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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Safety / Security for the Elderly - Door to Door Collections

Door to Door Collectors - who to answer the door to, who is safe, how to know:  It is a fact of life that some dishonest individuals and businesses prey on the elderly. In ensure your safety or the safety of an elderly relative, the best bet is to just not allow strangers in your door. Having a peephole installed is a plus because you won't even need to answer the door if you don't recognize your visitor. If it's a business saying something on your home needs fixing, don't reply. It's just isn't worth it. If something needs fixing, ask a neighbor for a referral. Best rule of thumb, when in doubt, keep them out.

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