floor if they need to get out of the house. For more tips, request a copy of the VIRTUS® article, “Teaching Your Children Some Valuable Home Security Lessons” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know/. Read the VIRTUS® article: “Teaching Your Children Some Valuable Home Security Lessons” here.