Poison Prevention Safety: According to the American Association
of Poison Control Centers, more than one million children in this
country were involved in accidental poisonings in 1996 -- and more than
90 percent of those poisonings occurred in the home. AHF provides
programs to families and children to educate and to serve as a reminder
that we must teach younger children what substances might be poisonous
and to teach older children how they can protect themselves and others
from accidental poisoning.
Car Seat Safety Education: Car crashes are the leading cause of
accident-related death among children. Every year car crashes kill around
1,800 children under 14 and injure 280,000. AHF works closely with the
National Safe Kids Coalition to provide programs at our communities.
Holiday Safety: The Holidays are a time for celebration. They are
also a time for increased risk of hazards. AHF, with local law enforcement
employees, provides programs to keep families safe during the holiday
season.