Safe Kids North Shore

05/26/2026

Did you know that kids are at a higher risk for dehydration and heat illness compared to adults? It's easy for kids to forget to stop and drink water when they're having a great time playing outside on a hot and humid day. Be sure your kids drink water every 15-20 minutes during play!

05/22/2026

This year, 5 children have died in hot cars nationwide, with 3 incidents reported in the past two days, a tragic reminder that we can all take steps to help prevent hot car deaths. It only takes a few minutes for a car to heat up and become deadly to a child inside. As summer temperatures rise, more kids are at risk. It's never OK to leave a child alone in a car, not even for a minute, and not even with the window cracked or the car running. To learn more about protecting kids from hot cars: https://www.safekids.org/safetytips/field_risks/hot-cars

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05/18/2026

Heading off to any road trips this summer? Make sure your little ones are safe and secure in your backseat!

Join us for our FREE Friday car seat check day at Station 11!
When: Friday May 22nd, 2026 from 10:00-3:00
Where: GT Metro Station 11 (3000 Albany St.)

Appointments are strongly encouraged! Call 231-947-3000 ext. 1234 to lock in your spot today!

05/01/2026

May 1st is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. This is your reminder to never leave ANYONE, including children, vulnerable adults, and pets, in an unattended car for ANY length of time.

Every year, children lose their lives in hot cars, and in 1 in 4 cases, they got in on their own and couldn’t get back out.

On National Heatstroke Prevention Day, we’re reminding parents of tips to prevent these tragedies:

• Always lock your vehicle, even at home
• Keep keys and fobs out of children’s reach
• Teach kids that cars are not play areas

A parked car can heat up quickly, even on mild days. A few simple habits can save a life.

04/20/2026

As you’re tackling your spring cleaning list, don’t forget one of the most important places to check—your child’s car seat!

Car seats can get loose, installed incorrectly, or simply outgrown over time. Let us help make sure your little one is riding as safely as possible. 💙

Join us for our Car Seat Check Friday where certified technicians will be on hand to check your seat, answer questions, and give you peace of mind.

📅 Friday, April 24th
⏰ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
📍 GT Metro Fire Dept. Station 11

📞 Call to make an appointment: 231-947-3000 ext. 1234

Clean out the clutter, double-check your safety, and head into spring with confidence! 🌼✔️

04/14/2026

Does your child have a SnugRide Turn & Slide car seat? Head to https://recalls.gracobaby.com/ to find out if it's under a new recall, and the next steps you need to take.

At Graco, the safety of children and the trust of parents and caregivers mean everything to us. We are conducting a voluntary recall of a limited number of SnugRide Turn & Slide products due to a structural issue identified during a post-production laboratory test.

This recall is limited to the recently introduced SnugRide Turn & Slide model sold in the United States from January 2026 through March 2026. No other Graco rotating car seats are affected, including EasyTurn and Turn2Me. No other SnugRide models are affected.

For more information, to check whether your product is included, and to register, please visit recalls.gracobaby.com.

03/20/2026

We have several openings available for our upcoming Car Seat Check Day!

When: Friday, March 27th from 10-3
Where: Station 11 (3000 Albany St., Traverse City)

Appointments are anywhere from 30-60 minutes.

Call 231-947-3000 ext. 1234 to lock in your appointment today!

03/20/2026

Take a moment to save the Poison Help line in your phone:

1-800-222-1222.

The Poison Help line is fast, free, staffed by experts, and available 24/7, 365 days a year.

You never know when you might need it!

02/05/2026

A good reminder right before the Big Game this weekend!

Furniture and TV tip-overs happen more often than many people realize, and they can cause serious injuries to children. In fact, every 3 weeks a child dies from a furniture or TV tip-over, and seven children visit the ER every day because of one.

The good news? A few simple changes can make a big difference:
✔ Secure TVs and furniture to the wall
✔ Keep heavy items on lower shelves
✔ Avoid placing toys or remotes where kids may climb to reach them
✔ Use anti-tip brackets or wall straps

Take a minute to check your home today — it could prevent a serious injury tomorrow. Please see the infographic below for easy safety tips you can use right away.