Links

CFCPA has compiled a list of useful websites that provide resources on a wide variety of crime prevention topics. The links on this page are not searchable. Please report broken links to webmaster@cfcpa.org.

Federal Agencies

• Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF)
• All about the DoD (Department of Defense)
• Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)
• Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS)
• Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS)
• Department of Homeland Security - Disaster Planning- Plan Ahead for Disasters.
• Disaster Assistance- The Disaster Assistance Improvement Program’s (DAIP) mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.
• DOJ Identity Theft and Fraud
• FBI Internet Fraud Complaint Center
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Federal Justice Statistics on the Web
• Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)
• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• FEDSTATS- One-Stop Shopping for Federal Statistics
• Interesting collection of links on Homeland Security
• Office of National Drug Control Policy
• Secret Service
• US Department of Education
• US Department of Justice
• US Postal Inspection Service
• US Violence Against Women Office

Florida Agencies

• Florida Crime Prevention Association
• Florida Crime Prevention Training Institute
• Florida Department of Law Enforcement
• Florida Division of Emergency Planning- Create plans, find resources for disaster planning and recovery in the State of Florida
• Florida Sheriff's Association
• Florida's Police Chiefs Association

Educational Resources

• AccreditedSchoolsOnline.org- Guidebook offers educational information on how to find the best degree programs.
• AffordableCollegesOnline.org- A resource for finding high quality colleges who offer programs in Criminal Justice.
• Building Trust In Law Enforcement- A FireScience study.
• Campus College Addiction Resources
• Careers in Addiction
• College Resources for Disabled Students- Best Colleges, Gov't Programs, Scholarships & Helpful Apps by Dealspotr.com
• Colorado Tech - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
• Criminal Justice Degrees
• Criminal Justice Programs - Best Value Schools
• CriminalJusticeDegree.net- A comprehensive review of Criminal Justice programs available both online and traditional - Over 40 college professors from different schools provided guidance to create a methodology for evaluating programs.
• CriminalJusticePrograms.com- Directory contains nationally accredited online Criminal Justice degree programs, over 1,800 schools.
• Degrees and Careers for Police Officers
• DiscoverCriminalJustice.com- A site dedicated to helping provide information and data to help make decisions with regard to choosing a criminal justice degree. The site provides information within criminal justice, including education, employment and career profiles.
• Financial Aid for Online Colleges
• FireScience- An online resource for providing two-year programs in the basics of emergency services, including fire personnel, first-response medical (EMTs and paramedics), police officers and federal agencies involved in emergencies and disasters.
• Florida Crime Prevention Training Institute
• G.R.E.A.T Gang Resistance Education and Training
• General Psychology Degrees
• GoGrad.org- A source for AFFORDABLE ONLINE GRADUATE PROGRAMS
• Grantham University- Offers a bachelors degree program in Criminal Justice
• Guide to Forensic Psychology Degrees
• Guide to Social Work Degrees
• Guidebook to Psychology and Mental Health Careers in Public Service
• JusticeDegrees.com- A comprehensive search engine designed for students who are interested in learning more about Criminal Justice programs around the country.
• Learn Psychology- An online resource dedicated to helping students explore career paths in Psychology and offering guide books to address mental health issues commonly faced by college students.
• Online Colleges and Universities Guidebook
• Online Cyber Security Programs
• Online Homeland Security Degree Programs
• Online Social Work Degrees
• Search Online for Psychology Degree Programs and Schools
• Top 100 Forensic Web Sites for Science and Education
• University of Fairfax Virginia Cyber-Security Online Masters Degree Programs
• University of West Florida's accelerated online degree programs

