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Keep Kids Safe While You Are Sheltering at Home

04/09/2020

Dale Edwards, News of Orange As restrictions put in place by N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper are extended for weeks, parents struggle to keep their children entertained or on task with distance learning, all the while many of them are working from home. The complications of parents being stretched thin and in several different directions could Read More

Hillsborough Elementary literally takes steps to boost safety awareness

02/03/2020

It was a perfect way to start a Marvelous Monday. Dozens of students, parents, teachers and other members of the Orange County community took part in Walk to School day, a program geared to re-enforcing pedestrian safety, community building and exercise. It was the first such event held at Hillsborough Elementary School. Principal Christine Kreider Read More

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week is Dec. 2—6, 2019

11/28/2019

Occupational therapy practitioners empower aging baby-boomers with community mobility options BETHESDA, MD (Nov. 19, 2019) — As baby boomers enter the over 65 age bracket at an alarming rate (10,000 each day), the concern for older drivers’ safety and independence is greater now than at any time in our history. Adults 65 and older make Read More

Carfit

10/02/2019

UNC Trauma and UNC Chatham are hosting a CarFit program on October 11th from 10AM – 2 PM. Read this Chatham News & Record article to learn from our injury prevention coordinator how CarFit can benefit you or a senior you love by keeping you safe and independent on the road. Email Anna Stormzand at Read More

Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma Funds 20 Community Grants Across U.S.

10/02/2019

Programs Include Stop the Bleed Training, Child Safety and EMS Education WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (Sept. 30, 2019) – After a rigorous review process, the Childress Institute for Pediatric Trauma has selected 20 pediatric trauma grant projects from communities across the U.S. to receive funding. The recipients are from 13 different states and the projects cover a Read More

Safe Systems for Safer Streets

09/11/2019

Pilot Program Yields Positive Results America Walks is deeply troubled by the sharp increase in pedestrian fatalities over the last decade. Last year, 6,227 pedestrians were killed. This was up from almost 6,000 in 2017 and the largest number since 1990. Seniors, people of color and low-income individuals are at greatest risk – over twice Read More

Getting to School Safely

08/01/2019

Here are smart tips on how to get children to and from school safely, whether they walk, ride the bus, carpool or bike.

Press Release – Water safety, rip currents – enjoy summer fun, but stay safe…

06/19/2019

Rip currents are powerful currents of water moving away from shore. They can sweep even the strongest swimmer away from shore. If at all possible, swim near a lifeguard. Read More

Fireworks Safety – Letter of Opposition to NC HB 615

05/10/2019

Greetings to you all, In service as Chair and on behalf of the State Trauma Advisory Committee’s (STAC) Injury Prevention Subcommittee, I am writing this letter to formally voice opposition to some recently filed legislation, Senate Bill 566 (SB566) and House Bill (HB615), short titled, the NC Consumer Fireworks Safety Act. It is the wish Read More

Looking for Volunteer Coaches

05/09/2019

Chances are you know someone who has fallen or who is afraid of falling. A Matter of Balance is a proven program designed to help people manage concerns about falls and increase physical activity. Southern Maine Agency on Aging is looking for volunteers to help provide this program. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage Read More

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