Monthly Archives: November 2010

Medical Alarm Systems – An Overview

Medical alarm systems are increasingly important in today’s society. Let’s take a look at why this is so and how these systems work.

First of all, for senior citizens or disabled individuals living alone, medical alarm systems are a simple and cost-effect way to help them maintain their independence. Rather than relying on care givers or family members, alarm systems offer a way to be safe should a health emergency or accident occur without compromising individual freedom. So many seniors are living independently yet feel tethered to family and neighbors in case of emergency; or they may feel compelled, for safety reasons, to give up living on their own. With a medical alarm system in place, their mobility and capabilities are enhanced. Continue reading Medical Alarm Systems – An Overview→

Challenges in Home Security

Inside and out, keep your home safe – that’s the ultimate challenge. In today’s world, security alarm systems are vitally important, and so are other, more basic security steps.

First of all, make your property appealing – to you and your neighbors, not would be intruders! That means trim those shrubs and trees, get rid of any items in your yard that would make it easy for an intruder to use as cover – whether it’s an old camper shell left in the driveway or an unlocked storage shed. Illuminate your property: motion sensor lights are a great way to do this, triggering light to shine on the movement of expected and unexpected ‘guests’ alike. Be sure to leave lights on inside your home at night, whether automatically triggered or simply turned on before you go out for the evening. Making your home into a clean, well-lighted place is a major step in over coming any home security challenge. Continue reading Challenges in Home Security→

Secure Your Home – Avoid Security Mistakes

Choosing a home security system is a vital safety step for your home and family. But along with selecting an alarm, lighting, or camera system, it’s also important to steer clear of some basic home security mis-steps and mistakes that could render your security technology useless.

A common and easily avoidable mistake: hiding your house key. The best alarm system in the world won’t keep out a thief you’ve handed him the key to your front door. Many people are concerned about being locked out of their home, and will place an extra key under a rock, above the door, or in a container somewhere on the property. A better plan: leave an extra key with a neighbor or purchase a finger print or keypad lock to replace a traditional keyed system. Don’t leave your house keys in your car either, even if your car is in your garage. That’s an open invitation to a car thief to come inside your home. And when you’re away from your property, the same rule applies – don’t leave your keys in your car. If you’re utilizing a valet parking system, remove your house keys from your key ring or keep a spare and separate car key for the valet’s use. Continue reading Secure Your Home – Avoid Security Mistakes→