Kids and Teens

Teens Under Fire (TUF)

Teens Under Fire is a prevention/intervention program that takes a tough look at youth drug abuse, violence and crime by exposing teens, ages 12 – 18, to the harsh consequences that can result from high-risk decisions. For more information about the program or to refer your child to the TUF program, please call Mary Alice Baxter at 803-641-2421 or contact your child's school guidance counselor.

Home Alone

The Home Alone program is for children ages 8 to 11 and provides information about how they can care for themselves when they are home alone. Topics include:

• What to do in case of emergency
• How to handle boredom, fear and loneliness
• How to establish a personal support system

Instructor: A National Safety Council Instructor
Dates:

• May 4
• July 13

Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Location: Aiken Regional Medical Centers, 6th Floor, Classroom A&B
Registration: Required
Fee: $10

American Red Cross Babysitter Training

Students ages 11 to 15 learn about leadership, safety, basic care and first aid in order to provide safe, responsible care. Drinks provided.
Instructor: Helen Thompson, OBST, Certified American Red Cross Babysitting Instructor
Dates:

• June 6
• June 27
• July 18

Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Aiken Regional Medical Centers, 6th Floor, Classroom A
Registration: Required
Fee: $30, includes babysitting text and certificate