Safe Kids McKean County

 

Safe Kids McKeanMission

To promote the prevention of childhood injuries in McKean County through

education, collaboration and advocacy.

History

In 2005 the CARE for Children Board of Directors identified child safety and injury prevention as a new initiative at the agency after learning that several of the children that were receiving therapeutic services were disabled because of accidental injuries.  In April of 2006, CARE learned that McKean County did not have a Safe Kids chapter and applied to Safe Kids Pennsylvania for recognition of a local chapter.  Upon approval CARE sought out the support of other community partners and stakeholders in child safety initiatives to form the advisory council.  The United Way of the Bradford Area and Safe Kids Pennsylvania provided essential start up funding and a private foundation also provided significant support to get the new chapter off the ground. 

CARE for Children's Board of Directors annually designates a portion of the agency budget including personnel costs to Safe Kids McKean, and CARE serves as the fiscal agency for the chapter.

How do we fulfill our mission?

  • We sponsor effective injury reduction activities targeted to regional needs.
  • We promote awareness and education among child injury prevention advocates.
  • We support public policies and programs that reduce injuries among children and youth.
  • We provide safety education to children and youth in the major risk areas of traffic safety, water safety, fire safety, poisoning and falls prevention.

We need the support of volunteers like YOU!

safe kids DAREAdvisory Council

The Advisory Council is a committee of representatives from various organizations; and individuals who are committed to the Safe Kids’ mission of preventing injuries to children in McKean County willing to assist and support the development of on-going activities for Safe Kids McKean. For a complete list of advisory council members please see the current Report to the Community.

View the Safe Kids McKean Report to the Community 2010-2011

View the Safe Kids McKean Report to the Community 2009-2010

View the Safe Kids McKean Report to the Community 2008-2009

Ongoing Programs

carseat safetyBringing Up Safe Babies - View the Safe Babies PDF

Community Safety Fairs - Safe Kids holds safety fairs in communities across the county. Safety Fairs typically have car seat safety check zones, helmet fittings and giveaways, and safety items and materials from various organizations.

Free Smoke Detectors for the Bradford Area - Safe Kids McKean donated 100 Smoke Detectors to the Bradford City Fire Department for their Fire Safety Program for Families. Contact the Bradford City Fire Department at 814-368-3141 for more information.

Cribs for Kids - Safe Kids McKean has received grants from both Safe Kids Pennsylvania and the PA Department of Health for pack-n-play portable cribs, which are distributed to families with babies under 1 year of age that do not have a safe sleep environment. Please contact the PA Department of Health at

814-368-0426 for more information.

Car Seat Safety Checks - A senior certified child passenger seat specialist provides car seat checks at safety fairs, independent car seat safety events, and by appointment. Safe Kids McKean generally has funding to replace old or outdated car seats for parents.

Ride Safe Safety Events - Safe Kids McKean partners with local communities to host events at which children can be fitted for and receive a bicycle helmet, if need be.  Participants also receive various other safety items and materials, and are able to take part in a bicycle safety derby.  Events have been held in Bradford, Eldred, Kane, Port Allegany and Smethport.

Educational Workshops - Safe Kids McKean holds educational workshops & trainings for parents and professionals. Please check the Special Events link for more information.

Child Safety Presentations - Members from Safe Kids McKean present to classrooms across the county as well as civic groups and other organizations. Contact Safe Kids McKean for more information.

Information & Referral - Safe Kids McKean has current child safety information as well as referral services. Contact Safe Kids McKean for more information or visit Child Safety Zone link on this page.

Contact Information

Bradford Safety DaySafe Kids McKean Lead Organization
CARE for Children
P.O. Box 616
20 Russell Boulevard
Bradford, PA 16701
Phone: (814) 362-4621
Fax: (814) 362-1066

Tina M. Martin, Safe Kids McKean Coordinator
Executive Director, CARE for Children
tinam@careforchildren.info

Kim Murphey, Safe Kids McKean Co-Coordinator
Community Relations Coordinator, CARE for Children
kimm@careofrchildren.info

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CARE for Children · P.O. Box 616, 20 Russell Boulevard, Bradford, PA 16701 · (814) 362-4621