Pickaway County Public Health
Ohio Safe Communities
Promoting safe choices, reducing injuries and fatalities, and building stronger communities through prevention, education and collaboration.
About Ohio Safe Communities
Ohio Safe Communities is a statewide, data-driven initiative focused on reducing traffic-related injuries and fatalities through collaboration among state, county, and local partners.
In FFY 2026, Ohio Safe Communities includes 44 countywide community-based programs working together to increase awareness, improve safety behaviors, and strengthen prevention efforts.
✔ Traffic Safety Education
✔ Youth Prevention Programs
✔ Community Partnerships
✔ Fatal Crash Reviews
✔ Public Awareness Campaigns
✔ Coalition Building
Primary Safe Communities Goals
Ohio Safe Communities focuses on reducing injuries and saving lives through education, prevention, and data-driven community strategies.
Prevention Through Collaboration
Ohio Safe Communities works alongside schools, law enforcement, healthcare organizations, EMS, and community leaders to reduce preventable injuries and save lives.
Through outreach campaigns, educational events, and community partnerships, the initiative promotes long-term healthy and safe behaviors throughout Pickaway County.
✔ Youth & Teen Outreach
✔ Community Safety Campaigns
✔ Partnerships with Local Schools
✔ Fatal Crash Prevention Awareness
Education & Prevention Initiatives
Seat Belt Safety Education
Prom Promise
Crown Commitment
PROGRAM REQUESTS
Interested in bringing a Safe Communities Program or presentation to your school, organization, or community group?
Stay Fit To Drive Program
Although older adults are among the safest drivers on Ohio roads, the risk of injury or fatal crashes increases with age due to changes in vision, physical abilities, medical conditions, and medications.
ODOT’s Stay Fit To Drive initiative provides tools, resources, and educational materials to help older Ohioans remain safe and independent while driving.
✔ Stay Fit To Drive Educational Materials
✔ CarFit Safety Program
✔ Driver Rehabilitation Resources
✔ Alternative Transportation Resources
✔ Older Driver Safety Tips
Local Colation Contact & Resources
Getting involved in community safety is easy with several active organizations serving Pickaway County and surrounding communities. These groups work together to promote traffic safety, substance use prevention, behavioral health awareness, and healthier communities.
Pickaway County Public Health
(740) 477-9667
Pickaway Addiction Action Coalition (PAAC)
info@drugfreepickaway.com
Paint Valley ADAMH Board
(800) 906-6757
Ohio Coalition Institute
ohiocoalitioninstitute.org