Safe Kids North Shore

05/01/2026

May 1st is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. This is your reminder to never leave ANYONE, including children, vulnerable adults, and pets, in an unattended car for ANY length of time.

Every year, children lose their lives in hot cars, and in 1 in 4 cases, they got in on their own and couldn’t get back out.

On National Heatstroke Prevention Day, we’re reminding parents of tips to prevent these tragedies:

• Always lock your vehicle, even at home
• Keep keys and fobs out of children’s reach
• Teach kids that cars are not play areas

A parked car can heat up quickly, even on mild days. A few simple habits can save a life.

04/20/2026

As you’re tackling your spring cleaning list, don’t forget one of the most important places to check—your child’s car seat!

Car seats can get loose, installed incorrectly, or simply outgrown over time. Let us help make sure your little one is riding as safely as possible. 💙

Join us for our Car Seat Check Friday where certified technicians will be on hand to check your seat, answer questions, and give you peace of mind.

📅 Friday, April 24th
⏰ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
📍 GT Metro Fire Dept. Station 11

📞 Call to make an appointment: 231-947-3000 ext. 1234

Clean out the clutter, double-check your safety, and head into spring with confidence! 🌼✔️

04/14/2026

Does your child have a SnugRide Turn & Slide car seat? Head to https://recalls.gracobaby.com/ to find out if it's under a new recall, and the next steps you need to take.

At Graco, the safety of children and the trust of parents and caregivers mean everything to us. We are conducting a voluntary recall of a limited number of SnugRide Turn & Slide products due to a structural issue identified during a post-production laboratory test.

This recall is limited to the recently introduced SnugRide Turn & Slide model sold in the United States from January 2026 through March 2026. No other Graco rotating car seats are affected, including EasyTurn and Turn2Me. No other SnugRide models are affected.

For more information, to check whether your product is included, and to register, please visit recalls.gracobaby.com.

03/20/2026

We have several openings available for our upcoming Car Seat Check Day!

When: Friday, March 27th from 10-3
Where: Station 11 (3000 Albany St., Traverse City)

Appointments are anywhere from 30-60 minutes.

Call 231-947-3000 ext. 1234 to lock in your appointment today!

03/20/2026

Take a moment to save the Poison Help line in your phone:

1-800-222-1222.

The Poison Help line is fast, free, staffed by experts, and available 24/7, 365 days a year.

You never know when you might need it!

03/19/2026

Q: Should you transfer chemicals or cleaners in the home and garage to another
container?

A: No!

✅ Always keep products in their original containers.
✅ Store them up high, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🚫 Do not put them in a cup or bottle, even if labeled.
🚫 Never store with food.

The original container has the label! Read it carefully and follow all directions.
Call Poison Help at 1-800- 222-1222 for fast, free, confidential help if you suspect a poisoning or have a question.

03/18/2026

Everyday items can be poisonous.
Items like detergent pods, cleaners, mouthwash, soap, or medicines should never be left out.

🧼 Always close lids and caps tightly.
🧼 Keep products stored up, away, out of sight, and preferably in a locked box or
cabinet.
🧼 Use child-resistant containers whenever possible, but remember nothing is 100% childproof.

If anyone swallows a product or gets it on their skin or in their eyes, call the Poison
Help line at 1-800-222-1222. It’s fast and free to call!

03/17/2026

Kids see gummy medicine like vitamins or melatonin, or and think “candy!”
But they can be dangerous.

Here’s how to help your kids stay safe:
🍬 Store gummies up, away, and out of sight, preferably in a locked box or cabinet.
🍬 Never call gummy medicines “candy”.
🍬 Keep gummies in their original container.

Call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 to get connected to your local
poison center. Poison Centers are here for you with confidential, non-judgmental, and free expert advice.

03/16/2026

It’s National Poison Prevention Week! 💊

When the unexpected happens, Poison Help (1-800-222-1222) is here for you. Poison Centers are open 24/7, 365 days a year for questions and emergencies, with fast, free, confidential, and expert advice!

Join us each day of to learn how your local poison center can help you!

Have a story about a time you called the Poison Help line? Share it in the comments 🔽

03/02/2026

Punch and his stuffy go together like a CPST and the car seat instruction manual.

02/23/2026

APPOINTMENTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!

Are you an expecting parent wanting to learn more about your baby’s car seat? Or maybe you’d just like to double-check that your kiddo is riding safely and securely?

Our Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians are here to help! We’ll make sure your car seat is installed correctly and answer any questions you have.

Spots fill quickly, so be sure to schedule your appointment in advance.

📞 Call 231-947-3000 ext. 1234 to reserve your spot today!

02/05/2026

A good reminder right before the Big Game this weekend!

Furniture and TV tip-overs happen more often than many people realize, and they can cause serious injuries to children. In fact, every 3 weeks a child dies from a furniture or TV tip-over, and seven children visit the ER every day because of one.

The good news? A few simple changes can make a big difference:
✔ Secure TVs and furniture to the wall
✔ Keep heavy items on lower shelves
✔ Avoid placing toys or remotes where kids may climb to reach them
✔ Use anti-tip brackets or wall straps

Take a minute to check your home today — it could prevent a serious injury tomorrow. Please see the infographic below for easy safety tips you can use right away.