Celebration of Autumn brings to mind leaf piles, apples, cider, and Halloween. This can be a challenging time of year with treats at school, and of course the night itself. Read below for tips on staying safe during trick-or-treat season. |
| Halloween Safety |
Talk with your child before trick-or-treating and set up rules and guidelines to have a safe and fun night.
- Your child should have an emergency pack with epinephrine (preferably two doses), benedryl and a cell phone with them at all times. If they have asthma, include a rescue inhaler.
- If they are old enough to go with friends, someone else in the group should be trained in recognizing allergic reactions and EpiPen administration.
- Eat dinner BEFORE trick-or-treating, so they won't be tempted to snack before labels can be read.
- Have safe snacks on hand in case your trick-or- treater gets hungry on his/her travels.
- Create a candy exchange. Your child can swap for "safe" candy, toys, money, or other treats when they get home.
- Some neighbors may be willing to purchase safe candy, or offer non-food alternatives like stickers, pencils, party favors, etc. The dentist really likes this option too!
- Host a Halloween party with games, safe treats and spooky fun.
- An alternative is to register for FAAN Trick or Treat for Food Allergy and get a collection box to raise money for food allergy research. You can win great prizes while having fun wearing your Halloween costume.
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| Walk for Food Allergy Update |
 September 19, 2009
Millennium Park
Over 250 people enjoyed a beautiful September day and raised over $14,000 for the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network. Kids enjoyed face painting, games, and an appearence by the West Michigan WhiteCaps River Rascal.
Thank you volunteers for all your hard work, and walkers for joining us in raising public awareness. We look forward to seeing all of you again next year!
All donations are tax deductable.
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