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The War Amps provides amputees with financial assistance for artificial limbs and information resources that address all aspects of amputation.

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PLAYSAFE™

PLAYSAFE: Don’t Let It Happen to You is a valuable resource for families, educators and community groups.

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The PLAYSAFE Program adopts a unique “kids-to-kids” approach to child safety to make children more aware of the dangers in their play environment.

The War Amps believes that no one is better qualified to deliver the PLAYSAFE message than members of the Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, many of whom have lost limbs in accidents while at play. By giving presentations to schools and community groups, hosting displays at safety and community events, and appearing in videos and public service announcements, these CHAMP Ambassadors warn other children to: “Spot the danger before you play! PLAYSAFE!”

“Safety is no accident – PLAYSAFE!”

PLAYSAFE: Don’t Let It Happen to You is a valuable resource for families, educators and community groups.

See More PLAYSAFE Videos

Presentations and Displays

Contact Us

If you would like to arrange a presentation or a display, please contact us!

We can also provide free resources, bookmarks, stickers and videos.
champ@waramps.ca
1 800 267-4023

CHAMP Ambassadors help spread the PLAYSAFE message to other kids by giving presentations to schools and community groups. PLAYSAFE presentations can be tailored to suit different age groups and include a safety video, interactive safety activities and an engaging discussion of potential dangers children may encounter.

CHAMP Ambassadors may also be available to host PLAYSAFE displays at safety and family-oriented community events!

“Having Champ Tyler here for our Kids Safety Day was a real gift. His story touched everyone. He has made a difference in the young lives of those he met.”Safety Day Event Staff

Contact Us

If you would like to arrange a presentation or a display, please contact us!

We can also provide free resources, bookmarks, stickers and videos.
champ@waramps.ca
1 800 267-4023

Safety Blitzes

Safety Blitzes

Co-ordinated in conjunction with local police, safety blitzes are a targeted approach to increasing awareness among children of the potential hazards in their communities. With the common goal of child safety, War Amps representatives and local police work together over the course of a few days to deliver the PLAYSAFE message to as many regional schools as possible.

SAFETY WALK™

To avoid danger, children must first learn to recognize it. Taking a SAFETY WALK makes young children aware of hazards in their neighbourhoods. The War Amps encourages adults to lead walks through their communities, pointing out to children the potential dangers along the way. By taking the time to look at familiar surroundings from a child’s point of view, adults can teach children how to recognize danger to avoid accidents and injury.

To get started on your own SAFETY WALK, print off these resources.

Free PLAYSAFE kits, which include SAFETY WALK resources, brochures, stickers and more, can also be mailed upon request.
champ@waramps.ca
1 800 267-4023

PLAYSAFE Videos

Our PLAYSAFE videos are a great way to teach kids that safety is no accident! Child amputees who have lost limbs in accidents explain how their accidents happened and demonstrate the artificial limbs they wear to lead active lives.

These videos are available to download. DVD copies are also available free of charge, upon request.
1 800 267-4023
champ@waramps.ca

PLAYSAFE: Ernie’s Story

Ernie lost his arm in a farm accident. Now, he helps spread the PLAYSAFE message. “Machines might move slow, but accidents happen fast,” he says, reminding other children to spot the danger before they play.

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PLAYSAFE: Don’t Let It Happen to You

In this full-length video, eight young amputees share their stories about how they lost their limbs in accidents and warn children to spot the danger before they play.

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PLAYSAFE: Stay Away from Lawn Mowers

Neveah, Zoe and Jordan all lost limbs in lawn mower accidents. Now, they warn other kids to spot the danger before they play.

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Mean Machines Music Video

This short video, set to a powerful theme song, is a great introduction for children to the “mean machines” like lawn mowers, trains, boats, cars and farm equipment.

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Dangers on the Water

This segment from the full-length video focuses on the dangers that can be encountered on and around the water.

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Trains Are Mean Machines

This segment from the full-length video focuses on the dangers of trains.

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Dangers on the Farm

This segment from the full-length video focuses on the dangers that can be encountered on the farm.

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Lawn Mowers Are Mean Machines

This segment from the full-length video focuses on the dangers of lawn mowers.

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PLAYSAFE: Darevin’s Story

One day when Darevin was playing, he got too close to a lawn mower and lost his foot. Now, he warns kids to spot the danger before they play so that they won’t have a serious accident like he had.

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