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Home Safety for Seniors to Ensure Comfort & Personal Safety in your home.
Are you a Senior Citizen that wants to secure your home and personal safety?
Many older Americans are taking steps to help secure your personal safety and security, especially as they balance the desire for independence with the challenges of today world.
Good news is that the crime rate for seniors has declined although it may not seam that way. The department of Justice has reported that the Violent Crime is now lower then it has been in the last decade, or should we say that before the economy changed. Naturally the reports will change and we won’t know until next year what the report say. My take on this is to read your local paper to find out.
Many precaution should be taken on an everyday basis to reduce the risk and make you fell safe in your own home.
*Check door locks.
*Replace any nonfunctioning or poorly installed locks.
*Make sure that your garage is equipped with a sturdy lock as well.
*Install exterior lighting. A well-lit home can deter nighttime break-ins.
*Make your house look occupied. When you’re out of town, use light timers to mimic your normal routine.
*Cancel newspaper and mail delivery, so that papers don’t pile up outside.
*Know your neighbors.
*Keep neighbors’ phone numbers near your phone with emergency information.
*Inform neighbors of your travel plans and any scheduled deliveries or home maintenance appointments.
*Install an alarm.
*Security companies offer a wide range of alarm options, including systems that provide medical alert services.
Stay safe on the street.
*Always walk in well-lit areas.
*Ask a friend to accompany you or tell someone where you’re going.
Neighborhood involvement is another key to deterring crime on a street or block. Seniors who want to protect their homes and help raise awareness in the community can join neighborhood watch groups.
On a recent trip to Myrtle Beach which is a very large group of golfers. Most retired and living the good life. South Carolina has the highest crime in the United States. One of the perks is that most of the homes are in a gated community. While most places have security on the grounds you also have your homeowners that look out for everyone. The bottom line is living in a 55 and older community most have the time to keep an eye out for the whole neighborhood.
On a recent trip to Myrtle Beach which is a very large group of golfers. Most retired and living the good life. South Carolina has the highest crime in the United States. One of the perks is that most of the homes are in a gated community. While most places have security on the grounds you also have your homeowners that look out for everyone. The bottom line is living in a 55 and older community most have the time to keep an eye out for the whole neighborhood.
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