Do you remember the old Lost in Space television series? Do you remember the robot that followed Will Robinson around and told him when trouble was afoot? It’s unfortunate that we don’t all have that kind of protection. We’re all looking for a little more security.
It’s a sad fact. Unscrupulous characters constantly find new ways to steal from us. People with disabilities are high on the ‘easy target’ list. Like everyone else, we carry phones, PDAs and laptops. And, like everyone else, our stuff has outgrown our pockets. Rolling through crowds, with a backpack slung on the back of your wheelchair, it’s almost impossible to keep track of your belongings.
One answer is to cover your backpack with one of the plethora of mesh and fabric bags on the market (www.walkabouttravelgear.com/pacsafe.htm). Put one on and it’s harder for thieves to open backpack pockets, but it’s also harder for you to retrieve something quickly. What if the backpack was totally redesigned, with the pockets and zippers on the reverse side that can’t be accessed until it’s taken off your shoulders or wheelchair? Now you have a sleeker looking pack, but also one that prevents unauthorized access. Enter the Securepack backpack, from Mobile Edge.
The Securepack is roomy enough to carry everything you need to keep track of your busy life. It’s got compartments for clothing, pens, CDs, keys, and a special pocket for your Ipod that allows the headphone wires to pass through without giving access to the device itself. And, of course, there’s space for your laptop. It even has two removable pouches to carry toiletries.
Some backpacks can secure both your stuff and yourself. One such bag is aptly called The Guardian. Besides the features we all seek in a backpack, this one comes with added electric kick in the form of sirens and lights that are sure to scare off even the most brazen of would-be thieves and attackers.
But what about indoor security? There are many products that help people with disabilities lead safer lives in their homes.
Personal alarm systems offer security in two ways. If you’re the victim of a mugging, as many elderly and disabled individuals are, a product such as Safety Technology’s electronic whistle (www.safetytechnology.com/alarm.htm) can scare off a would-be attacker. If you’ve got a medical condition, a personal alarm like the Medic Alert can summon help in an emergency.
Lighting systems, such as the Cane Candle, help prevent run-ins from obstacles when the lights go out in a power failure This simple, battery powered device wraps around a cane, walker, or wheelchair frame to provide light when the power in your home goes out. Now you can avoid accidents caused by the toys little Maureen or the dog left strewn about on the floor.
Sad but true, we live in a world of pitfalls and dangers. Maintaining your personal safety and security, both while you re roaming around in the world and at home, is important. When you can’t have a robot warn you about impending dangers, you can use other tools to help protect your possessions and yourself.
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