National and International Association Links

• 101 Fire Safety Web Sites
• 12 Ways to Help a Teen Handle the Emotional Challenges of Moving
• American Police Hall of Fame
• American Probation and Parole Association
• American Red Cross
• American Society for Industrial Security
• Better Business Bureau
• Car Thefts and Information on Insurance
• Community Policing
• Crime Free Multi-Housing- The Crime Free Multi-Housing Program is a crime prevention program designed to reduce crime, drugs, and gangs on apartment properties. Originally developed at the Mesa Arizona Police Department in 1992, the International Crime Free Multi-Housing Program has spread to nearly 2,000 cities in 48 U.S. States, 5 Canadian Provinces, England, Nigeria, and Puerto Rico.
• Criminal Justice Policy Foundation
• D.A.R.E.
• Direct Marketing Association
• FindLawNet- A legal news and information network
• Firescience.org- Building Trust In Law Enforcement
• Homesecurity.US
• International Association of Chiefs of Police
• International Centre for the Prevention of Crime (ICPC)
• Internet Fraud Watch
• Los Angeles Police Department
• National Association of Town Watch
• National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
• National Check Fraud Center
• National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information
• National Consumer Protection Week
• National Crime Prevention Council
• National Criminal Justice Reference Service
• National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
• National Missing and Unidentified Persons System
• National Safe Kids Campaign
• National Sheriff's Association
• National White Collar Crime Center
• National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center
• Neighborhood Safety
• Reviews.Com- Home Security Systems
• The 911 Site
• U.S Security Awareness

Driving Safety and Automotive Information

• 10 Road Trip Tips for Keeping Kids Happy in the Car
• 5 Easy Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Car
• 8 Tips to Stop Your Teen’s Texting & Driving Habit
• A Safety Guide for Pedestrians with Disabilities
• AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
• Bicycle Safety All Over the World
• Car Thefts and Information on Insurance
• Distracted Driving Resources
• Driving at Night - What to Look Out For
• Drowsy Driving Prevention
• Drugged Driving Prevention
• Drugged Driving Prevention: Intervention Techniques to Keep Them Out of the Driver's Seat and Off the Road
• Facts about Teenagers Driving Under the Influence
• First Steps After an Accident
• Florida NAVMAP: Real-Time Local Traffic Conditions- NAVMAP contains real-time updates on Florida traffic and a "Chat" feature that can facilitate the reporting of traffic conditions.  DO NOT TEXT/CHAT while driving. Pull off the roadway to use this feature.
• How to Avoid Car Accidents
• Interactive Test on Distractive Driving- See how high a score you can get. Game has you text while observing driving signs. Game shows the dangers of driving while texting.
• Lawsuitlegal.com for Florida- A guide to the Florida car accident laws.
• Legal Consequences of Bad Driving
• Lemon Tracker- Helps identify cars and trucks with chronic issues
• Mental Preparation for Driving
• Pedestrian Safety Tips to Teach Your Kids
• Safe Driving for Teens
• Safe Driving Practices
• Safe Driving Resources for Teens- This resource library from Cheap Insurance lists thirty resources that encourage safe driving for teens.
• Safe Driving Tips for Moms and Dads
• Safe Winter Driving
• Severe Weather while Driving
• Technology & Teen Driving Guide
• Teen Driver Car Maintenance Checklist
• Teen Driving: Tips for New Drivers
• Teenage Garage & Parking Safety
• Texting While Walking More Common, More Dangerous
• The 9 Most Dangerous Things Drivers Do
• The Guide to Understanding Vehicle History Reports
• The Official Distracted Driving Handbook
• The Science of Drowsy Driving and Tips to Avoid It
• Tips for Driving With Your Pets
• Tips for Safe Night Driving
• Truck Driver Fatigue
• Ultimate Guide to Teen Driving Safety
• What is Your Driving Personality- Take a quiz and find out.
• What to Do in the Event of an Automobile Accident- This link is a community service of Palm Coast Ford.

