In partnership with University Hospitals and Ohio Buckles Buckeyes (OBB), the Lake County General Health District (LCGHD) provides car seats to income-eligible families (while quantities last). The purpose of the program is to increase the availability of child safety seats to families who are unable to afford car seats and to increase correct installation and proper use of car seats.
To receive a car seat, the parent/legal caregiver must attend an educational class provided by an LCGHD employee who has successfully completed training and received their Certified Passenger Safety Technician (CPST). During this educational class, caregivers receive information about car seat safety, correct use of a car seat, proper installation of a car seat in their vehicle, and are provided hands-on installation experience. Although the car seat is only provided to the parent/legal caregiver, anyone using the seat is welcome to attend the class to receive education. Please note, car seat distribution and education is by appointment only and while supplies last.
To be eligible for the program, you must:
- Show proof of Lake County residency
- Meet WIC income guidelines. (Note – an individual is not required to participate in the WIC Program.) Proof of income eligibility must be provided when you attend the educational session (e.g. Medicare, Medicaid, WIC, paystubs, W2s, benefits or award letter for unemployment, etc.).
- Have a vehicle present to install the car seat. Installation is required for the program. It is not required to have your own vehicle, you may use the vehicle of a family member or friend.
If you would like more information, or to sign up for the educational class, please contact:
Yolanda Mercado
(440)350-2554
ymercado@lcghd.org
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