Beyond crowded malls, family safety extends to vehicles, shopping habits, and home security. Criminals often exploit holiday distractions, making these areas especially important. 

Crowds are a hallmark of the holiday season. Whether at a Christmas market, shopping mall, or holiday parade, families often find themselves shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers. While most people are harmless, these environments can be overwhelming and risky for children and elderly family members.

The holiday season brings joy, laughter, and gatherings of family and friends. Yet, it also brings larger crowds, heavier shopping traffic, and an increased risk of children or vulnerable loved ones becoming separated. In these moments, a clear family safety plan can mean the difference between panic and protection.

In this October webinar, Dave Young discussed how Patient Care Safety Monitors play a critical role in suicide prevention. The session focused on how these team members help identify early warning signs, maintain patient dignity during high-risk situations, and support clinical teams through consistent presence and effective communication. Presenters also shared practical strategies and...

If you’ve worked in a hospital emergency department, you know it’s a pressure cooker. Crowdedrooms. High-stakes decisions. Emotions running high. It’s no surprise that violence is a growingthreat in these environments—and yet, most hospital staff still feel unprepared for an activeshooter event.

That has to change.