Whitman County | Safe Kids

Safe Sleep

Cribettes & Sleep Sacks

Whitman County Public Health provides eligible families with cribettes, sleep sacks, and safe sleep education.

Who Qualifies?

You must be a Washington State Resident and be income eligible.

How do I know if I am income eligible?

Current participants of WIC, SNAP, TANF, CHIP, and/or Medicaid. You will need to take a picture of your active program card or other proof of program participation during the application process.
You may also qualify if you meet the WIC Income Guidelines below. You will need to take a picture of a pay stub or income statement during the application process.

How do I show I am a Washington Resident?

You must provide appropriate Proof of Washington State Residency.

Proof of Washington State Residency

You must show residency through one of the following ways:

Driver’s license
Student ID
Military ID
Utility bill

You will need to take a picture of your ID or document during the application process.

Program Application

To apply for the program, submit an online Safe Kids: Cribette & Sleep Sack Application.

Note: While filling out the application, you will need to take a picture of your proof of residency and proof of income to confirm your eligibility.

Apply Online

WIC Income Guidelines

Number of People in Your Household	Maximum Annual Income to Qualify	Maximum Monthly Income to Qualify
2	$39,128	$3,261
3	$49,303	$4,109
4	$59,478	$4,957
5	$69,653	$5,805
6	$79,828	$6,653
7	$90,003	$7,501

Safe Travel

Car Seats, Booster Seats & Installation

Whitman County Public Health provides eligible families with car seats and booster seats. Anyone is eligible for an installation.

Who Qualifies?

You must be a Washington State Resident and be income eligible.

How do I know if I am income eligible?

Current participants of WIC, SNAP, TANF, CHIP, and/or Medicaid. You will need to take a picture of your active program card or other proof of program participation during the application process.
You may also qualify if you meet the WIC Income Guidelines below. You will need to take a picture of a pay stub or income statement during the application process.

How do I show I am a Washington Resident?

You must provide appropriate Proof of Washington State Residency.

Proof of Washington State Residency

You must show residency through one of the following ways:

Driver’s license
Student ID
Military ID
Utility bill

You will need to take a picture of your ID or document during the application process.

Program Application

To apply for the program, submit an online Safe Kids: Car Seat Application.

Note: While filling out the application, you will need to take a picture of your proof of residency and proof of income to confirm your eligibility.

Apply Online

WIC Income Guidelines

Number of People in Your Household	Maximum Annual Income to Qualify	Maximum Monthly Income to Qualify
2	$39,128	$3,261
3	$49,303	$4,109
4	$59,478	$4,957
5	$69,653	$5,805
6	$79,828	$6,653
7	$90,003	$7,501

Everyone Qualifies for a Car Seat or Booster Seat Installation!

In-Person: WCPH Schedules For You

Call one of WCPH's office locations for assistance with scheduling an In-Person Installation Appointment.

In-Person: Schedule Yourself

View the Directory of Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) to find contact information for CPSTs in Whitman County.

Tip: Select the State as "Washington" and the County as "Whitman" when searching.

View Directory of CPSTs

Virtual: Schedule Yourself

Schedule a Virtual Car Seat Check with a Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST).

Schedule with Safety Connection

Install Yourself

View Car Seat Safety Checklist

Thank You

Pullman Fire & Police Departments

A special thanks to the Pullman Fire & Police Departments who prioritize offering no-cost car seat installations to our community!

Safe Play

Bike Helmets

Whitman County Public Health has been working to prevent head injuries in children by provide bicycling helmets throughout the county.

We have a supply of bicycle helmets in various sizes for children, if your child needs one stop by one of our WCPH office locations during normal business hours.

Bike Helmet Fit Test

Watch Instructional Video

Step 1

Eyes

Put the helmet on your head. Look Up. You should see the bottom rim of the helmet.

Step 2

Ears

Make sure the straps form a “V” under your ears when buckled. The straps should be a little tight but comfortable.

Step 3

Mouth

Open your mouth as wide as you can. Does the helmet hug your head? If not, tighten the straps.

Safe Play

Water Safely

No-Cost Swim Classes

All Year Round

Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinic

Therapy Pool
1200 W Fairview St
Colfax, WA 99111
Get Directions

Costs of the Baby & Me Aquatics Class are 100% covered through WCPH.

For more information visit: Aquatic Pool | Whitman Hospital & Medical Clinics (whmc.org)

More Information

Summer Only

City of Palouse

Palouse Pool
120 E Main St
Palouse, WA 99161
Get Directions

Boyer Park & Marina
Wawawai Landing
Blyton Boat Launch
Nisqually John Landing
Rock Lake

Rock Lake

Snake River

Safe Home

Medicine Lock Boxes & Childproofing

Lock Boxes

Any medication—with or without a prescription—can be harmful if taken in the wrong way or by the wrong person. Lock Boxes are one of the most effective deterrents to accidental poisonings, overdose, medicine theft, and misuse.

Stop by one of our WCPH office locations during normal business hours to pickup a lockbox!

Safe Kids, Safe Home

Childproofing Guidebook

This guidebook provides tips and checklists for preparing your home for children, whether you're a seasoned pro or bringing home your first.

View Childproofing Guidebook

Open Recalls

Keep Your Family Safe

Search general products, vehicles, car seats, tires and other equipment for safety recalls, investigations, complaints and manufacturer communication.

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Program Contact

If you have any questions, please call us at 509-397-6280 or email us at PersonalFamilyHealth@whitmancounty.gov.

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