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Home Safety Planning

 

Many people were actively interested in the recent events and investigation regarding a home invasion east of Chillicothe on Route V in mid April.  It was good that many took interest and offered assistance.  One very important thing we can learn from this is how to better protect our family, home, and property.

 

Only a crime of a personal attack is more invasive to someone then having their home burglarized.  Remember your home is your castle; a place of peace, love, family, and security.  When a burglar enters your home they are taking more then property; they are invading all parts of your life.  Even if you are not home when a burglary happens, you will forever remember the crime and the damage it does to your security.

 

We know the area schools practice tornado and fire drills for our children.  How many parents and grandparents actually do the same at home?  Training helps prepare us to act immediately in the event of a stressful situation. 

 

Do you have a home safety plan?  Is there discussion on security in the home? Such as keeping doors locked, when to open the door, what to say on the telephone, even what information is posted on social net working sites or shared with others who are not closely trusted.

 

Someone in your household may think mom or dad is crazy for talking about home safety; but that idea likely stems from the belief “It Won’t Happen To Me.”   Many people who reside in rural America feel safer then those who reside in the large cities.  Actually rural America typically has about the same crime rate as big cities when viewed as crimes per % of population.  The frequency is not there but the danger remains.

 

Ideas you can share with your family include what to do if an intruder is in the home.  Where to go or hide and where to meet your family members.  You can include the plans for tornado and fire during the same conversation.  Follow through with an actual drill and then have everyone critique what took place and offer ideas how to improve or be better prepared.

 

One other thing we should all be prepared for is a national emergency which can be anything from a natural disaster to a large scale terrorist event.  Thought should be given to a plan which covers where to go, who can help with the kids or the senior citizens, where you should meet if there are no means of communication.   It is always better to be prepared for the worst and hope for the best.

 

At the Livingston County Jail we practice tornado and fire drills no less then 4 times per year.  The purpose is so that our staff and detainees will know how to act and respond in a swift and safe manner to minimize risk to others.

 

We all believe safety and security is the most important thing in our family’s lives.  You can help show your love, support, and guidance in spending some time developing home plans and sharing those with your loved ones.

 

Remember we are only here to help you, your family, and your friends.  Please be safe.

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