PROGRAM BASICS
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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- Applicants must be new or expecting parents
- No income restrictions for this program
- Only one car seat allowed per child for the lifetime of this program
IS IT REALLY FREE?
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- The only “cost” to you is your time. Each class is approximately 1 hour every other week.
THE ULTIMATE CAR SEAT SAFETY GUIDE IS HERE
This interactive guide offers customized tips and information based on your child’s age and development. Learn more about ways to make sure your child’s car seat is safe and secure as you travel.
HOW THE PROGRAM WORKS
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- Participants complete a series of (5) in-person classes, every other week.
- Attend a Child Passenger Safety car seat safety demonstration.
- Car seats will be provided after completing 6 classes and a car seat safety demonstration.
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Every child deserves a safe ride, every time.
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REAR FACING OR FORWARD FACING?
WHEN TO MAKE THE SWITCH
According to the NHTSA, research shows that rear-facing car seats are up to 500% safer for children under two years old. Learn more about when your child is ready for a forward-facing car seat and what type of car seat is safest by watching this video from Safe Kids Worldwide.
SEATBELT SAFETY WHILE PREGNANT
Seatbelt safety recommendations change for pregnant drivers, and passengers during the later stages of pregnancy. Learn how to protect yourself and your baby while on the road: