Home security for solo agers is less about extreme measures and more about a few consistent habits and low-cost tools.
The basics that matter most
- Solid locks on all entry points, including secondary doors people sometimes neglect
- A video doorbell to screen visitors without opening the door
- Good exterior lighting, especially at entry points
- A habit of not announcing when you'll be away, including on social media
Avoid publicly advertising that you live alone — phrasing like "my late husband and I" in casual conversation with unfamiliar service people is a small but real habit worth being mindful of.