Crime Prevention

As the folks get older their chances of being victims of physical crime diminishes in part because they may be getting out in public less. Nonetheless their lifetime of experiences combined with problems associated with aging can make them fearful. Here are some things to do that can put minds at ease:

IN THE HOME
• Make certain the house address is large and easy to see from the street for police, fire and emergency medical personnel.
• Consider a residential alarm system that monitors and alerts for home invasion, fire and medical emergencies. This may be part of a PERS - Personal Emergency Response System or the Mom/Dad Emergency Notification (M/DEN),If this is not practical consider motion sensors to activate outside lights at night as a prowler deterrent.
• Have good locks on doors and windows. To be effective, be certain they are used!
• Leave extra house keys with neighbor. Do not hide them in the usual mailbox, planter or doormat places.
• Delivery and service people will have photo identification. If Mom/Dad Feel any suspicion they should call the company.

IN PUBLIC
• Never travel alone
• Purses should be carried close to the body. Wallets should be inside of the coat pocket or in front pants pocket
• Direct deposit Social Security and other checks that arrive regularly
• In automobiles always keep doors locked. Park in well lighted places near storefronts.
• Be extra alert in parking lots and garages.
• On public transit, sit near the driver or exit.
• If someone is acting suspicious - leave
• And NEVER carry large amounts of cash or credit cards that aren't needed.

Most communities have crime prevention units set up through local law enforcement agencies. Contact the sheriff or police department in the folk's community to determine what programs they have.

1.Safety Intro
2.Safety in the Home
3.Fraud
4.Crime Prevention
5.Natural Disasters