Safe Homes Network is a nationally recognized voluntary peer parent/guardian support network with the goal of enhancing the safety net for youth and reducing the toll of underage drinking and use of drugs. In signing a voluntary pledge, participating parents elect to take an active role in minimizing the influence of alcohol and drugs on youth in their homes and to be available to other parents via a Safe Homes Network directory. In addition to enhancing youth safety CATS Safe Homes Network is also committed to educating parents about current laws and policy such as the State of New Hampshire's party host liability law, RSA 644:18 Facilitating a Drug or Underage Alcohol House Party. This law holds "hosts" of parties responsible for the actions of underage participants and can result in fines and/or jail time. Safe Homes Network is currently offered to residents of Chester, Derry and Hampstead.
