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Vacation Check program
Coverage of Vacation Check program in the Nexus archive.
- Lakewood Police Department's Vacation Check program monitors homes while residents are away
The Lakewood Police Department's Vacation Check program uses volunteers to monitor homes during residents' absences, checking for forced entry and suspicious activity. Launched in 2024, it operates busiest during summer and holidays, with 4-5 properties active at a time, fostering community trust and providing security reassurance.