Kid Safe and Reality Education for Drivers were two programs discussed at the recent meeting of the Freestone County Health Coalition.

The group met Jan. 20 at the county courthouse. The meeting was opened by Frances Collier.

A slide presentation was made by Rachel Bettinger- Cooney with the Kid Safe Program at Hillcrest Medical Center, emphasizing the importance of booster seats for the children.

In the Please Be Seated Program, cars spotted with children not in booster seats are reported to the program, who in turn, contacts the driver about getting a booster seat. Statistics statewide show an improvement in compliance.

When giving presentations, the Hillcrest program has a doll called Booster Seat Molly that talks to the children.

They provide presentations around the region to parents.

Next Health in Action Meeting will be February 17th at 2:30 at the courthouse.