Shaken Baby Prevention Community Presentation

-from the Fairfield Police Department 

The Fairfield Police Department’s Family Violence Unit will be conducting a Community Shaken Baby Prevention Presentation.  If you are a new or expecting parent, an infant care provider, babysitter, or industry professional, this powerful presentation will show you the damaging effects that shaking a baby causes to the brain.  Learn ways to cope with an inconsolable baby and let us help you set up a plan to succeed.

Studies have shown that on average, in 100,000 children under one year suffered abusive brain trauma, with approximately 1,300 suffering fatal injuries every year.  The presentation, using a RealCare Shaken Baby Simulator, will demonstrate the devastating effect of shaking an infant.

Please join us on Wednesday August 21st at 6:30 pm in Willow Hall at the Fairfield Community Center, 1000 Kentucky St.  The doors will open at 6:00 pm with informational tables being provided by the following local social service providers –

·      LIFT3 Support Group – Offering a Domestic violence shelter, counseling and court services, and bilingual services.

·      Safe Quest – Domestic violence shelter and sexual assault counseling and court services.

·      Child Haven – Counseling services for children, teens, and families. Domestic violence and co-parenting classes.

·      Children’s Nurturing Project – Counseling and support services for high risk children and families.

This presentation is free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served.

Please RSVP for the event on the Fairfield Police Department’s Facebook Page under the events tab, or call 707-428-7600.  If you have any questions, or would like more information, please contact Detective Steve Trojanowski Jr. at 707-428-7552.