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| Safe online standards introduced by the Mental Health Coalition |
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| Officer Frankie shares some back to school safety tips |
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| Fall Safety Fest! scheduled for Sep 20 at Fletcher Field |
Teaching your children to be water smart is the first step in water safety – be sure they understand the importance of asking permission before going in or near the water.
When children swim, ensure they are actively supervised at all times. Teach your children that they should only swim in locations where a lifeguard is on duty, or where a responsible adult agrees to watch the children in the water without distractions.
Whether it’s bath time or taking a dip in a pool or waterfront, make sure your children are within arm’s reach at all times.
Children should not hold their breath for a prolonged amount of time while swimming, as this can be dangerous.
Inexperienced or non-swimmers should always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while in or around the water.
If a child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if a child is a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, children can help their friend without compromising their own safety.
Water safety isn’t just during swim time. Know the five layers of protection which include: barriers & alarms, supervision, water competency, life jackets and emergency preparation. You never know which layer will save a life.
Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR presents opportunities for us all to take greater responsibility for ourselves and others. The Hockomock Area YMCA offers lifeguard and CPR training programs with full certification. We also babysitting courses and first aid training. The Hockomock Y is offering lifeguard certification courses. Visit www.hockymca.org and select Register for Programs.
The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit www.hockymca.org/our-cause/
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| How to use parental controls to keep your kid safer online |
"Franklin Community,Most of you know me as the President of the Franklin Education Association. I'm also Chair of the Massachusetts PTA Health, Safety and Wellness Committee.THIS coming Thursday, April 3, from 5:30 -7pm at FHS, my committee is hosting a FREE Family Safety Awareness Forum about Online Safety and CyberBullying. Our doors open at 5:30 for child care, with the adult program running from 6-7pm. We have food for the kids and adults and activities for the kids. We're giving away an IPad as well.
Interent Safety event April 3 Please come learn how to identify online dangers and how to protect your kids and family."
FM #1416 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1416 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Donna Grady about the internet safety event coming up April 3. We recorded this talk in the Franklin TV Studios on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Most folks know of Donna as the Franklin Education Association (FEA) unit president and as a kindergarten at Keller, previously Jefferson, and teaching for over 35 years.
Donna has a new role as Chair of the MASS PTA Health & Wellness Committee. Wearing this hat, she heard of the grant opportunity to bring this program to Franklin and neighboring communities.
Parents with school age children are the target for this training/awareness. It is a free night with childcare and meals provided
The recording runs about 24 minutes. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1416-donna-grady-on-the-social-network-forum-apr-3-03-25-25/
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MASS PTA page -> https://www.massachusettspta.org/
MASS PTA Committees page -> https://www.massachusettspta.org/massachusetts-pta-committees/
Link to register for April 3 https://share.hsforms.com/2226Sv7n_QoyNDp00gcpumwgbr
Download a copy of the flyer as a reminder or to share ->
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1P7-y7T1nTm44l3WTh7SzD7ZWccJa4ce8/view?usp=drive_link
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This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
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The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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| MassDOT Safety: Halloween driving safety tips |
Drivers, whether you're driving or traveling by broomstick for #Halloween festivities, be extra careful in neighborhoods.
Kids are 2 times more likely to get hit on Halloween according to @NHTSAgov.
Always #DriveSober. Designate a sober driver, call a rideshare, or take @MBTA.
via Officer Frankie:
"The US Attorney’s Office is hosting a virtual internet safety presentation for parents.
The presentation will educate parents on the dangers children face on the internet and how to keep them safe online.
*Registration is required. Space is limited."
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| Are you a parent with kids spending time online? Safety training webinar could be for you! |
Hot & humid conditions are expected Tues-Fri. Take precautions to help prevent heat-related illnesses:
💧Stay hydrated
🏃Limit strenuous activity & time outdoors
🚗Never leave kids/pets in the car
📱Call 2-1-1 to find an available cooling center
More tips: https://t.co/d3m2ctuJ5I or -> https://www.mass.gov/info-details/extreme-heat-safety-tips
Shared from -> https://t.co/XpjQUOdRu2
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| MEMA shares Heat Safety Tips in advance of heat wave |
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| Hockomock Y |
Teaching your children to be water smart is the first step in water safety – be sure they understand the importance of asking permission before going in or near the water.
When children swim, ensure they are actively supervised at all times. Teach your children that they should only swim in locations where a lifeguard is on duty, or where a responsible adult agrees to watch the children in the water without distractions.
Whether it’s bath time or taking a dip in a pool or waterfront, make sure your children are within arm’s reach at all times.
Children should not hold their breath for a prolonged amount of time while swimming, as this can be dangerous.
Inexperienced or non-swimmers should always wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket while in or around the water.
If a child finds their friend in deep water unexpectedly, their natural reaction may be to jump in the water to try and save them. Even if a child is a great swimmer, a panicked person will overpower them, pulling the rescuer under water. The Y’s Safety Around Water program teaches the “reach, throw, don’t go” concept of using a long object to reach for them, and pull them to safety. By using this technique, children can help their friend without compromising their own safety.
Water safety isn’t just during swim time. Know the five layers of protection which include: barriers & alarms, supervision, water competency, life jackets and emergency preparation. You never know which layer will save a life.
Training in lifesaving skills such as lifeguarding and CPR presents opportunities for us all to take greater responsibility for ourselves and others. The Hockomock Area YMCA offers lifeguard and CPR training programs with full certification. We also babysitting courses and first aid training. The Hockomock Y is offering lifeguard certification courses in June at their branches in Foxboro and Franklin. Visit www.hockymca.org and select Register for Programs.
About Hockomock Area YMCA:The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit www.hockymca.org/our-cause/
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"Practice safe cooking this Thanksgiving and #standbyyourpan" https://t.co/jMcHIlCnUI
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| Franklin Fire shares reminder on safe cooking - "Stay by your Pan!" |
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| Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety' |
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| Not just for Newcomers . . . Franklin Newcomers and Friends Club - Meeting on May 3 - topic 'online safety' |
December is Safe Toys Month. Over 215,000 kids are treated for toy-related injuries in the U.S. every year.
Learn more: kidshealth.org/en/parents/safe-toys.html
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| https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/safe-toys.html |
August is Sun Safety Month. In the US, more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day
Learn about prevention: cancer.org/healthy/be-safe-in-sun
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| Franklin Health Department: August is Sun Safety Month |
"The DIA is offering Workplace Safety Grants of up to $25k to MA based businesses seeking to prevent or reduce workplace injuries. Employers covered by MA Workers’ Comp. Law may qualify. Email safety@mass.gov to start the application process. #SafetyGrantsMA"
More info online at https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-industrial-accidents
Shared via Twitter -> https://twitter.com/MassLWD/status/1554452462639190022
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| Workplace Safety Grants of up to $25k available for businesses |
A family fun day for all ages with games, activities, giveaways, informational tables, and a Touch-A-Truck!
Food donations accepted to benefit the United Way through the Norfolk County Central Labor Council.
Made possible through a generous grant from Save the Harbor/Save the Bay.
When: June 18, from 10 - 1 PM
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| Sheriff's Summer Safety Fest - Quincy - Merrymount Beach - Jun 18 |
