Safe Kids NEPA

08/27/2026

08/18/2026

🚔💙 Introducing the Blue Envelope Program! 💙🚔
Recently, the Scranton Police Department was proud to introduce the Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, Blue Envelope Program to our community!

The Blue Envelope Program is designed to help improve communication during traffic stops for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and others who may have communication challenges. The Blue Envelope provides a simple way for drivers or their families to share important information with law enforcement during an interaction.

The envelope can contain important documents such as a driver’s license, registration, insurance information, emergency contacts, and other helpful details. It also provides guidance for both the driver and the officer to help create a safer, calmer, and more effective interaction. 🤝💙

This is another tool in our toolbox to help us better serve our community and support positive interactions between law enforcement and the residents we serve.

We are excited for this new partnership and honored to join the many other participating police agencies across the region that have embraced the Blue Envelope Program. The number of participating agencies continues to grow each day as we work together to make our communities more inclusive and accessible for everyone. 🚔💙

A special thank you to Roseann Polishan from The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania for joining us at National Night Out and helping introduce this important program to our community. We truly appreciate your partnership and commitment to making a difference. 💙

We would also like to recognize Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, for administering the Blue Envelope Program and making this valuable resource available to our community and so many others.

📍 Blue Envelopes are available at:
• Scranton Police Headquarters (Main Lobby)
• The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania
💻 Prefer to have one mailed directly to you? You can also request a Blue Envelope online at LVHN.org/blueenvelope.

🏫 Are you a business, school, or organization that would like to make Blue Envelopes available for your guests, students, or members?
Visit LVHN.org/blueenvelope to request envelopes and learn more about how you can help make this resource available to those who may benefit from it.

Together, we’re building stronger partnerships, improving communication, and making our community safer and more welcoming for everyone. 💙🚔

08/15/2026

About 41,000 Taleco Gear baby swings and jumpers have been recalled due to the risk of injury from falls, impacts and strangulation. (CPSC)

08/15/2026

🚗 FREE CHILD SAFETY SEAT CHECK! 🚗

Pennsylvania Ambulance will be hosting a FREE Child Safety Seat Check on Monday, August 24, at our base:

📍 1000 Re*****on Ave, Scranton, PA

Our certified team will help make sure your child’s car seat is installed correctly and safely.

⏰ Limited time slots are available, with appointments scheduled in 30-minute intervals.

📩 To reserve a time, message our page with:
• The time you’re interested in
• How many car seats you need checked

Don’t miss this opportunity to make sure your little ones are riding safely! 👶🚗

Space is limited, so message us today!

08/15/2026

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08/15/2026

There's one thing we frequently see missing on forward-facing car seats - and it's important! Don't forget to use the tether for any forward-facing seat. This important piece can make a big difference in a crash.

08/14/2026

Safe Kids NEPA participated in the Wyoming County Healthcare Center’s Community Wellness Fair earlier this evening including a safety table with some giveaways and a free car seat check.

Pictured here is Kaitlyn Markovitz from Tunkhannock Community Ambulance Association, Kathryn Bommer from Geisinger CMC Trauma, Rebecca Rybak from the Northeast Highway Program, & Wally Boyle from EMS of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

Did you know that August is Back to School Month?

While you're out and about shopping for school supplies, remember to also consider taking the time to learn more about back to school safety tips (including bike safety, pedestrian safety, and school bus safety!): https://pasafekids.org/specialized-topics/fall/

08/08/2026

Going on vacation? A Children's Health expert provides tips for bringing a car seat on the plane and other travel info for parents of infants and toddlers.