Domestic Violence

• 12 Steps to Protect Your Finances When Leaving an Abusive Relationship
• Abused Children & Addiction: The Guide to Untangling, Reconnecting, and Building New Futures
• Abused Children and Addiction: The Guide to Untangling, Reconnecting, and Building New Futures
• Addiction And Domestic Violence: A Look At The Connections
• Are You or Someone You Care About in an Abusive Relationship?
• Creating a Safety Plan
• Domestic violence against men: Know the signs
• Domestic Violence Resources Directory
• How to Heal From a Controlling and Mentally Abusive Relationship
• How to Help a Friend Who is being Abused
• How to Recognize Trauma in Children
• How to Stop Bullying in Schools
• How To Stop Domestic Abuse
• It’s Time to Acknowledge Male Victims of Domestic Violence
• National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
• National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information
• No More
• Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network
• Signs You May Be in an Abusive Relationship- A PDF Document
• Staying safe before and after leaving abuse
• Talking to a Child Who Has Been Abused
• Tennyson Center for Child Abuse
• University of Central Florida Victim Services
• US Violence Against Women Office
• What to Say When You Suspect Someone is Being Abused
• When It’s Time to Go

Fraud Protection

• 11 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft While Traveling
• 16 Tips for Avoiding Online Fraud and Identity Theft
• 5 Ways to Recognize an Acting or Modeling Scam
• 6 Tips to Prevent Fraud and Identity Theft for Your Kids
• 7 Steps to Take if You’re a Victim of Identity Theft
• 8 Common Phone Scams
• 8 Tips for How Seniors Can Protect Themselves from Money Scams
• 9 Steps to Protect Against Credit Card Fraud Now
• Common Online Scams and What You Can Do to Protect Yourself
• Consumer Justice Foundation
• ConsumerDanger.com
• ConsumerWatch.com
• Fighting Identity Theft: A Guide
• Fraud Prevention Tips Everybody Should Know (But Doesn’t)
• Home Security and Crime Prevention for Kids
• How to Avoid Flood Damaged Cars
• How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure
• How to Prevent Child Identity Theft
• How to Protect Yourself from the Three Biggest Types of Homebuyer Fraud
• How to Protect Yourself from the Three Biggest Types of Homebuyer Fraud
• How to Spot an Internet Dog Scam
• Identity Fraud Protection: How to Safeguard Your Personal Credit Information
• Identity Theft Protection
• Identity Theft Resource Center
• idtheftcenter.org
• Insurance Fraud: What You Should Ask Your Contractor
• National Check Fraud Center
• Online Safety Tips for Children
• Preventing Home Improvement Fraud
• Preventing Home Improvement Fraud
• RecallReport.org
• Scambusters (Internet Fraud)
• The Definitive Guide to Internet Privacy & Online Security
• The Fully Accessible Guide to Home Loans for People with Disabilities
• The Guide to Understanding Vehicle History Reports
• The Post-Burglary Guide: What to Do After a Thief Strikes Your Home
• The Step-by-Step Guide to Finding, Hiring, and Working with Contractors
• Tips to Prevent Senior Scams
• Ultimate Online Shopping Safety: The Consumer's How-To Guide
• What You Can Do to Avoid Investment Fraud
• Working Well with Contractors: 15 Questions that Prevent Fraud & Ensure Satisfaction

Floods, Fires, Hurricanes, Earthquakes - Assorted Resources

• 160+ Discounts on Emergency Supplies, Emergency Preparedness courses, and Disaster Preparation
• 9 Affordable Ways to Prep Your Home for Hurricane Season
• A to Z Guide to Security, Safety and Prevention
• DandaLaw - Fire Safety
• Department of Homeland Security - Disaster Planning- Plan Ahead for Disasters.
• Disaster Assistance- The Disaster Assistance Improvement Program’s (DAIP) mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.
• Disaster Preparation Guide
• Disaster Preparedness for Pets
• Earthquake Recovery Resource Guide
• Emergency Planning - Protect Your Pet
• Essential Guide To Flood Planning & Preparation
• Fire Safety in the Home: Minimize Your Risks & Keep Your Family Safe
• FloodSmart Community Resources
• Guide to Lightning Safety- Resources made available from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration.
• Guide to Saving Money on Disaster Preparation from Coupon Chief
• Have a House Fire Evacuation Plan
• Homeowners’ Guide to Forest Fires: How to Protect Your Home
• How to Escape a Burning Building
• How to Protect Your Home From Flood Damage
• Hurricane Survival Tips: How to Stay Safe During a Hurricane
• Minimizing Damage from Flooding- The guide is from the United Kingdom but relevant to any location.
• Red Cross Disaster Safety Checklist
• Shake Out: 6 Steps to Quake-proof Your Home
• STEM Challenge for Kids - Building Flood Resistant Homes
• WESH 2 News - Local Orlando News on Hurricanes- WESH, a local Central Florida news channel, provides status updates on hurricanes and provides a downloadable hurricane guide and checklist for being prepared.

