The Safe Kids Johnson County Coalition exists to eliminate accidental injury and death to chlidren ages 14 and under in and around Johnson County.
The Safe Kids Johnson County coalition community involement includes bike rodeos, discounted bike helmets, car seat safety checks/replacements, participation in Safety Village, health and safety fairs.
Action groups include bike safety, car seat safety, fire and burn safety, water safety, and farm safety. If you would like to become a member feel free to contact a member of the steering committee (see below) or call Mercy's Community Relations Department at 339-3658.
SAFE KIDS Steering Committee | |
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| Doug Stahl | Mercy Iowa City, co-coordinator |
| Tom Lacina | Iowa City Fire Department, co-coordinator |
| Joyce Carroll | Iowa City Parks and Recreations |
| Louise From | DPO Safety Representative |
| Roger Jensen | Iowa City Fire Department |
| Travis Mai | Coralville Parks and Recreations Department |
| Al Mebus | Iowa City Police Department |
| Dr. Pete Wallace | Mercy Iowa City |
| Evelyn Wolfe | Bureau of Emergency Medical Services |
The National SAFE KIDS Campaign is the first and only national organization dedicated solely to the prevention of unintentional childhood injury-the number one killer of children ages 14 and under. More than 316 State and Local SAFE KIDS Coalitions in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico comprise the Campaign. Vice President Al Gore and Tipper Gore are honorary chairs and former U.S. Surgeon General C. Everett Koop, M.D., is chairman of the Campaign.
Most parents work hard to keep their children healthy: immunizations, nutritious meals, regular checkups. But many parents don't realize that unintentional injuries are responsible for more deaths and disability to children than all childhood diseases combined. Most childhood injuries can be predicted and prevented.
© 2006 Safe Kids Johnson County Coalition