Your home is considered a safe haven, but how safe are you in your own home?
Burglary is defined by the U.S Department of Justice as the unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or theft.
Statistics show, that incidents related to burglaries have been increasing significantly over the past few years. With this in mind, it is very important to take precautionary measures to protect your home and your family from burglars. {mosimage}
To help you avoid these unfortunate incidents from happening, your SeniorCareHomes.com team has put some safety guidelines together. Please read more to view some reminders on how to avoid intruders in your homes:
Make sure to lock all your doors and windows at all times.
Get proper identification documents from delivery persons before letting them inside your home.
Do not leave any notes on your door when going out.
Inform your neighbors and the police if you will be gone for a long period of time.
Call 911 and do not go inside your house if you suspect that a stranger is in your home.
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Catharine “Kate” is a Certified Administrator for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE) and an Expert Senior Care Advisor. Kate’s grandmother battled Alzheimer’s Disease and Kate personally understands what millions of families are going through. Kate and her team are very passionate in empowering Seniors and their families by providing them with the Best Available Senior Care Options based on Senior’s care needs, preferred location and family’s budget.
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