Safe Kids Oakland County

08/13/2025

Take advantage of Michigan's FREE ORV Weekend Aug. 16-17, 2025 while keeping kids safe. That means residents and visitors can ride the off-road trails and visit state parks and boating access site - all free of charge. All other ORV rules and laws apply. Find them here: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/things-to-do/orv-riding/rules

08/07/2025

With the start of the new school year just around the corner, drivers are reminded to:

* Prepare to stop when a slowing bus has its overhead yellow lights flashing.
* Stop at least 20 feet away from buses when red lights are flashing, unless driving in the opposite direction on a divided highway.
* Slow down in or near school and residential areas.
* Look for clues—such as safety patrols, crossing guards, bicycles, and playgrounds—that indicate children might be in the area.
* Watch for children between parked cars and other objects.

07/24/2025

The Clarkston Public Library will be hosting a family fun festival to celebrate the Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up. The festival will feature games, snacks, and the annual car seat check station on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 1-3pm. Please join us as a Car Seat Technician, Instructor, or Volunteer. Sign up below! Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

The Clarkston Public Library will be hosting a family fun festival to celebrate the Summer Reading Program Wrap-Up. The festival will feature games, snacks, and the annual car seat check station qon Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 1-3pm. Please join us as a Car Seat Technician, Instructor, or Volunte...

07/01/2025

As July 4th celebrations near, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging the public to prioritize fireworks safety. There were an estimated 1,700 emergency room treated injuries in 2024 involving sparklers. Bubbles and glow sticks make great alternatives for kids.

06/30/2025

FREE: The Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers Online Course focuses on developing an awareness of the risks of drowning and how to minimize those risks especially for young children. This online course teaches parents and caregivers about the concepts of the circle of drowning prevention water competency and the chain of drowning survival. It also provides guidance for applying water safety to common environments and situations where children are most at risk for drowning.

Learn to swim safely. Find American Red Cross swim classes in your area and take your skills to the next level.

06/25/2025

A child's body heats up 3 to 5 times faster than an adult's does. When left in a hot car, a child's major organs begin to shut down when their temperature reaches 104 degrees Fahrenheit (F). A child can die when their temperature reaches 107 degrees F.

​A child left in a hot car can die of heat stroke very quickly. But this tragedy can be prevented. Here are some facts about hot cars and keeping kids safe.

06/24/2025

It only takes two minutes for a car to reach unsafe temperatures. Every year children and pets left in parked vehicles die from heat stroke. Heat stroke is the leading cause of non-crash, vehicle-related death in children under 15. Learn more at https://www.michigan.gov/michiganprepares/be-informed/heat #:~:text=Heat%20Stroke%20is%20the%20most,your%20body's%20cooling%20mechanism%20fails.

06/24/2025

We are proud to support Oakland County Parks Life Jacket distribution program and help spread the word! The life jacket giveaways are part of Metroparks’ Everyone in the Pool initiative, a region-wide effort to increase swim access and safety for children and families across Southeast Michigan.

We are teaming up with local partners across Southeast Michigan and sponsor Thrivent to host three free life jacket giveaway events this June to give out a total of 1,300 life jackets. The events will include family-friendly activities, educational opportunities and information about Metroparks programming and resources. Everyone deserves to feel safe around water, but we know cost and access to swim lessons and life jackets are a barrier for many families in our community. These drops are designed to remove barriers, keep families safe and increase confidence around the water this summer.

Come grab a life jacket, enjoy some fun activities and kick off the summer season with us. Life jackets are available in both adult and youth sizes on a first-come, first-served basis, so plan accordingly!
Registration requested for the June 25 event at Gardner White: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gardner-white-x-metroparks-family-summer-kick-off-tickets-1409234681869?aff=oddtdtcreator

The life jacket giveaways are part of Metroparks’ Everyone in the Pool initiative, a region-wide effort to increase swim access and safety for children and families across Southeast Michigan. To learn more about our water safety programs, swim lesson partners and ways to get involved, visit: https://www.metroparks.com/everyone-in-the-pool/
YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit
Gardner White Furniture
Oakland County Parks

06/23/2025

Summer is upon us, along with the risk of extreme heat weather events. The health effects of excessive heat can be very serious. Preparation and prevention are key to staying safe. Read about preventing heat stress, identifying symptoms and what to do if you experience heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

06/02/2025

MDHHS offers a virtual Baby Fair twice a year for new and expecting Michigan parents – this is also good information for other supports in a newborn’s life. Attendees must register to attend. The event will be offered twice: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, and Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/virtual-baby-fair

05/27/2025

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children ages 1-4. This year for water safety month, make it a point to share water safety tips with family and friends.
To learn more about drowning prevention visit NDPA.org.

05/12/2025

MDHHS offers a virtual Baby Fair twice a year for new and expecting Michigan parents – this is also good information for other supports in a newborn’s life. Attendees must register to attend. The event will be offered twice: Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, and Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Join us for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet!