A Heartfelt Letter From Our Parent Ambassador, Sara Dorsky
Dear Friend,
In a blink, a life can change forever. The day my daughter Dina died in a drowning accident was the day my entire life became something I never expected. Three years later, I have transformed into a mother on a mission to help prevent families from experiencing such a tragedy.
Drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death for children under five. These aren't just statistics – they represent real children, real families, forever changed in moments of quiet tragedy that occur in pools, lakes, bathtubs, and other bodies of water. It happens silently and quickly, often with adults nearby who don't realize what's happening beneath the surface until it's too late. As loving, devoted, and protective parents, it is our duty to put several layers of protection in place to optimize pool safety. This is why I'm advocating for people to use technologies that can save lives, such as Coral Mylo (an underwater AI camera) and SwamCam (a smart pool monitoring system).
The psak din from Rabbi Yaakov Bender and Rabbi Elya Brudny leaves no room for compromise:
"It's imperative, and an actual chiyuv, that every pool has a secured fence around it, and that the responsible adult watching the children puts the phone out of reach (or closes it) to prevent unintended distractions. Every pool owner must also get one of the numerous technologies available that can help detect and בע״ה prevent drownings."
I've joined Team Protect—a vital initiative in partnership with over 25 safety organizations—focused on B'ezras Hashem tackling and striving to prevent child tragedies, with an initial focus on hot car incidents and drownings. We've secured a limited supply of Coral Mylo systems (AI-powered underwater cameras that detect drowning) and SwamCam systems at a significantly reduced price, with payment plans available. By purchasing one, not only are you providing the necessary safety measures for your family—you also become a partner in Team Protect's incredible mission to help prevent these tragedies from occurring.
We understand these purchases can be costly. If financial strain is preventing you from purchasing this device, please feel free to reach out to us. We are committed to helping every family access these life-saving tools, regardless of circumstance.
In honor of our precious Dina, let's work together to prevent these heartbreaking losses and ensure that water remains a source of joy rather than unimaginable sorrow.
Please reach out:
join@teamprotect.org
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650-770-9111
— to get safety updates, volunteer, or donate to Team Protect's vital mission. You can make a huge difference!
Sara Dorsky
Parent Ambassador, Team Protect
