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In
loving memory of Bess Whyman, Anaheim United Methodist Church is implementing a
new program in hopes of making all of us safer in our homes: the “SAFE at HOME”
Project. Initially, the primary
focus of this voluntary project will be our senior members.
Volunteers
will go to church members homes to conduct a safety inspection. This inspection will include but not be
limited to, lighting, landscaping, door and window security. The volunteers will make
recommendations to the homeowner on ways to improve his or her safety and
security in the home. The
homeowner will also receive a packet of important information on personal
safety.
But
that’s not all – volunteers will also be available to help implement the
recommended changes, including installing lighting, modifying landscaping and
installing locks.
SAFE
at HOME Project will coordinate with the City of Anaheim to make our efforts as
effective as possible. (The City
even has a program offering free dawn-to-dusk lights for residents.)
As
the Project develops, we envision additional services such as weekly contact
with our senior members, follow-up services, and seminars for seniors and their
caregivers.
Before the SAFE at HOME Project begins,
we need volunteers. We are looking for a few people who are willing and able to:
- Conduct home
inspections
- Do general light
landscaping tasks
We
are also looking for a few people who have expertise in:
- Installing and
repairing lighting
- Installing and
repairing door locks.
If
you are willing to help in this meaningful endeavor, or have any questions or
suggestions,
please contact Dennis Gray { dgrayhouse@roadrunner.com }.
Thank
you!
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