April 26, 2012

Crime on the Rise in Suburban Areas – Are You At Risk?

While overall crime has decreased for the past several years, many suburban communities are seeing an uptick in residential burglaries.  The reason why is unclear. These communities typically have a crime rate below the national average yet, in the last three months more than 90 homes have been burglarized. The... More

March 30, 2012

Your Safety, Security, and the Statistics

Everyone has something they’re afraid of. For some it’s heights, for others it’s bugs. For many it’s public speaking. However, not one of these phobias will affect your safety or security. On the other hand, a burglary can turn your world upside down. While it may not seem like something... More

March 20, 2012

Spring Break Safety

Spring break is approaching. It’s the week when many college students head to nearby and far flung locations. Students relax and party while their parents worry about safety. Alcohol and beaches are a common theme for most spring break hot spots, and when students drink, they become targets for theft... More

March 14, 2012

Everything I Needed To Know About Cleaning, I Learned in Kindergarten

A well-designed kindergarten room is like a house. In the classroom, students spend time together, work individually, enjoy free time, and coexist in a confined space doing many activities throughout the day. In a home, family members spend time together and apart, work and relax, invite guests and spend time... More

March 09, 2012

Safety and Home Security Tips for Extreme Weather

The weather on the East Coast has been very strange lately. We’ve had an earthquake, tornados, hurricanes, snow storms and flooding in the past 12 months, so it is time we’ve started planning for the inevitable. Like the Boy Scouts always say, the key to surviving any catastrophe is to “be... More

March 06, 2012

Family Safety and Home Security

When you have a family, keeping them physically and emotionally safe and is at the top of your priority list. We interviewed Dr. Deborah Gilboa (also known as “Dr. G”), a Board Certified Family Physician, mother of four, and a professional parenting speaker, about her experience and perspective on family... More

January 20, 2012

Home Security and the Rising Cost of Home Owner’s Insurance

Investing in a home security system is one of the best ways to protect your home and family. LifeShield’s wireless technology provides four layers of backup protection so you are secure no matter what. While adding an alarm system to your home’s security is beneficial to your safety, did you... More

December 09, 2011

Home Security – Twelve Tips for Holiday Safety

It’s that time of year again and the holidays are upon us. Days are filled with shopping, wrapping, decorating, cooking, not to mention excitement! We know the holidays are a wonderful time to relax and enjoy the company of your friends and family, whether at their home or yours. LifeShield... More

November 10, 2011

Fire Safety Tips From a Lifelong Firefighter: Infographic

October kicked off National Fire Prevention Week. The week long observance was started in 1920 to commemorate the devastation of the Great Chicago Fire and educate families about fire safety. Although National Fire Prevention Week is always held during the week of October 9th, fire safety is a year-round concern. One... More