FAQ
Talking about personal safety can bring up lots of questions (and possibly anxiety) for parents. We also get lots of questions about P.E.A.C.E of Mind and what we do. If you still have a question, please feel free to contact us! We are here to help!
A: No. We try our best to work within your budget. Even though we are a non-profit and we donate our time, we still have basic expenses to cover. We rely on workshop fees to help us cover our expenses and help bring our workshops free of charge to our most vulnerable and at need populations. We also offer discounts to non-profits and schools that participate in the free and reduced lunch program. When you gather a group together.. the cost is usually about what you would spend at Starbucks. Contact us to learn more.
A: A predator will invest hundreds of hours grooming a child. Adults need to invest 2 hours of their time to learn how to protect them. You would not expect a young child to cross the street alone, so why would we expect them to defend themselves against predators alone? Children need to see and hear about safety from you. We help you learn the easiest and most effective ways to teach safety to your kids. Safety conversations happen over time and are not limited to one "big talk". By taking a parent workshop you will be taking charge of your family's safety!
A: No! We are proud to have a curriculum that is non-graphic and non-scary. We want every parent to leave our workshops feeling empowered over their family's safety, not scared of it.
A: No. Adults are responsible for the safety of children and we truly believe that safety needs to come from a parent or guardians. Children need caring grown ups to get involved, get safety training and help keep our communites most vulnerable citizens safe. We are dedicated to getting parents the tools they need to confidently talk to their kids about personal safety. Personal safety is an ongoing conversation. We cannot expect children to be soley in charge of protecting themselves against predators. Children are no match to protect themselves against a savvy, determined predator.
A: We offer specific tips and tools for parents of children ages 2-12. If you have older kids, we highly recommend taking a workshop offered by Larry Kaminer at
Personal Safety Training Group. Check out our parent resource page for more on Larry's workshops.
A: When children have a better understanding of how their bodies work the less likely they are to become victims of sexual abuse. If you are nervous about how to get started with "the talk" we cannot say enough good things about Amy Lang at Birds and Bees and Kids. She is terrific and her workshops will help you get all the tools you need to get started.
Q: Where are your workshops held?
A: We are mobile and we come to you! We have taught our workshops around the US and Canada. We also host workshops at varying locations around Puget Sound. Sign up for our Tips group and we will let you know when we are having a workshop in your area!
Q: Do you do staff training?
A: Yes! We offer a full staff and volunteer training program and we offer STARS training credits.
Q: How are you funded?
A: We rely on a combination of private donations, workshop fees and grants to help keep our programs going. We are 501 c 3 organization so if you make a donation to us, your gift is tax deductible! So if you want to make a donation that will truly help a local, hardworking charity, then look no further!
Q: What if I suspect abuse or need to seek help for an abused child?
A: If you suspect abuse or need help reporting abuse, please go to our links and resources page to find resources for agencies that can help you 24 hours a day.