Clarke County Prevent Child Abuse Council

10/19/2021

For their safety, kids 8 to 12 years old should ride in a booster seat until they outgrow the size limits of their booster, or until they are big enough for the seat belt to fit them properly. A properly fitting seat belt means:

-- The shoulder belt lies snugly across the shoulder and chest, not crossing the neck or face.
-- The lap belt lies snugly across the upper thighs, not the stomach.

Make sure your child is buckled up properly on every trip and remember to keep them in the back seat at least through age 12. Learn more: https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/seat-belts -issue-tweens

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

09/30/2021

SCICAP will be taking LIHEAP applications at our Outreach centers or online beginning October 1st for households with elderly members aged 60 or older and/or disabled family members, and November 1st for all other income- eligible households. Please contact your local Outreach center for an appointment.
Lucas-641-217-8180
Clarke-641-342-2101
Decatur- 641-446-4454
Wayne-641-872-1282
Monroe-641-932-5107
Online: https://scicap.org/utility-bill-assistance/

09/30/2021

09/27/2021

As your children grow, their needs change. But don’t make the move to a new seat too soon. Visit NHTSA.gov/carseat to enter their age and size, and make sure they’re in The Right Seat.

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

09/21/2021

Check out this training in Osceola next week! This is great for anyone working with children!!!

09/14/2021

90% of a child's brain is developed in the first five years. A safe, nurturing environment for children enables healthy development.

09/10/2021

Interested in learning more about anxiety and depression in adolescents? Come to the Osceola SWCC location on Thursday, Sept. 23rd to hear our provider, Jenifer Grissom, provide education and awareness on this topic. RSVP to our Osceola office at 641-342-9000.

09/06/2021

Does your family have an emergency plan? Create one with this interactive so everyone in the family knows what to do in case of a crisis: https://bit.ly/3DewIW5

08/23/2021

08/19/2021

Spending quality time with your child is an important part of encouraging healthy bonds as they grow. Creating fun routines, telling stories, and letting your child participate in family decisions are all ways to help your child build a sense of self and a sense of belonging.

08/17/2021

Your Life Iowa is available 24/7, 365 days a year – no matter where you are. When you need support with problems related to gambling, drug or alcohol use, mental health, and/or thoughts of su***de, we are here to support you. All services are free and confidential.