Politics & Government
Free Lock Box Program Offered To Manchester Senior Residents
The lock boxes allow first responders emergency access to help residents without causing damage to homes.
MANCHESTER, NJ — Manchester Township residents who are 60 or older are eligible to get a free lock box for their home that would allow first responders to get into their home in an emergency.
The lock boxes are being provided by the township's Senior Services program, and will belong to the residents, the
Residents put a spare key in the lock box and choose a combination for the lock.
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"We strongly encourage that once a combination is set, it be shared with the police department," officials said.
If you need more information or want to register for the program, call Manchester Senior Services at 732-849-8305.
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