Phone lines are open as of September 14th! Call Downeast Community Partners between 8am – 12pm to start the HEAP (formerly called LiHEAP) application process. Applications can take up to a month to process so don’t delay. Call: 207-610-5914 DCP requests…
Wearable Infant Carrier Recalled
Infantino is recalling three of their wearable infant products: the “Go Forward 4-in-1 Evolved Ergonomic”, the “Flip Front2back”, and the “Up Close Newborn” Infant Carriers. The buckles can break on the carriers and the baby can fall out. Infantino asks…
4 More Recalls for Infant Rockers and Sleepers
Recalls continue for infant sleepers, rockers, and recliners as safety concerns grow. Today Evenflo, Graco, Summer Infant, and Delta Enterprise have announced further recalls for infant sleep products. Evenflo is recalling “Pillo Portable Napper Inclined Sleeper”, Graco is recalling “Little Lounger Rocking Seats”,…
LIHEAP Fuel Assistance Opens Today!
Phone lines are open today! Call Downeast Community Partners between 8am – 12pm to start the LIHEAP application process. Applications can take up to a month to process so don’t delay. Call: 664-2424, 546-7544, 259-5015 or toll-free at 1-800- 828-7544 DCP requests that you provide…
LIHEAP Fuel Assistance Opens Tomorrow
Phone lines are open tomorrow, September 18th to apply for LIHEAP Fuel Assistance. Call Downeast Community Partners (formerly WHCA) between 8am – 12pm (Mondays through Fridays) to start the application process. Applications can take up to a month to process…
Baby Bath Toy Recall Announced
A recall was announced for the Ubbi Connecting Bath Toy. The toys are sold in sets of 6 colored plastic pieces that connect to one another. The pieces can break, leaving a sharp point exposed. These bath toys were sold…
Recalls Widen for More Infant Rocking Sleepers
On the heels of Fisher-Price’s recall for their Rock ‘n Play Sleepers earlier this month, Kids II, the makers of the “Rocking Sleepers”, have announced they are recalling all models of these products. Both brands of rocking sleepers have had…
All Rock ‘n Play Sleepers Recalled
Fisher-Price announced it is recalling all models of their popular Rock’ n Play Sleepers as infant deaths have been reported. Fisher-Price asks owners to stop using the Sleepers immediately. Parents can contact the company for a refund or voucher. Call 1-866-812-6518…
Recall of Infant Ibuprofen
Certain brands of infant Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Drops affected by the recall include Equate sold at Walmart, Family Wellness brand sold at Family Dollar stores, and CVS brand. The ibuprofen may contain concentrations of the drug as high as 10% above…
Halloween Safety Tips for Your Kids
Halloween is an especially fun time that kids and families look forward to all year. But it’s important to keep in mind a few things so that everyone stays safe and enjoys the day. Below is a list of top tips from our…