What is the age at which a child may be safely left alone without adult supervision?
Age alone is not a very good indicator of a child’s maturity level. Some very mature 10-year-olds may be ready for self care while some 15-year-olds may not be ready due to emotional problems or behavioral difficulties. ยป Learn more Q: Someone called Child Protective Services and reported me for abusing/neglecting my child. The local department of social services is starting an investigation. Who can I contact for help and information? A: Local departments of social services are required to investigate all child protective services (CPS) complaints that meet the definition of child abuse or neglect. The CPS supervisor in your local department of social services can provide details of the investigation process.