Holiday Safety Tips

• Drinking and Driving at Christmas
• Halloween Safety
• Halloween Safety Guide

General Addiction Resources

• 20 Parenting Techniques that Can Help Discourage Addiction
• 20 Secret Signs of Addiction
• 45 Warning Signs for Prescription Addiction
• 5 Unexpected Benefits of Sobriety
• 7 Tips for Mothers of Adult Addicts
• 9 Steps to Take When Your Recovering Teen Comes Home from Treatment
• A Family & Friends Guide to Addiction from The Recovery Village
• A guide to ADHD and addiction- ADT Healthcare
• A Parent's Guide to Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol
• Abused Children & Addiction: The Guide to Untangling, Reconnecting, and Building New Futures
• Addiction And Infidelity: Understanding And Finding Ways To Heal After An Addicted Partner Is Unfaithful
• Addiction Center- Addiction Center was founded by recovering addicts and health information writers. Their goal is to provide the most up-to-date information on addiction as well as reviews of top treatment centers across the country.
• Addiction Guide- Addiction Guide is resource on addiction and illicit substances. Covered are  how drugs and alcohol affect the body, how to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, and where to seek effective treatment.
• Addiction in the Waiting Room: How to Go to the Doctor in Sobriety
• Addiction Is a Mental Illness - Treat It That Way
• Addiction Network- Addiction Network is a drug rehab directory. This company helps people with drug and alcohol abuse find resources that best fit their unique situation and unique lifestyle.
• Addiction-Related Fraud: Spotting the Signs and Successfully Confronting Your Loved One
• AddictionResource.com
• ADHD and Addiction - What is the Risk?
• Alcohol Rehab
• Alcohol Rehab Guide
• Alcoholtreatment.net- A national directory of treatment centers.
• BestDrugRehabilitation.com- Teaching kids about drugs
• Beyond Hangovers: Understanding Alcohol’s Impact on Your Health
• Bipolar and Addiction: The Dual Diagnosis
• Busting the Myths About Addiction
• Club Drugs
• Dangers of Smoking and Asbestos- Smoking is considered an addictive habit but when lungs are subjected to other carcinogens, the dangers are even greater.
• Detox Local- Detox Local provides an extensive directory of all available drug and alcohol detox centers that are located near you.
• DetoxLocal Periodic Table of Drugs
• Does Health Insurance Cover Substance Abuse Treatment?
• Drinking and Driving at Christmas
• Drug and Alcohol Services Information System (DASIS)
• Drugalert.org
• Drugged Driving Prevention
• Drugged Driving Prevention: Intervention Techniques to Keep Them Out of the Driver's Seat and Off the Road
• DrugRehab.com- A comprehensive guide to drugs on campus - You can visit the home site at drugrehab.com
• Effects of Illegal Drugs on the Heart
• EliteRehabPlacement.com
• Emerging Trends in Drug Use
• Enabling 101: How Love Becomes Fear and Help Becomes Control
• Facts about Teenagers Driving Under the Influence
• Finding Friends After Addiction Rehabilitation
• FindTreatment- Search for drug/alcohol treatment centers
• Five Ways to Survive the Holiday Sober
• Helping an Adult Family Member or Friend with a Drug or Alcohol Problem
• Heroin Withdrawal
• Holistic Approach to the Addiction Recovery Process
• Home After Rehab: The Guide to Finding the Right Place for Recovery
• Home After Rehab: The Guide to Finding the Right Place for Recovery
• How to Forgive an Addict
