The WHALE (We Have A Little Emergency) Program car seat safety program was developed by Connie Day, a caregiver from Virginia.

In the event of an automobile accident that incapacitates the adult driver and passengers, rescue personnel can have a difficult time identifying any children riding in car safety seats. Sometimes, the adults may not be related to the child passenger; which makes obtaining important information about the child difficult or impossible. In such a situation, WHALE can make a considerable difference, possibly saving a life.

One Informational Label attached to the rear of the car seat provides important information about that child in the seat, such as name, date of birth, medical history, and who to contact in case of an emergency. If placed on the back of the seat, this label will not be visible from outside of the vehicle, thus ensuring the privacy of these personal facts.

Two WHALE Car Seat Stickers, attached to the sides of the safety seat, and two WHALE Vehicle Stickers, attached to the rear side windows of the vehicle, depict the WHALE logo and alert rescuers that the vehicle occupants participate in the program.

Each WHALE Kit includes the informational label, car seat and vehicle stickers, and a Program brochure with instructions for parents or guardians, these kits are distributed to the parents of every child born at INTEGRIS Blackwell Regional Hospital.  If you would like to get a kit for your child or for more information call: 580-363-9416.