OSDH to Host Booster Seat Distribution Events Across the Oklahoma City Metro Area

OKLAHOMA CITY – More than 90% of children who use lap-and-shoulder seat belts under the age of 10 should still be in a booster seat, according to data collected by AAA and the National Safety Council.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is working in partnership with Safe Kids Oklahoma, the Metropolitan Library System, and OKC-County Health Department to ensure Oklahoma families receive education on booster seat use. A limited number of free seats will be provided to qualifying families. 

The child, parent or legal guardian of the child, and vehicle must be present to receive a seat.

Parents or legal guardians must also bring proof of government assistance (e.g. WIC/SNAP/SoonerCare) to qualify for a seat.

Southern Oaks Metropolitan Library, 6900 S Walker Ave, OKC, OK 73139

• Monday, July 17, 2-4PM
• Monday, Aug. 7, 9:30-11:30AM 

Belle Isle Metropolitan Library, 5501 N Villa Ave, OKC, OK 73112

• Monday, July 24, 9:30-11:30AM 
• Monday, Aug. 7, 9:30-11:30AM

Bethany Metropolitan Library, 6700 NW 35th St, Bethany OK 73008

• Wednesday, July 19, 9:30 – 11:30AM 
• Wednesday, July 26, 9:30 – 11:30AM
• Wednesday, Aug. 2, 9:30 – 11:30AM 
• Wednesday, Aug. 9, 9:30 – 11:30AM 

For more information contact the OSDH Injury Prevention Service at 405.426.8440.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) protects and improves public health through its system of local health services and strategies focused on preventing disease. OSDH provides technical support and guidance to 68 county health departments in Oklahoma, as well as guidance and consultation to the two independent city-county health departments in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Learn more at Oklahoma.gov/health.

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