MAKING CHANGE 4 DROWNING PREVENTION
A registered non-profit committed to drowning prevention and water safety best practices in Volusia County, Florida
Drowning has been defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as "the process of experiencing respiratory impairment from submersion/immersion in liquid." The outcome of a drowning incident can be classified as "death," "morbidity," and "no morbidity". The more common terms used in discussions are "fatal" or "nonfatal" drownings.
DROWNING IS PREVENTABLE!
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
- Drowning can occur in less than 2 inches of water and under 30 seconds.
- Drowning does not discriminate. It can happen to the wealthy, the poor, experienced and non-experienced swimmers, and ethnicity.
- Drowning can occur in an aquarium, bath tub, bucket, toilet, washing machine, kiddie pool, above ground pool, in ground pool, creek, river, stream, ocean, retention pond or fountain.
Be Aware!
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
- Assign an adult who can swim to always watch the children.
- Do not talk on or use your phone while the children are in the water.
- Do not leave children unattended in ANY water, even for a minute.
- Make sure all barriers are secured at all times.
- Keep children within arms' reach.
- Keep a phone pool side for emergency use only.
Be Prepared!
Did You Know?
Be Prepared!
- Learn CPR.
- Flotation devices provide a false sense of security. If you must use anything it should be a Coast Guard Approved Type II, age and weight appropriate life jacket. Type II floatation is designed to keep the individual in a face up floating position. Your children become dependent on puddle jumpers and arm bands as much as you do!
Support Our Mission to Save Lives
Your donation helps us provide life-saving resources and education to prevent drowning. Join us in making a difference in our community and beyond. Every contribution counts, no matter how small. Together, we can create a safer future.
Contact Us
Making Change 4 Drowning
makingchange4DP@gmail.com
