Your donation can provide financial assistance for children to enroll in swimming lessons. Many organizations offer swim lesson scholarships to underserved communities or families who may not otherwise be able to afford lessons.
Support programs that educate children and their families about water safety practices, including the importance of supervision, recognizing drowning risks, and how to respond in emergencies.
Donate to initiatives that provide free or low-cost life jackets to children and families, particularly in areas where water recreation is common but access to safety equipment may be limited.
Your donation can help fund the installation of safety equipment such as pool fences, alarms, and covers to prevent unsupervised access.
Barriers and Alarms
Supervision
Water Competency
Appropriate use of Life Jackets
Emergency Preparation
Preventing drowning in children is crucial, and there are several measures parents and caregivers
can take to ensure their safety around water.
Always supervise children around water, whether it's a pool, bathtub, or any body of water. Keep them within arm's reach, especially for younger children.
Enroll children in swimming lessons at an early age. Even basic swimming skills can help prevent drowning incidents.
Install a fence around home pools with a self-closing and self- latching gate to prevent unsupervised access to the pool area.
Ensure children wear properly fitted life jackets when boating, swimming in open water, or participating in water sports.
Parents and caregivers should learn CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). Knowing how to perform CPR can save lives in drowning emergencies.
Teach children about water safety rules, including not diving into shallow water, not swimming alone, and staying away from drains and pool suction fittings.
Always empty tubs, buckets, and other containers immediately after use to prevent small children from accidentally falling in and drowning.
Stay alert and avoid distractions when supervising children around water. Drowning can happen quickly and silently.
When the pool is not in use, cover it with a safety cover to prevent access by children or pets.
Consider installing alarms on doors leading to the pool area and pool alarms that sound if someone enters the water.
Adults supervising children around water should avoid alcohol and drugs, as impaired judgment can lead to accidents.
Set a good example by following water safety rules yourself. Children are more likely to adopt safe practices if they see adults doing the same.
in the pool unattended can indeed pose a serious risk, especially for children who might be tempted to reach for them and accidentally fall in. It's crucial to always supervise children around water and ensure that all pool toys are removed from the pool after use to prevent any accidents or drownings. Safety should always be a top priority around water.