AARP Smart Guide to Home Safety and Security

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Home is where the heart is. Unfortunately, it’s also where many of the hazards are, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). The organization counted more than 125,000 home-related preventable deaths and more than 35 million injuries that required medical attention in 2023, the latest data available.

And while the risk is much smaller compared with accidents, crime is also a concern these days. A 2024 survey by CrimeChannel.org found that 61 percent of Americans believe burglaries and prop