Car Seat Assistance
Columbus Public Health’s Car Seat Safety Program helps provide car and booster seats at a reduced cost to families in need.
Here is how to get a car seat
Eligible families must meet these three requirements
Franklin County Resident
You must be a resident of Franklin County. If you are not a resident, click here to find resources in your county.
Receive Government Assistance
(WIC, SNAP, CHIP, Medicaid, etc.)
Register and Learn
After scheduling your appoinment, you will receive access to our instructional videos.
Car seats and costs
Convertible Car Seat
(for children between 5 pounds and 50 pounds)
$30
Booster Seat
(minimum 4 years old and over 40 pounds)
$10
Requirements:
- Complete online education and attend scheduled appointment at Columbus Public Health
- Receive government assistance (WIC, SNAP, CHIP, Medicaid, etc.)
- Franklin County Resident
Not a resident of Franklin County? Click here to find resources in your county.
Pregnant or Expecting?
The ideal time to attend your car seat appointment is around 1 – 2 months prior to your expected delivery date. Keep this in mind when selecting a preferred day and time.
Frequently Asked Questions
The appointment you would need to attend will last between 15 – 30 minutes.
Your appointment will be at the Columbus Public Health located at 240 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43215.
During your appointment, a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician will assist you with installing your new car seat.
All seats are new, and limited to one seat per child.
Children should remain rear facing until the maximum allowed by their convertible car seat. Children generally need a booster seat until they are 6-12 years old.
No. Colors/styles/specific models vary based on availability.
Periodically, in conjunction with the Ohio Buckles Buckeyes Program supported by the Ohio Department of Health, Columbus Public Health receives car seats that can be distributed at no cost on a first come, first serve basis.