Insurance Challenge: The Modern Family Household
Posted: June 17, 2014
Even if you’re housebound and only know about the outside world via TV (a frightening thought!), you know families have come a long way from “Ozzie and Harriet” to “Modern Family.” Yet even the modern sitcom doesn’t fully reflect today’s society; remember, the couples in all three households are married, with children! A simple look around our local communities reveals a multitude of other living...
Backyard Safety Tips
Posted: June 17, 2014
More and more, people are vacationing in their own backyards. If you have turned yours into a “staycation” hot spot, consider these safety tips to help keep your oasis fun and free of danger. The Pool The pool can be a refreshing way to get some relief from the hot sun. But it can also be dangerous. Every year, many people drown or are...
What To Do During A Hurricane
Posted: June 17, 2014
If you did not evacuate because you were not ordered to, here are some key things to do to stay safe during the storm: Listen to your portable radio for important storm information and instructions. If you remained at home, stay inside and keep away from all windows, skylights and glass doors. Go to a safe area, such as an interior room, closet or downstairs...
Pool Party! Tips on Pool Safety for Kids
Posted: June 17, 2014
If you're preparing to host your first pool party for little ones, you have a lot to think about. Before themes, decorations, food, and games, the first priority of every pool party host is the safety of the guests, especially the kids. Here you'll find tips and tricks compiled from The Red Cross, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and swim instruction experts, to keep little...
Tipsheet: Burglar Proof Your Home
Posted: May 15, 2014
US residences were burglarized nearly 1.6 million times in 2012, according to the latest Federal Bureau of Investigation studies. Approximately 66 percent of the thefts occur during the daylight hours because people are often not at home during the workday. Proper home theft prevention ideas and techniques, can reduce the odds of a home burglary. Consider the following loss control techniques to reduce your...
