If you are at home and some person persists in trying to gain entry, have a loud whistle handy. Start blowing and head for your phone to call the police. No criminal wants to attract unnecessary attention and only a very foolish criminal willl hang around to answer questions. The whistle does not guarantee blanket protection, but it can frighten off a potential thief. This crime prevention booklet was designed to inform and help protect Canada's senior population against varous criminal activities.
Research indicates that most crimes against seniors are committed by the opportunist.
Education and awareness of some preventive techniques can help you recognize a potential crime situation and allow positive action to be taken that will reduce or remove the risk. Research also indicates that for many seniors one of the biggest concerns is the fear of victimization. But it is difficult to prevent something from happening if you do not know what it is you are attempting to prevent. There is evidence that some people who have been victimized are too embarrassed to report the incident to the authorities.