• How to Stop Drinking Alcohol
• How to Talk to a Child About a Parent’s Addiction
• Intervention: Help a Loved One Overcome Addiction
• Is Your Home an Accomplice for Your Rebellious Teen?
• Law Publications
• List Of Florida Alcohol Treatment Recovery Centers- A comprehensive list of alcohol treatment centers located in the State of Florida. Other States can be found on the http://www.alcoholtreatement.net/ website.
• Monarch Shores Addiction Treatment Center- While the facility is located in California, many of its clients are from Florida. It has a luxury feel and has limited room for patients to assure they have plenty of 1 on 1 time with staff. They offer multiple addiction treatment styles under one roof to meet patient's needs.
• My Child Is Using Drugs or Drinking Alcohol -- What Should I Do?
• Nine Reasons to Go to Rehab Today
• Nutrition and Rehab
• Office of National Drug Control Policy
• Opiates.net- Opiates.net provides a zip code search for treatment centers and contains useful information regarding the dangers of using opiates.
• Opiates.net Full guide to Opiate and Heroin Withdrawal
• Parent Talk Kit: Tips for Talking and What to Say to Prevent Drug and Alcohol Abuse- A PDF Document
• Parental Instinct: Identifying and Stopping Opioid Abuse in Adult Children
• Partnership for a Drug Free Kids
• Perfectionism and Addiction
• Principles Of Drug Addiction Treatment – by Scott F. – PhD
• PTSD and Substance Abuse in Veterans
• Recovery Connection
• Rehab and Recovery UK
• Rehab Center
• Rehab4Alcoholism- Organization offers free support and help to people who suffer with alcohol and drug addiction, including free telephone assistance. Website contacts other useful resources and guides.
• Returning to Work After Addition Treatment
• Seeking Drug Abuse Treatment: Know What to Ask- A PDF Document
• Staying Sober in the Face of Temptation: A Guide for Attending Parties and Events
• StreetDrugs.org
• Suicidal Thoughts and Alcohol Abuse: Tackling Both Problems Head On
• Swim Back to Health: The Guide to Aquatic Therapy for Recovering Addicts
• Teen Alcohol and Drug Abuse
• Teen Drug Evolution: A Parents Resource Guide
• Teen Drug Treatment Guide
• Teen Rehab Center
• The Benefits of a Sober Summer and How to Achieve Them
• The Guide to Rebuilding Bridges with Your Loved Ones After Battling Addiction
• The Ninth Step Guide: Making Amends
• The Recovery Village
• The Recovery Village
• The Secrets to Helping an Alcoholic Family Member or Friend
• The Ultimate Guide to Enjoying Alcohol Safely & Responsibly
• Treatment Approaches for Drug Addiction
• Unconventional Grief: Grieving Someone Alive
• Understanding Addiction
• What are Symptoms of an Alcohol Use Disorder?
• What Science Says To Do If Your Loved One Has An Opioid Addiction
• What to Do if Your Teen or Young Adult has a Problem with Drugs
• Who Suffers from Addiction?: Husbands and Wives
• Willow Springs Drug Addiction Treatment Center- A licensed and accredited drug addiction treatment center located in Texas but serving the United States. Willow Springs offers a unique environment that is appealing to individuals from areas like California and Florida - two of their biggest areas in regards to patients. The treatment center is in a secluded, forested area with a massive acreage to help seclude individuals who might come from more dense and populated areas like Florida. They specialize in treating opioid and heroin addiction.

