Block Parent® Program of Canada

MEDIA ROOM
PAGES FOR KIDS
PROGRAM LOCATIONS
CONTACT US

Seniors and Block Parents...
People Helping People
For over 40 years, the Block Parent® Program has been helping to make our communities safer. Police, government departments, educators, sponsors and volunteers support the Block Parent® goal of providing safer communities. The Block Parent® sign is a symbol of safety and the people who display the Block Parent® sign are responsible, community minded citizens who are screened by the police and are trained to extend a helping hand.

We'll be there for you.
While the Block Parent® Program was primarily designed for children, our network of safe homes can also be used by seniors in times of distress. Block Parent® can summon police, fire department, medical services or other agencies to help you. If you feel ill, vulnerable, distressed or lost while in your community - or elsewhere - simply look for a house displaying the red and white Block Parent® sign.

You can help too.
If you would like to help make your community safer, become a Block Parent. Our volunteers also assist in school presentations, participate in different local activities and assist local Block Parent® Committees in a number of valuable community initiatives. As a Block Parents are not required to admit anyone into their home. If someone needs your help, you can safely communicate through a locked door to get the information you need to offer assistance. You'll help them and you'll be safe too!.

Keeping safe!
Always walk in well-lit areas...walking with a companion is safer.

Walk with confidence and be aware of your surroundings - look for the Block Parent® sign!
Carry identification with you at all times.
Keep your doors locked at all times.
Never display large sums of money in public.
Report all suspicious activity to the police.
Never open your door to a stranger until you are satisfied with their identity and the purpose of their visit.
Get to know your neighbours.