How to Obtain Proper Car Seats for Low-Income Families

The United States Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that car accidents are the leading cause of death in children ages 2 to 14 years old. Infants and toddlers have a significantly greater chance of surviving a crash if they are properly fastened into an appropriate car seat. The laws of every state require the use of car seats; however, not everyone can afford to purchase a new one. Low-income families have a variety of resources they can tap to find a car seat.

Instructions

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      Ask the hospital where you will deliver if they have car seats available for bringing your baby home. Even if the hospital doesn't have a program, someone there probably can help you find a car seat.

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      Call your local fire and police departments. Since they often deal with the tragedies associated with children in car accidents, they usually are very active in helping to ensure that every child has a car seat. In fact, many departments have programs that provide car seats to low-income people.

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      Inquire with your local Women Infant Child (WIC) program. Some WIC offices have car seats and other necessities stocked up for low-income families.

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      Ask your local Department of Social Services for help in obtaining a car seat for your child. Depending on your income and the programs available in your state, you might get a voucher to purchase a new seat. Some DSS offices have divisions that specialize in making sure that low-income families have car seats, cribs and other essential baby items.

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