Extreme weather during the winter can be frightening. It doesn’t matter if you’re a new driver or an experienced one, you never know what’s going to happen when the temperatures plummet, snow begins to fall, and the roads become icy. Fortunately, you don’t need to be at the mercy of the elements when it comes…
With winter upon us, power outages can become more than a mere inconvenience. Depending upon where you live, a power outage in the winter can make your home feel like a freezer. Ff the outage drags on for hours or days, the situation could actually turn into a safety issue. Water pipes can freeze, food…
During this festive time of year, many people travel to visit family and friends for the holidays. Sometimes, those trips involve overnight stays and/or long-distance travel. If you’re one of the many holiday travelers this year, follow these travel safety tips and holiday safety tips to reach your destination safely and fully enjoy each moment:…
The holidays are upon us, and people are getting into the spirit as they shop, celebrate, and plan gatherings with friends and family. Unfortunately, crime doesn’t take a vacation – even during the holiday season. Sadly, what should be a joyous time of year could result in loss, injury, or even tragedy. To keep your…
Often, the holidays can create pressure on shoppers who want to find the perfect gift. This sometimes translates into buying gifts that people don’t really need and/or want. This holiday season, try buying some of these must-have holiday gift guide and items that are practical – and downright fun. This holiday gift guide is organized…
If you work in the hotel industry, have you ever considered the dangerous aspects of your job when it comes to hotel employee safety? People don’t always think about this, but as a hotel worker, you are putting yourself at risk. These risks are from entering unknown guestrooms to interacting with hotel guests who may…
This year, Silent Beacon celebrates Thanksgiving 2019 at the The Children’s Inn at NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. According to the Inn’s website, “The Children’s Inn at NIH is a residential ‘Place Like Home’ for families with children participating in leading-edge research studies at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. The NIH Clinical…
It’s an exciting milestone: your teenage son or daughter is driving! For your teen, he or she is excited about experiencing a new level of freedom, taking control behind the wheel, and entering a new phase of maturity. As a parent, your excitement may also be mixed with other feelings, such as worry and fear.…
According to the FBI, a burglary occurs every 23 seconds. That’s almost 5 burglaries every minute, every day. While those statistics can strike fear into the hearts of homeowners and apartment dwellers alike, it is not necessary to fear that you’re going to be the next target. Instead, follow these home invasion safety tips to…
Social work: a noble occupation where you have the ability to positively impact others’ lives. As a helping professional, this can be an extremely rewarding career. At the same time, this is a career that comes with a unique set of safety concerns. Sadly, these safety risks are sometimes a matter of life and death.…