Milford Federal Savings and Loan Associations has announced that it will fund the nationally acclaimed Senior Crimestoppers Program at the Blaire House, located in Milford. The Senior Crimestoppers Program works much like a neighborhood watch where senior facilities with a strong commitment to crime prevention implement increased awareness and a zero tolerance policy. The program will provide on-going crime prevention programs to these facilities designed to deter incidents of crime in long-term care and senior housing facilities.

Benefits of the program include: • Personal lock boxes provided for use by residents and/or family members of a resident • Cash rewards paid for anonymous information about crime incidents • 24/7 call center tips line • Ongoing education promoting zero tolerance to crime

“Milford Federal is pleased to partner with The Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation to bring this incredible program to Blaire House at no cost so they may continue to be safe and secure environments for their residents," said Cynthia A. Casey, President/CEO of Milford Federal. "As a community bank we recognize the importance of supporting local residents and businesses. Our investment in this program will help to strengthen the fight against crime perpetrated against the elderly."

The Senior Crimestoppers Program was developed by The Senior Housing Cime Prevention Foundation and produces outstanding results nationwide. As of March 31, 2010, participating centers experienced a collective reduction in total crime incidents of 92.61%.

For more information about the Senior Crime Stoppers Program, visit www.seniorcrimestoppers.org.

Established in 1887, Milford Federal Savings & Loan has been serving the needs of its neighbors and friends in the Greater Milford area, the Blackstone Valley, and Northern RI for 123 years. It operates through four conveniently located offices and can be found online at www.milfordfederal.com.

Pictured from left to right: Peter Blanchard, Massachusetts Bankers Association; Robert Bodio, Senior VP Operations, Milford Federal; Janice Griffith, VP - Loans, Milford Federal; Kyle Romano, Administrator, Blaire House; Cynthia Casey, President/CEO, Milford Federal; George Clinard, Vice President, Senior Housing Crime Prevention Foundation; James Magyar, VP – Treasurer, Milford Federal