Safe Kids Lincoln County

05/29/2026

Stop by Fred and Junes Books in Denver for a special story time with Denver Fire Department and have your car seat technicians perform a quick check on you child's car seat!

05/29/2026

Drowning can happen quickly and quietly, making it the leading cause of injury-related fatalities in children aged 4 and under. Pools pose a significant risk for kids between 1 and 4 years old. 🏊‍♂️🚨

Floaties, swimming lessons, or lifeguards (who are responsible for multiple children, not just yours) cannot substitute for attentive adult supervision! Always remember: parents must remain vigilant at all times when watching their children. Your presence ensures their safety.

This summer:
✅ Stay within arm's reach of children aged 1 to 4
✅ Get trained in CPR for both children and adults. Visit our website linked in the comments below for more on CPR training!
✅ Avoid distractions like social media, texting, or checking emails while supervising. Designate a focused parent to monitor the swimmers.
✅ Never assume another adult is watching your child. As parents, it’s our duty to ensure our kids are safe!

Follow Safe Kids North Carolina for more tips!

05/28/2026

Summer is around the corner. It's an exciting season for families, and often includes outdoor activities, vacations, and time away from school. But it’s also a time known as “summer trauma season” among health professionals because unintentional injuries and deaths increase dramatically among children. Here at Safe Kids, we want to make sure parents and caregivers are aware of potential hazards and provide them with tips that they can use to reduce injury risks. With the right tools, parents and caregivers can feel confident no matter the season.

05/25/2026

05/11/2026

Special thanks to all our partners that made Safe Kids Day 2026 such a great day!

05/09/2026

It’s a great day at Safe Kids Day 2026 here at the Lincoln County Family YMCA! Come visit us today until 1PM!

05/09/2026

05/08/2026

Get a good nights rest and bring you family to visit with us for Safe Kids Day 2026!

When: Saturday May 9th 10AM to 1PM
Where: Lincoln County Family YMCA

Loads of activities for the whole family, fire trucks, law enforcement vehilces, drone demos, music and refreshing treats with Kona Ice of Newton and Travelin' Tom's Coffee of Newton and so much more!

05/08/2026

It’s Bike Safety Month! Did you know that properly fitted helmets can reduce the risk of head injuries by at least 45%? Get the proper fit for your safety gear by doing a helmet fit test with your kids!

Here's how in three simple steps:

1. Eyes: Put the helmet on your head. Look up. You should see the bottom rim of the helmet.

2. Ears: Make sure the straps form a "V" under the ears when buckled. The straps should be a little tight but comfortable.

3. Mouth: Open your mouth as wide as you can. Does the helmet hug your head? If not, tighten the strap.

Voila, you're done! Something as simple as wearing a helmet (properly!) can make a big difference in keeping your child safe. 🚴🏿

05/08/2026

Tomorrow, Saturday May 9th we are celebrating Safe Kids Day here in Lincoln County! Come join us from 10AM to 1PM at Lincoln County Family YMCA for all the fun!

This year for Safe Kids Month we are focusing on "My High 5" Child Safety topics! Check them out here and learn more about them with our local agencies tomorrow at Safe Kids Day!