The Predator Next Door…Protect Your Children from Predators at Home, at School, and Online

Your child’s coach. Your neighbor. A volunteer at your child’s school. He could be any of these and he could be watching your child, warming you and your family up to trust him, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. In Darlene’s case, he was her husband and a well–known, trusted member of the community.

Darlene passionately presents parents, school personnel and childcare providers with insightful stories and critical strategies to protect children. This is a “must have” presentation for schools, churches, parent organizations — anyone who works with children. It includes vital takeaways compiled from Darlene’s personal experience and psychological training, plus law enforcement and children’s advocacy organizations. Concerned adults will learn:

  • How to identify potential predators
  • How to empower children at any age to protect themselves from predators
  • Critical guidelines that everyone who spends time with children should follow
  • The do’s and don’ts for children in our high tech society
  • How to be a High Touch Parent and create a communication comfort zone between you and your child
  • Helpful resources


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