emergency alerts for seniors

You can speak to your local police department about giving your group an informal lecture that can provide insight into identifying a suspicious person and what to do if you spot one loitering on your street, how to recognize a burglary in progress, how to recognize an auto theft in progress, and what to do in an emergency. Local PD will also usually distribute free literature on home safety and sometimes even offer window stickers and ID cards identifying your neighborhood organization. Keep all doors and windows closed and locked at all times. An open exterior window or door is an invitation for burglars to easily enter your home, so keep them shut and securely locked whether you’re home or not. Don’t underestimate strong window locks, and update them if needed. Thieves know how to spot weak locks that would be easily forced open. Make sure exterior doors have deadbolt locks. Sliding doors should have vertical bolts and a metal or wooden rod in the track to prevent being forced open or doors being lifted off the track. Never leave your home without locking the front door, no matter how brief your trip. Even if it’s pouring rain, don’t forget to take the extra moment to lock up. Burglars don’t take days off due to weather!Consider buying a home security system.

home security wireless system

01.14.2007 | 34 Comments

If police want a video, they must contact Ring to see if the resident is willing to share, said Jennifer Brutus, senior management analyst for the Arcadia Police Department. Arcadia launched its program at the end of 2017, and in the following year, the city saw a 25% decrease in residential burglaries, Brutus said. It's hard to quantify how much of that is directly related to Ring, but she said the devices act as a deterrent. In one case, a doorbell camera caught footage of four burglary suspects trying to enter a residence. Three were arrested at the time, but a fourth got away. After the homeowner gave Arcadia detectives some Ring video clips, police identified and arrested the last suspect. Hammond, Indiana, also put up money to offer Ring cameras at a discount. Lt. Steve Kellogg said the partnership was a natural move for a city that already uses cameras to read license plates. "You cannot enter or leave our city without . being captured on film," he said, adding that doorbell cameras are the next logical step.

home automation applications

01.14.2007 | 16 Comments

Here are some recommended smart locks that integrate easily with Apple HomeKit:1. AugustEasily installed by attaching a mounting plate to your keyed cylinder deadbolt, August Smart Locks offer auto lock, geo fencing, voice commands, as well as an interesting If This Then That IFTTT feature. IFTTT allows you to set push notifications for different actions, as well as trigger other smart devices connected within the same system. 2. Schlage SenseAlthough it offers a wide range of interesting features and two options of design, Schlage Sense has one drawback: it is built on Bluetooth technology, so you will have to be within the 40 feet range to access it via your iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Outside of this range, remote control is possible only through Apple TV. 3. Poly Control Danalock V2Offering a slick design and the flexibility to be installed on a variety of door models, the Poly Control Danalock V2 offers a handful of features, including TwistAssist and Knock to Unlock. 4. Yale iM1 Network ModuleA recent addition to the range of smart locks products compatible with Apple HomeKit, Yale’s iM1 Network Module can be accessed via iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. An interesting feature is the possibility to manage up to 25 PIN codes, and the ability to customize lock settings.