Protecting Kids from the leading cause of death and disability--

Accidental Injuries


 

Safe Kids Larimer County, led by Poudre Valley Health System,  is a partnership of health care providers, government agencies, civic clubs, law enforcement, and private and public organizations committed to preventing accidental injuries in children ages birth to 14 years old.  We are part of the Safe Kids Worldwide, made up of over 450 coaltions nationwide.  Safe Kids works to keep Larimer County children safe by focusing on the following areas of injury prevention:

  • Child Passenger/Motor Vehicle Safety
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety
  • Fire and Burn Prevention
  • Water Safety
  • Choking and Poisoning Prevention
  • Fall Prevention
  • Firearm Safety

Please check our Safety Tip of the Month page or the Safe Kids Worldwide website to learn about ways you can protect your child at home and in the car.

Safe Kids Larimer County participates in a variety of programs and activities to increase awareness and help the community work to protect children.  Call our Buckle-Up Hotline at (970) 495-7502 or check out our Car Seat Resources page for upcoming Child Safety Events. 


**If you are an expectant parent (or brand new parent), check out our Car Seat Resources Page for a class designed just for you!  It is held at Poudre Fire Station #14 the last Tuesday of each month!  We discuss basic child safety issues, as well as, provide you with education and assistance on car seat safety.


For more information, contact Janet Werst, Injury Prevention Coordinator for Poudre Valley Health System at
jw12@pvhs.org or (970) 495-7504.