HAVE A FUN AND SAFE HALLOWEEN! EVEN THE MOST FRIGHTENING GHOULS NEED TO BE CAREFUL
crossing, use crosswalks and traffic signals, cross streets on the corners, and never run across the street. Making eye contact with drivers before walking in front of their cars is also a good way to make sure the driver knows the child is there. CHOOSE SMART COSTUMES Halloween wouldn’t be Halloween without costumes! They should be fun, but you can also make them safer by following a few simple guidelines. Add reflective tape to candy bags and costumes and wear light colors to stand out in the dark. Buying or making the right-sized costumes is also important. If they’re too large, they create a tripping hazard, and if they’re too tight, they can restrict movement. If your child wears a mask, make sure they can see out of it properly. MAKE A PLAN Before heading out to trick or treat, create a plan and discuss it with every member of your family. This ensures that if someone in your group wanders off, they’ll know where to look for you or where to go. In case you’re separated, label your child’s costume with your name, address, and phone number. If your children are old enough to trick or treat without adults, make sure that their cellphones are charged and on them at all times, and schedule regular check-ins.
Happy Halloween, you goblins, ghouls, witches, and spooks! It’s that time of year again when kids and adults alike can dress up and roam the streets as their favorite heroes, frights, or princesses. While kids are eager to show off their outfits and fill their pillowcases with sugary treasures, it's crucial to be aware of the potential dangers on Halloween night. PRACTICE STREET SAFETY Make sure your kids understand basic road safety. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, “Children are more likely to be struck by a vehicle and killed during Halloween than any other day of the year.”
Before heading out for some good old-fashioned trick-or-treating, take the time to go over basic safety tips. Teach kids to look both ways before
CHRISTA’S SOUTHINGTON ROOTS
Christa, one of our orthodontic assistants at Team Demas, works directly with patients to make them feel comfortable while caring for their smiles. With 15 years of experience, she likes using her knowledge and skills every day to bring confidence to people’s lives. She also enjoys the team-oriented environment and great people she works with here. “I work with some amazing ladies,” Christa says. “We truly care about each other and really care about our patients. People sense that we’re like family here, and it’s true. I think all the time about what a great environment this is to work in.” In addition to working in Southington, Christa calls this neighborhood home. “I grew up here, and I know a lot of patients through family or friends. I enjoy this part of my job a lot — the interactions, being from here, and having that connection with patients,” Christa says. Christa has lived in the Southington area for most of her life. A short time living in Florida just confirmed how much she loves her home. She and her husband and son relocated to the southern state for a job opportunity. Christa says, “We ventured out. It’s a beautiful area,” but they soon realized Connecticut is where their hearts are. “We were homesick. We missed the seasons. This is home for us. This is where we want to be.”
friends, cooking, and traveling near and far. “We try to get outside and do different activities — day trips, going to the zoo,” Christa shares. “We’ve been to a few national parks. We took a road trip to Tennessee and saw the Smoky Mountains. They’re huge! It’s fascinating how big they are; the views are just beautiful. The road we went on looks over a cliff — it’s pretty intense!”
Christa and her family are looking forward to their next adventure, and in the meantime, they’re enjoying being right here — at home.
She and her family are now extra grateful for the seasons in Connecticut and the beautiful fall weather. They enjoy being outdoors, spending time with
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