Rob Huebel

Actual safety tips for the elderly. (This won’t stop me)

• If you are attacked on the street, make as much noise as possible by calling for help or blowing a whistle. Do not pursue your attacker. Call 911 and report the crime as soon as possible.

• Avoid walking alone at night. Try to have a friend accompany you in high risk areas … even during the daytime.

• Avoid carrying weapons … they may be used against you.

• Always plan your route and stay alert to your surroundings. Walk confidently.

• Have a companion accompany you.

• Stay away from buildings and doorways; walk in well-lighted areas.

• Have your key ready when approaching your front door.

• Don’t dangle your purse away from your body. (Twelve percent of all crimes against the elderly are purse snatchings and street robberies.)

• Don’t carry large, bulky shoulder bags; carry only what you need. Better yet, sew a small pocket inside your jacket or coat. If you don’t have a purse, no one will try to snatch it.