Try to Control What You Can, When You Can!
Car Seats Save Lives
Did you know that April 30th is National Preparedness Day? Me neither! It’s ironic because, in reality, we’ve been preparing for things our entire lives—preparing for school, sports, job interviews, first dates, and even bedtime! But when it comes to life’s unpredictable moments, how prepared are we really?
National Preparedness Day: What It Really Means
Unfortunately, we can’t always prepare for the unexpected—a car crash, job loss, the passing of a loved one, a house fire, or even financial instability. Some things are out of our control.
Personally, I’ve been facing this reality as I prepare for the birth of my daughter. While I have enough for today and maybe even a week, am I truly prepared for the long haul? College tuition in 2040 is estimated to be over $240,000! That’s a scary number.
But this isn’t just about me. It’s about you, your family, and your future. Preparation starts with taking a hard look at your situation—what you can and cannot control.
Take Control of What You Can
You may have some control over your daily routine and employment, but do you have a plan for what happens if life throws you a curveball? Some risks—like earthquakes, flash floods, or reckless drivers—are completely out of your hands. So what’s the solution?
Step 1: Take stock of what you can control vs. what you cannot.
Step 2: Prioritize your risks based on importance.
Step 3: Meet with the right experts—insurance agents, financial planners, physicians, and safety specialists (like us!) to get a game plan in place.
Let’s take a real-world example from my experience as a firefighter. This is an imaginary but entirely plausible situation with actual cost estimates:
Scenario: A single mother with two children is involved in a car accident.
The Aftermath: Mom (seat belted) suffered a broken arm.
10-year-old (front seat, unbelted) was ejected.
14-month-old (car seat improperly installed) was ejected with life-threatening injuries.
Financial Breakdown: Two air ambulance trips: $30,000+
Ground ambulance to trauma center: $4,000+
Hospital bills for all 3: $750,000+
Totaled vehicle value: $7,500+
Lost income due to child injuries: Unknown
Miscellaneous out-of-pocket expenses: $80,000
Purchase of new car & car seat: $30,000+
Total Estimated Financial Impact: Over $900,000!
The good news? Everyone survived. But here’s the heartbreaking reality—we could have prevented the worst of it. If her infant seat had been installed properly and her 10-year-old had been in the back seat, the outcome could have been significantly different.
And here’s the kicker—our $50 car seat installation service could have saved her over $100,000 in out-of-pocket costs.
Take Action Today!
Don’t wait until it’s too late to prepare. Take control of what you can and let the professionals handle the rest! We’re here to help.
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Call us today! Let’s work together to protect what matters most—your family.
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