Home Security

• A to Z Guide to Security, Safety and Prevention
• Beginner's Guide to Online Security and Privacy
• Comparisons of Home Security Systems
• Guide to Protecting a Business from Crimes- Resourced guide is from the UK but quite appropriate for any business location.
• Home Security and Crime Prevention for Kids
• Online Safety Guide
• Reviews.Com- Home Security Systems
• Ultimate Guide to Securing Your Home from Break-ins, Flooding and Other Natural Disasters While on Vacation
• Using a Virtual Private Network for Internet Protection

Spanish Language Guides

• Elder Fraud: Preventing Senior Scams (in Spanish)
• Preventing Mortgage Fraud Fact Sheet (in Spanish)
• Preventing Mortgage Fraud Fact Sheet (in Spanish)

Resources for Seniors

• 5 Easy Steps to Help Avoid Fraud and Identity Theft
• 7 Steps to Take if You’re a Victim of Identity Theft
• A Guide for Senior Home Safety with Regard to Storage- A Seniors Guide to Growing Old in Your Own Home
• Addiction-Related Fraud: Spotting the Signs and Successfully Confronting Your Loved One
• Advanced Care Planning
• Age and Driving: Safety Tips and Warning Signs for Older Drivers
• Aging Veteran's Guide to Planning for the Future
• Disaster Preparedness for Seniors
• Elder Abuse
• Elder Care Resources
• Emergency Preparedness Guide for Seniors and Caretakers
• Home Accommodations for Seniors
• How to Identify and Report Elder Abuse
• Keeping Seniors Safe While Remodeling
• Legal Resources for Seniors
• Making the Move to Assisted Living
• Online Safety for Seniors
• Picking the Right Identity Theft Protection Solution
• Preventing Caregiver Theft
• Preventing Home Improvement Fraud
• Safe Driving Tips for Seniors
• Senior Citizen Guide to Privacy Online
• Senior Drivers: 7 Tips for Driver Safety
• The Nursing Home Abuse Center- Site hosted by NursingHomeAbuse.org
• Tips for Seniors to Declutter and Organize their Home
• Tips to Ensure Safety of Seniors at Home
• Transportation Options for Seniors Who Don't Drive
• Veterans Benefits for Seniors
• Why Elder Abuse Is Everyone's Problem

Suicide Prevention

• Suicidal Thoughts and Alcohol Abuse: Tackling Both Problems Head On
• Suicide Prevention Resource Center
• Suicide Prevention Student Guide Book

Other Useful Resources

• 20 Ways to Keep Kids Safe When They Are Home Alone
• 60+ Discounts for People with Disabilities
• A Guide to Understanding Mesothelioma- Simple to understand guide to the disease and available resources.
• Asbestos.net- Mesothelioma Justice Network Resources
• Child Safety Guide: Making the Move from an Urban Area to a Rural One
• CPR and other Emergency Tips for Parents
• Criminal Searches - Check backgrounds free
• Disability Accommodation Guide- A guide to home adaptations for disabled people.
• Home Construction & Design Techniques for Child Safety
• How great teachers can identify and prevent bullying in schools
• Look Up of Area Telephone Codes
• Look Up of Postal Zip Codes
• Mesothelioma Fund- The Mesothelioma Fund is supported by Patient Support LLC to help the victims of asbestos exposure get financial aid. They offer free resources and services for mesothelioma patients and their family members. Their goal is to help mesothelioma victims obtain compensation from money that has been set aside by companies in asbestos trust funds.
• Mesothelioma Lawyer Center
• Mesothelioma.net- Resources for Asbestos Cancer Victims and Families
• Navigating Learning Disabilities Guide
• Police Records- From LexisNexis
• Single Mother Grants- Helps financially disadvantaged families with finding assistance programs. Directory lists assistance programs that help with utility, energy, mortgage, rent, medication, education and medical bills.
• Unconventional Grief: Grieving Someone Alive
• University of Central Florida Victim Services
• Veteran Center for Mesothelioma- Provide information and assistance to veterans regarding treatment, clinical trials, and VA benefits for veterans suffering from asbestos illnesses. (Central Florida area)