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Here's How You Can Keep Your Kids Safe!
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How Do I get Discounted Car Seats?
If you are in need of discounted car seats for your child/children please read this information carefully to see if you qualify. If you have further questions please call 391-SAFE (7233).
New Booster Law - Effective July 1, 2008
- law now requires all children under age 8 or shorter than 4'9" must ride in a properly installed booster seat
Download the "5 Step test" to see if your child is ready to ride without a booster seat
Infant Car Seat Safety Class - Enroll for 2009 Classes
- Class for new and expectant parents
- Learn the basics of infant car seat safety
- Hands-on demonstrations and visual learning
- Keep your baby safe on every ride
- Get your car seat questions answered
- Parents encouraged to bring in their own car seat
- Pre-register by calling 391-5000
Quick Car Seat Safety Check List
Welcome to Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids
The Problem: Accidental Injury
Accidental injury is the number one cause of death among children ages 14 and under in the United States. Also, each year one out of every four children needs medical attention for an accidental injury.
The Solution: Safe Kids
Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids is one of more than 300 grassroots coalitions in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico that bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments, and volunteers to educate and protect families. Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids is a member of Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations dedicated to preventing accidental injury. We know our efforts are needed because as many as 90 percent of accidental injuries can be prevented.
New Booster Seat Law
Click here to download information about the new law (pdf format, english and spanish)