Seniors and individuals with disabilities can receive free home security surveys and modifications.
Burlington County Sheriff Jean Stanfield has announced that her department is accepting applications to provide seniors and individuals with disabilities free home security surveys and modifications.
“Seniors looking to make their homes more secure can set-up an appointment with our professionally trained technicians who will conduct a security review and make recommendations based on their assessment,” Stanfield said. “Door and window locks, peepholes, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are just some of the items that our technicians can install and instruct the senior on their use and operation.”
Other security/safety items that may be installed free of charge include reflective house numbers, lamp timers, power failure lights, and “med-info” packets which provide emergency responders with important medical information about the residents.
“Crime prevention specialists are available to give home security workshops and presentations to clubs, churches, and various civic and community groups,” Stanfield said. “These workshops provide seniors with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the latest frauds and scams.”
The program serves about 300 homes a year for seniors over age 60 and this is its 25th year.
“My department is committed to the safety and security of our senior citizens and we are glad to continue to offer them this wonderful free program,” Stanfield said.
Interested residents should call (609) 265–5796 to register. To qualify, at least one person in the household must be 60 years of age or older.
