Safe Kids Stark County

11/19/2025

Preventable injuries are the leading cause of death for children in the United States and globally about 600,000 families lose a child to a preventable injury every year. Too many families don’t have access to the information and resources they need to keep their children safe at home, at school, at play, and on the way. Safe Kids Worldwide is proud to partner with Injury Free Coalition and other organizations to empower communities to take action and make a difference in preventing injuries. By raising awareness, we hope to help more kids .

11/17/2025

❄️ Winter Car Seat Safety: Keep Your Little Ones Safe & Warm ❄️

When the temperature drops, our instinct is to bundle up our kiddos. But did you know that thick winter coats and snowsuits can make a big difference in car seat safety?
Here’s what every parent/caregiver should know:

✅ Dress children in thin, snug-fitting layers rather than bulky coats when placing them in a car seat or booster. Bulky outerwear can compress in a crash, leaving extra slack in the harness or belt.
Nationwide Children's Hospital
UVM Health

✅ Always tighten the harness or seat belt so it fits snugly against the child’s body—the harness should lie flat, shoulder straps at or below the shoulders (for rear-facing seats), and the chest clip at armpit level.
UPMC Children's Community Pediatrics

✅ Once the child is properly secured, add warmth by draping a blanket or coat (put on backward) over the harness—but not underneath the straps. This helps keep them warm without altering the strap fit.
Colorado Department of Transportation

✅ If you can, warm up the vehicle before putting children in their car seats. It reduces the need for super-heavy gear in the car. Also, never warm your vehicle in a closed garage—carbon-monoxide risks.
Nationwide Children's Hospital

✅ Don’t assume “just a quick drive” means you can skip these steps—hazards like improper harness fit or quick trips still carry risk.

11/14/2025

🚗💺 National Seatbelt Day – Buckle Up for Safety! 💺🚗

Today we’re celebrating National Seatbelt Day, a reminder that something as simple as clicking your seatbelt can save lives. Whether you're driving around the corner or across the country, wearing your seatbelt is one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones.

✅ Buckle up—every trip, every time.
✅ Set the example for others.
✅ Stay safe and spread the word!

Let’s make safety a habit, not a choice.

11/12/2025

Our car seat program can help make sure your child is safe while riding in a vehicle. Learn more at https://starkhealth.org/government/offices/public_health/health_education___promotion/safe_kids/index.php

11/06/2025

🍼 Safe Sleep for Your Little One 💙
We want nothing more than peaceful nights and the best possible safety for our babies. Here are some important tips to help ensure your baby sleeps safely:

✔️ Place baby on their back — Use this position for both naps and nighttime. It’s the safest sleep position according to experts.
✔️ Use a firm, flat sleep surface — A crib or bassinet with a firm mattress and fitted sheet is best. Avoid sofas, armchairs, inclined sleepers or soft surfaces.
✔️ Keep the sleep area bare — No loose blankets, pillows, bumper pads, stuffed animals or toys in the crib.
✔️ Room-share, don’t bed-share — It’s safest for your baby to sleep in the same room as you (for about the first 6 months) but in their own crib or bassinet

11/05/2025

Parents can register their new or currently used car seat, ensuring that they are notified about future recalls and guided through the repair process! Go to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's website for more information: nhtsa.gov 🚗🚗

11/03/2025

10/31/2025

Extra features and bulk of the costume can cause the harness to seem like it is fitted well and tight, but it's only snug to the costume, not the child. Change into a spooky pumpkin or a brave superhero when you get to your destination! 🎃👻🍭

10/30/2025

Parents — keep your trick-or-treaters SAFE while they're out gathering goodies this Halloween. 🎃🍬

Tips for drivers: NHTSA.gov/Halloween-Safety-Tips

10/24/2025

Don't forget to stop out at the Plain Twp Fire Department today from 1pm to 3pm to get your car seat checked!

Car Seat Safety Check - This Friday🚙
Get your car seats checked at the Plain Twp Fire Department on Friday between 1:00pm to 3:00pm for a chance to win a $50 gas card!

Make sure your child's car seat is installed correctly and fits just right so they stay safe this fall and heading into winter 🍁☃️

10/23/2025

This weekend is Trick or Treating in the Stark County Area! A few safety tips before going out:
Wear something bright + carry a flashlight.

Stay on sidewalks. Walk, don’t run.

Cross the street at corners, don’t dash between cars.

Only visit lit houses. Don’t go inside a stranger’s house.

Wait until home to check candy.

If you’re going out with friends, stay together and tell an adult when you’ll be back.

10/21/2025

If your agency works with adolescents between the ages of 10 to 24, consider applying!