Safe Sleep Initiative

Family Services | NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH); NYC Administration for Children's Services (ACS)

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Sleeping the wrong way can be dangerous for babies. Get information on the safest way for your baby to sleep from the Safe Sleep Initiative. Low-income families may also be eligible to get a free crib.

Heads Up

  • For more information about infant sleep, see these (http://www1.nyc.gov/site/acs/about/safe-sleep-faq.page) frequently asked questions (https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/acs/pdf/about/2017/safesleepbrochure0609.pdf) , download the (https://youtu.be/ZLeL_LqieMI) Safe Sleep brochure (https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/neighborhood-health/neighborhood-health-action-centers.page) , or watch the Safe Sleep video.
  • Low-income ACS-involved families can get a crib, which is delivered and set up in their home.
  • Eligible families can receive a crib at a Neighborhood Health Action Center or community-based organization in their borough.

    • Eligibility

  • To find out if you're eligible for a free crib, call 311 and ask about Safe Sleep.
  • ACS-involved families can ask their caseworker to see if they are eligible for a free crib.

    How to Apply

  • Visit the Safe Sleep website (http://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/pregnancy-sleep-safety.page) to learn more.
  • Call 311 for more information and find out how you can receive services.

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