[I'm Popeye!]

Security Alarm System (Sensors on all doors and windows) and 2 - 9MM Hand Guns.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by I'm Popeye!

Security Alarm System (Sensors on all doors and windows) and 2 - 9MM Hand Guns.

Yes, but did you find any ammo?

[manaboutown]

Practice, practice, practice with my handguns. Keep one handy at all times, even in bed, as I have for the last 57 years.

[Woodbear]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

Yes, but did you find any ammo?

9mm is finally showing up under $0.40/ round. Not the best value but better than $1 per round.

Outdoorlimited.com has consistently had 9 mm around. Targetsportsusa.com is another.

[Blackbird45]

My wife is in a wheel chair, so I've install cameras so I can check on her when I'm out shopping. Alco we have Google Nest Hub, if she needs to get in touch with me all she has to do is tell it to call me and it's a video call.

[2A supporter]

Originally Posted by Woodbear

9mm is finally showing up under $0.40/ round. Not the best value but better than $1 per round.

Outdoorlimited.com has consistently had 9 mm around. Targetsportsusa.com is another.

There is a good search engine for ammo which apparently I'm not allowed to post??
I highly disagree with leaving anything unlocked, lol ! Even though it's easy to kick in a door, it will give me a few extra seconds to grab one of the staged guns around the house.
This is actually a good thread, made me remember that we have no fire extinguishers in our new Patio Villa. Looks like a trip to Lowes is in order .

[J1ceasar]

Because of dementia and depression I suggest getting rid of the guns. I know a family who is now dead because their grandfather shot them all.


I have never heard of a home invasion in The Villages so then the only protection I need his from my wife

Originally Posted by I'm Popeye!

Security Alarm System (Sensors on all doors and windows) and 2 - 9MM Hand Guns.

[Dan2020]

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About Alarms in Garages, Crawlspaces, and Unfinished Areas
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The sensors in smoke and CO alarms work best in temperatures between 40° F (4° C) and 100° F (38° C). Alarms in unfinished areas may experience more nuisance alarms due to temperature fluctuations.

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[thevillages2013]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

Yes, but did you find any ammo?

Pistol grip 20 gauge here loaded with BUCKSHOT which by the way is hard to find now.

[thevillages2013]

Originally Posted by J1ceasar

Because of dementia and depression I suggest getting rid of the guns. I know a family who is now dead because their grandfather shot them all.


I have never heard of a home invasion in The Villages so then the only protection I need his from my wife

Keep a 9 in your nightstand she will never know

[thevillages2013]

Originally Posted by billethkid

I know we need to add grab bars, but am curious where/why from some who have already done it.

My current focus is mainly the master bath/shower/tub/potty.

You should look at where you walk and items such as bath mats and rugs that could trip you. All you need is one cotton bath mat to step out onto and then hang it up on shower

[kcrazorbackfan]

It’s a new home some everything was done on the interior; lightning protection system on the outside and oh yeah, both my wife and I have become more proficient with our semi-automatic handguns.

[Cranford61]

They have medication for that mindset.

[mamamia54]

Years ago, I taught a Matter of Balance class to seniors. I remember a couple of things but not all. Buy a motion sensor night light. It will only go on when you need it and not bother your sleep. Rug outside of the shower should be rubber back so no sliding. If you live alone, while showering, take your phone and leave it where you can reach it (hopefully) in case you do fall and need help. Hope this helps.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Woodbear

9mm is finally showing up under $0.40/ round. Not the best value but better than $1 per round.

Outdoorlimited.com has consistently had 9 mm around. Targetsportsusa.com is another.

OOOF!

Glad I bought a metric ton of it (@ $0.18/rnd) the last time we had an ammo shortage....