Every child deserves to be transported safely in a restraint that meets their needs. For children with special healthcare needs, additional considerations beyond the child’s age, weight, and height may be necessary to ensure they are able to ride safely in a vehicle.
Other considerations could include:
While many kids do not need specialized car seats or restraints for safe transportation, some children may at some point require a specialized restraint to meet their needs.
North Carolina has a large network of CPS Technicians who have taken specialized training to be able to assist families with their specialized restraint requirements. If you need assistance, or have any questions about correctly restraining your child, email us at info@buckleupnc.org.
