Safe Kids Southern New Jersey

Baby being buckled into car seat

Safe Kids USA is the nation’s first and only nonprofit organization dedicated exclusively to the preventing unintentional childhood injuries. 

Safe Kids Southern New Jersey is one of more than 450 coalitions that make up Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations whose mission is to prevent accidental childhood injuries through education community programs, advocacy, and partnerships. 

Cooper University Health Care serves as the lead agency for Safe Kids Southern New Jersey. As home to the Southern New Jersey Regional Trauma Center and The Children's Regional Hospital at Cooper – South Jersey's only state-designated acute care hospital for children – Cooper is uniquely positioned to lead efforts that protect children and families in our region. 

About Safe Kids Worldwide 

Founded in 1987 as the National Safe Kids Campaign by Children's National Medical Center with support from Johnson & Johnson, Safe Kids Worldwide brings together health and safety experts educators corporations, foundations governments, and volunteers across 16 countries. Together, they work to create a culture of safety and reduce preventable injuries in children.   

Car Seat Safety Inspections 

Proper car seat use can significantly reduce the risk of injury in a crash. At no cost, a Safe Kids-certified child passenger safety technician will: 

  • Help you identify the right car seat for your child’s age, height, and weight 
  • Provide expert assistance with proper installation 

Inspections are open to parents, grandparents and anyone who transports children. 

Schedule a Car Seat Inspection 

For a complete list of car seat inspection stations, click here.  

To schedule a live virtual car seat check-up, email Maureen Donnelly, Certified Safe Kids Passenger Safety Technician Instructor, at donnelly-maureen@cooperhealth.edu or call 856.342.2082

Additional Safety Programs 

Cooper also offers educational programs on a variety of important safety topics:  

  • Bike helmet safety 
  • Summer safety  
  • Home safety 

To learn more about our program, call 856.968.TOTS (856.968.8687)