Home Safety

NORC - Nurturing Our Retired Citizens


	helping seniors to"Age in Place"

HOME SAFETY AND SECURITY

FOR EMERGENCY HELP CALL: 9-1-1

Hopkins Fire Department
Provides one of the most progressive and highly recognized fire prevention and educational programs in the state. Additionally, they provide medical care in life threatening emergencies and a hazardous materials response team for chemical emergencies.
For more information and safety tips, see Appendix G.
www.hopkinsmn.com
Phone: 952-548-6451

Hopkins Police Department
Provides citizens with quality service, professional conduct and a safe environment in which to live, work and learn.
For more information and safety tips, see Appendix H, and Appendix I.
www.hopkinsmn.com
Non-emergency help: 952-938-8885

NORC
Home Safety Checks
A registered occupational therapist will make home safety checks in the homes of Hopkins seniors.
For self-guided home safety check, see Appendix J.
For more information about NORC, see Appendix A,.
www.norcmn.org
Phone: 952-542-4866

Telecare Program
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
A free service for people living alone who would like the added security of personal telephone contacts. Fill out an application and a volunteer will call everyday between 8 and 10 AM or you will call Telecare.
www.abbottnorthwestern.com
Phone: 612-863-4281