Assign daily chores: Like feed the pet, clean own room/table or water the lawn before you get home Keep in contact: have your child call you when he gets home from school, and then call him as you’re leaving work Take help from neighbor: If you have a trustworthy neighbor, kindly ask her if she could keep an ear and eye open from time to time. Come home early, unannounced or Encourage and support after-school activities. Discuss the situation weekly