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Helping our community create a safer environment for our kids and families!

06/08/2026

Hot weather is coming this weekend and into next week.

There have been 5 devastating hot car deaths before summer has even officially begun. 🚘💔
Parents — it takes less than a minute to build a life-saving routine:
🧸 Keep a stuffed animal in the front seat as a visual reminder
🎒 Leave an important item in the back seat so you have to check
🔑 Keep your car locked at home so kids can’t crawl inside and get trapped

05/29/2026

☀️ Stay safe on the water this summer! 💦

Heading out to the river or lake? Make sure everyone—especially kids—is wearing a properly fitted life jacket.

Did you know? Safe Kids Lower Columbia offers FREE life jacket loaner boards at local waterways so you can grab one before you head out!

✔️ Always wear a life jacket near open water
✔️ Check for a snug, secure fit
✔️ Return loaner jackets so others can stay safe too

A life jacket can save a life—take advantage of this free resource and enjoy the water with peace of mind. 💙

05/27/2026

Every year, wildfires spread across the U.S., putting more communities at risk.
With more people living in these vulnerable areas, staying informed is essential.
This Wildfire Preparedness Month, take a few minutes to learn simple steps you can take to help prevent wildfires and protect your home, your community, and the outdoors we all share.
For more details, visit: wildfireprepday.org

05/26/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—and we’re celebrating with movement, community, and support. Join Columbia Wellness for their 15th Annual Run the Path on Saturday, May 30 at Lake Sacajawea (Hemlock Plaza) in Longview, WA. Registration is free, and the first 450 registered runners and walkers will receive an event T-shirt and runner’s bag (first come, first served). Bring your friends, family, and coworkers—walk or run at your own pace and help shine a light on mental health. Sign up today and we’ll see you on May 30! Sign up at the following link. https://www.columbiawell.org/impact-impact/run-the-path

05/25/2026

Memorial Day weekend is here—let’s keep it safe on the water! 💦

If you’re heading to the river or lake, make sure everyone—especially kids—is wearing a properly fitted life jacket.

Good news: Safe Kids Lower Columbia offers FREE life jacket loaner boards at local waterways, so you can borrow one before you head out!

✔️ Life jackets save lives—wear one every time
✔️ Make sure it fits snug and secure
✔️ Return loaners so others can stay safe too

Honor the holiday with safe, fun memories on the water. ❤️🤍💙

05/24/2026

🔥 This Memorial Day, keep little ones safe around the grill! 🇺🇸

Grills can get extremely hot—so make sure kids stay at least 3 feet away at all times. Create a “kid-free zone” around your grill to prevent burns and accidents.

✔️ Set clear boundaries before you start cooking
✔️ Remind kids that the grill stays hot even after you’re done
✔️ Always supervise while the grill is in use

A simple 3-foot rule can make all the difference. Let’s keep the day fun, safe, and worry-free! ❤️🤍💙

05/22/2026

As you’re out finding all the deals this summer, here’s an important reminder:
🚫 Garage Sales Aren’t for Car Seats 🚫
Car seats might look fine on the outside, but you can’t always see their history. A seat that’s been in a crash, is expired, missing parts, or has been stored improperly may not protect a child the way it should.

Why this matters:
Most car seats expire (usually 6–10 years from manufacture)
You can’t verify if it’s ever been in a crash
Parts, manuals, or labels may be missing
Safety standards change over time
When it comes to kids, we don’t take chances with safety.

What you CAN do with old car seats:
✔️ Recycle them during trade-in events (like Target’s Car Seat Trade-In)
✔️Cut the straps and dispose of them with your household garbage.

Let’s keep our community safe while you’re out finding great deals, skip the car seats and stick to items you can trust!

05/20/2026

Did you know that convertible or multi-mode car seats have two belt paths? One for forward-facing and one for rear-facing. When transitioning your child's car seat from one mode to another (rear-facing to forward-facing or vise versa) make sure you are using the correct belt path for installation either by looking at the car seat manual or the stickers on the car seat. The information for rear facing and forward facing is color coded on the labels.

05/18/2026

Around six months of age, most babies are ready to start trying solid foods. Here are some common choking hazards to avoid until your child is 4 years of age or older, depending on their development and maturity level. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f0KeSB

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701 Vine Street
Kelso, WA
98626

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+13605756280

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http://www.safekidslc.org/

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