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Welcome to the Home Security Source blog!  We will be commenting on security news and other important topics in the world of home security.  Home security is important to us and we will do what we can to talk openly, and to the best of our knowledge. We invite you to join in on the conversation by leaving your thoughts and comments (just remember to read our Community Guidelines!).

Telemarketing Scams Target the Elderly

Posted by Robert Siciliano on Aug 19, 2010, 2:55:00 PMTagged: Seniors

We hear it over and over how the elderly are often targeted by scammers. Elderly are simply “elders” and no smarter or dumber than anyone else. If anything, they are wiser.

Keeping Kids Safe Online

Posted by Robert Siciliano on Jul 9, 2010, 2:40:00 PMTagged: Children, Personal Safety, Seniors

It is no surprise that cybercriminals are taking advantage of the Internet and the people who use it. The Internet is like a bad neighborhood with bad guys around every corner.

Is it Normal Memory Loss or Something More Serious?

Posted by Home Security Source on May 4, 2010, 12:15:00 PMTagged: Personal Safety, Seniors

Aging typically doesn’t affect our short and long-term memories, but recent memory can be affected as our bodies start making less of the chemicals our brains need to work. However, some types of memory loss are not normal and may be a sign of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Find out if the memory loss that you or a loved one experiences is normal or something more serious.

Helping Seniors Stay Safe and Independent

Posted by Home Security Source on Apr 27, 2010, 10:30:00 AMTagged: Home, Seniors

ADT and MedHelp join forces to provide advice to help keep seniors living independently in their own homes and tips for caregivers on how to best care for their elderly loved ones.

Don’t Get Burned, Learn about Burn Risks that Lurk in Your Home

Posted by Home Security Source on Feb 12, 2010, 11:30:00 AMTagged: Children, DIY Safety, Family, Home, Seniors

Anyone can be a burn victim in a matter of seconds, and burn risks are real no matter how old you are. It’s important to know where you, your children and your elderly family members are most vulnerable to burns in and around your home.

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