Tips For Your Home:

• Install and use deadbolt locks in all doors.
• Secure sliding glass doors with locks AND a wooden dowel shoved into the track of the door.
• Trim back shrubs that hide doors and windows. Cut back limbs that could help a thief enter a second story window.
• Make sure all area's outside of the house are well lighted.
• Install a peephole or viewer in all entry doors so you can see who is outside without opening the door.
• DO NOT trust door chains. They can be easily broken.
• DO NOT open the door to someone you don't know. Insist that service personnel verify their identity before opening the door.
• Make sure that your home appears occupied when going out.
• Keep your garage door(s) closed and locked as well as interior garage doors.
• If you will be gone for several days arrange for your mail and newspaper to be stopped by phone. NEVER leave notes stating that you are out of town.
• Notify your local police department that you will be out of town so they can do extra patrols around your neighborhood.

Tips For Shopping And Protecting Your Vehicle:

• Park in well-lighted areas and lock your doors no matter how long you will be gone.
• Put valuables out of sight or in the trunk.
• Avoid parking garages if possible.
• Never leave windows or sun/moon roofs open.
• If your vehicle is equipped with an alarm set it every time you exit the vehicle.
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Always have your keys ready to unlock your vehicle, you don't want to pay attention to finding them and not watching the area around you.
• If you do not feel safe ask a security guard to walk you to your vehicle.

What Your Kids Need To Know:

• Never open the door to ANYONE when you are home alone.
• Keep all windows and doors locked at all times. And also keep curtains and shades closed.
• Never tell anyone who calls or knocks on the door that your parents are not home.
• If someone knocks on the door and refuses to leave or they try to force entry call 911 immediately.