Safe Kids Virginia
Keeping kids safe, on the road, at home and at play
Since 2000, CHoR has been the lead agency for Safe Kids Virginia, a program dedicated to preventing unintentional injuries to children ages 14 and under. These efforts are in collaboration with the hospital pediatric trauma center and include outreach, education and advocacy.
Our trauma program not only treats children after an injury occurs, but also provides injury prevention outreach and education through public awareness activities such as car seat safety checks, safety fairs, seasonal injury prevention activities and participation in public policy. We believe prevention is the best medicine and are committed to working with our community to keep children safe.
Featured safety tips
Top risk areas and how to keep your children safe
- At home: It's important to be aware of the danger areas in your home so you can help keep your kids safe.
- Car and road: Keep your family safe in a car and near the road by following these tips and accessing these educational resources.
- Sports and at play: Learn how to keep your kids safe from preventable injuries so they can continue to participate in the sports and activities they love.
Safety Tips
Kids are going to fall, crash, slip and tumble. It's all part of being a kid, and we wouldn't want it any other way. But there are little things we can all do to ensure that kids avoid the more serious injuries that can lead to disabilities and even death.
Additional safety resources
- Virginia's car seat law: What you need to know
- Find a technician/instructor
- Financial assistance for car seats
- Virginia Department of Health, Center for Injury and Violence Prevention
- AAA Teen Driver Safety
- Virginia Poison Center
- Virginia Highway Safety Office
- VCU Medical Center Injury Prevention Initiative
- Virginia Emergency Medical Services for Children