Living in a Boston apartment can create certain issues of security. By becoming more conscious, exercising common sense and taking precautionary measures you improve your chances of remaining safe.

• Trust your instincts. They are the most reliable guides

• Always lock your apartment door even when you are home

• Never open your door to anyone you don’t know - ask for ID

• Never leave your valuables in plain view. Always lock your car and/or bicycle

• Keep windows locked when you are not home or sleeping

• Keep emergency numbers by the phone or refrigerator

• Know your neighbors. Choose someone in case of emergency

• When walking, stay in a well-lit area and know where you’re going

• Avoid traveling alone, if possible. Be aware, confident and cautious

• Use MGH Police and Security’s Escort Service - available to Building 199 (parking garage) or Building 149 for students leaving the Institute at night. The MGH Police, Security and Outside Services of the Charlestown Navy Yard will respond to a request for an escort called into the lobby desk (617) 726-0528.

  However, there may be a time delay due to the ability of the Police and Security Officer to respond immediately. Please call in advance. Escort services are not provided to North Station, MGH Main Campus or outside the Charlestown Navy Yard.

MGH Institute community members living in Boston or in a surrounding community are encouraged to sign up for their local community's emergency notification system:

• Boston

• Brookline

• Cambridge

• Malden

• Newton

• Norfolk County

• Watertown

• Winchester

Read the Emergency Preparedness page on our website for information concerning the MGH Institute.