Small steps
• Meet and greet your neighbors to generate a friendly environment.
• Get to know other parents in your neighborhood.
• Help families under stress by offering to babysit or run errands.
• Provide food to families in need.
• Volunteer at schools, libraries, community centers or other locations that offer children's activities.
• Talk with children one-on-one to develop a sense of connection.
• Report any concerns about a child being harmed to local county social services agency or the police.
Big steps