KEEP ’EM SAFE – CHILD CAR SEAT PROGRAM

Grant Cycle: October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026

Keeping families safe. Empowering parents. Protecting children.

The Keep ’Em Safe (KES) Car Seat Program helps families across San Diego County keep their children safe on the road. We provide no-cost car seats, hands-on education, and support from certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians.

Our goal is simple:

Every child rides safely. Every family feels confident.

To Register online for the Keep ‘Em Safe Program, click the button below:

Who Can Apply

The program is available to families who meet the following criteria:

• Low-Income or First-Time Families: Families qualify based on household income or if this is their first time receiving a car seat from PSC. If your household has already received a car seat from KES, you are not eligible for another.
• Expectant Parents: Pregnant parents may apply starting at 32 weeks. We schedule delivery and installation a few weeks before your due date so you’re fully prepared when your baby arrives.
• Court-Ordered Participation: If you received a citation requiring a car seat class, please email: maricela@psc411.com, noting that your attendance is court-ordered.

How to Register

Choose the option that works best for you:

• Text: Send “CAR SEAT” to (619) 455-8194
• Online: Click the Register Now button and complete the short form.
  
  Register Online

After You Apply

Please allow up to 3 business days for review. A team member will contact you with next steps.

If approved, you will receive:

1. A confirmation text
2. Instructions to complete our online Child Passenger Safety Training
3. A link to schedule your appointment (after training is complete)

If additional information is needed, we will contact you within the same timeframe.

For faster assistance, email maricela@psc411.com.

Important Scheduling Notice

Due to high demand and limited funding, appointments may take 4–6 weeks to schedule after you complete the online training.

We appreciate your patience as we work to serve every eligible family.

About the Keep ’Em Safe Program

For 17 years, the Pacific Safety Center has proudly delivered the Keep ’Em Safe Car Seat Program with support from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and valued community partners.

Each year, we provide:

• 900+ No-Cost Car Seats
  Distributed to low-income, first-time, refugee, Native American, military, and underserved households.
• Child Passenger Safety Education
  Hybrid classes offered in English and Spanish, including materials in Arabic.
• 60+ Car Seat Check-Up & Distribution Events
  Hands-on learning with certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians.
• Professional Training for Service Providers
  Eight (8) 4-hour training courses for:
  • Social Workers
  • Public Health Nurses
  • Community Outreach Workers
  • Public Safety Personnel
  Topics include safety assessments, proper installation, air bag safety, heatstroke prevention, and SB 255 (Kaitlyn’s Law).

Our Impact Since 2009

• PSC has proudly:
• 22,800+ child safety and booster seats distributed
• 2,100+ CPS education classes delivered
• 23,900+ parents and caregivers trained
• Expanded services across San Diego County’s most underserved communities

Office Hours:

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
• KES Services: Fridays, Saturdays, and occasional Sundays

Child Passenger Safety Program Number: (619) 455-8194

What You Need to Register

Please have the following documents ready:

1. Photo ID
   Driver’s license, passport, military ID, or other valid identification.
2. Proof of Income
   Recent pay stubs, EBT card, WIC folder, or documentation for any government assistance.
3. Proof of Relationship (per child)
   Birth certificate, tax return, case file, or other legal documentation.

Contact Us

If you have questions or need help with the registration process:

• Child Passenger Safety Line:
  (619) 455-8194 — Call or text
  Replies within 48 business hours

Office Hours:

• Mon–Thurs: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• KES Services: Fridays, Saturdays, and selected Sundays

PLEASE NOTE:

We appreciate your patience. Due to funding constraints and high program demand, please allow 4–6 weeks from the date you complete the online Child Passenger Training before your appointment can be scheduled.

If you have questions, please call or text our CPS number at (619) 455-8194.

Thank you for partnering with PSC to keep every child safe on the road!

Questions? Concerns? Get In Touch!