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Security Door Chains with Lock can be fitted on the front or back door. The design is the same as a security door chain so represents a familiar object. If emergency access is required, entry can be gained with a key, even when the chain is fitted in the lock position.
Movement Activated Sensor Lights can be placed outside the home, usually under the eaves. Sensor lights require fitting and installation by a licensed electrician. There are many different types of sensor lights available. Placement should be where they will light up any potential hiding places when the sensor is triggered.
‘Storakey’ is a small key safe that can be attached to an external wall at the front or back door. This safe allows secure storage of keys in a place outside the home and, in an emergency, can be opened by family members or carers entering the access code. The access code can be re-set to a new number.
Keyless Door Lock (Biometric Fingerprint Door Lock) that can be fitted to the front or back door is used in place of a standard door lock. This lock allows the door to be opened with programmed fingerprints. A fingerprint lock removes the need to use or find the front door keys. This door lock has the capacity for recognising and accepting other fingerprints once they have been programmed in to allow family members access. This type of locking system is recent technology and may represent an unfamiliar concept to many older people.
Safes - there are many types of lock up safes for the home. The cost and complexity varies, with security provided by combination, keypads or keys, as well as a back to base security service. The storage and disposal of important financial documents, such as the deeds to your home, shares or bonds needs to be carefully considered, as does financial information that may have been used for online transactions. It is important to plan ahead and consider a number of options on how this information will be managed into the future. Enduring Power of Attorney allows another chosen person to manage a person’s financial affairs if they are no longer able to manage them effectively. The Department of Health and Ageing freecall 1800 020 103 can provide contact details for your state or territory.