Safe & Healthy Children's Coalition of Collier County

06/12/2026

We're excited to share this special event supporting Who We Play For. Join us on June 27 for a fun night at the ballpark while supporting lifesaving ECG screenings for student-athletes. Check out the details below and grab your tickets!

Join Who We Play For for a night of family fun at the ballpark! We’re teaming up with the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels as they take on the St. Lucie Mets on June 27th for a special Nonprofit Spirit Night, and we want YOU there.

Come learn how our ECG screenings help protect student-athletes and fulfill the Second Chance Act screening requirement - because every young athlete deserves to play safely. The best part?

When you purchase tickets through our custom link, $5 from every ticket comes directly back to Who We Play For. Your seat in the stands helps save lives. Grab your tickets, bring the family, and let’s play ball for a cause that matters!

🎟️ Get your tickets here: www.gofevo.com/event/WhoWePlayFor26

06/12/2026

Stewie the Duck had an amazing time visiting with students at Innovation Preparatory Academy of Naples and sharing important water safety messages - like Never Swim Alone.

Special thank you to FLDPF - Florida Drowning Prevention Foundation for supporting Stewie The Duck Norwalk in Collier County.

06/11/2026

Drowning isn’t like the movies. It’s fast, and it’s silent, happening in the moments when we might least expect it.

This is a stark reminder that vigilance near water is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a pool, a bathtub or the beach, always keep a watchful eye on loved ones, especially children.

Let’s spread awareness and take action to prevent these quiet tragedies.

06/10/2026

Lifesaving skills starts with YOU. ❤️

CPR is a vital of Layer of Protection, and that's why we're proud to be participating in this important event.

On Saturday, June 13, the American Heart Association SWFL is bringing our community together for a FREE CPR Education & Heart Health Fair—because knowledge is power and preparedness saves lives.

Come learn, connect, and help build a healthier, heart-safe Collier County.

06/08/2026

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsor 💙
We’re so grateful to FLDPF - Florida Drowning Prevention Foundation for your continued support of Stewie The Duck Norwalk, our beloved water safety ambassador! Because of your commitment, Stewie keeps making waves in our community—sharing lifesaving lessons, bringing smiles, and helping protect children.

Your partnership allows us to reach thousands of kids and families with critical drowning prevention messages each year. Together, we’re making a lasting impact and creating a safer future.

From all of us at the NCH Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition—thank you for being a champion for child safety! 💛

06/06/2026

Being prepared in case of an emergency is a critical layer of protection and knowing how to perform CPR is important.

Here are 5 steps to take if you encounter a person who has had a drowning incident:
1. Assess the Situation: Make sure it’s safe, then check if the person is conscious.
2. Call for Help: Dial emergency services or instruct someone to do so.
3. Check for Breathing: If absent, start CPR.
4. Perform CPR with Rescue Breaths and Chest Compressions.
5. Repeat: Continue the cycle until help arrives.

Remember, this is a simplified overview. Proper training is essential for effective CPR.

Stay informed, stay prepared!

06/05/2026

This powerful StoryCorps story reminds us how one moment in the water can change a life forever—and how one person’s quick action can save it. 💙

Drowning prevention takes all of us. From supervision to swim skills to safe environments, every layer matters.

Right now, Florida is seeing a troubling rise in child fatalities from drowning. These tragedies are preventable—and together, we can help stop them.

Let’s honor stories like this by taking action:
✅ Stay close, stay alert
✅ Teach water safety and swim skills
✅ Secure pools and water access

Find resources, tips, and ways to get involved at WaterSmartCollier.com.

More than 30 years after being rescued from drowning in a pond, Tom Copeland meets Brad Jachna, the man who saved him as a child.

06/04/2026

The Boys & Girls Club of Collier County team is gearing up for SWIM Central this summer!

Lifeguards and water safety instructors recently took part in a hands-on training, picking up helpful tips from local swim instructor and aquatic resource Alexandria Hernandez.

SWIM Central is a 10-day water safety program made possible by the generous support of the Naples Children Foundation. Since 2012, more than 13,000 kids have taken part in over 107,000 lessons—helping build skills and confidence in the water.

We’re so excited to keep growing this program and help even more Collier County kids stay safe around water! 💙🌊

06/02/2026

The Collier County Youth Resource Coalition (YRC), led by the Collier County Sheriff's Office, proudly celebrated Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day and International Water Safety Day! 💙

YRC brings together dedicated community organizations focused on supporting the safety, success, and wellbeing of youth across our community. Together, we’re raising awareness about the importance of water safety and helping keep our families safe.

05/29/2026

✈️🌊 Gearing up for a getaway?
Here’s a Water Safety Vacation Checklist from National Drowning Prevention Alliance

This essential guide helps you and your family keep water safety top of mind—whether you’re just starting to plan or reviewing safety features at your accommodations. From pools to beaches, this step‑by‑step checklist supports smarter, safer vacation decisions.

✅ Download it now and check off each item as you prepare for a water‑smart vacation.

☀️ Safety is just as important as fun in the sun!

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