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Health and Safety for Children and Teens

Parents and caregivers want their kids and teens to be as safe and healthy as possible. We can help with that. Find mental health resources, car seat information, ways to keep your home safe, seasonal injury prevention tips, classes and more. We’re grateful to be a partner on your parenting journey.

Health and Safety Topics

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Prevent and Treat Illness

Learn how to prevent common childhood illnesses, when it’s safe to care for illnesses at home and when to seek care.

Injury Prevention

Preventable injuries are the leading cause of child and teen death in the U.S. Get information and resources to help keep kids and teens safe.

Mental Health

Learn how to support your child or teen’s mental wellness, how to recognize the signs of a mental health problem and how to get help.

Parenting Advice

Find resources on healthy development, handling challenging behavior and having family conversations as your child grows and develops.

Nutrition and Wellness

Find information on nutrition, fitness, sleep and hygiene.

Classes and Events

Browse our listing of community classes and events.

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