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. 2009 Mar 2;64B(3):415–424. doi: 10.1093/geronb/gbn041

Table 1.

Survey Items

How often in your neighborhood (often, sometimes, rarely, or never) …
    Do you see neighbors and friends talking outside in the yard or on the street?
    Do you see neighbors taking care of each other, such as doing yard work or  watching children?
    Do you see traffic conditions, such as speeding cars or cars that run stop signs?
    Do you see low or inadequate lighting at night?
    Do you see neighbors watching out for each other, such as calling if they see a problem?
    Do you see people walking around you do not recognize?
    Do you see poorly maintained sidewalks or broken curbs?
    Do you see vandalism, such as damaging property or graffiti?
    Do you see trash and litter?
    Do you feel it is unsafe to walk around your neighborhood?
    Is there loud noise from neighbors, traffic, or other sources?
How many neighbors …
    Do you know by name?
    Do you have a friendly talk with at least once a week?
    Could you call on for assistance in doing something around your home or yard or to “borrow a cup of sugar” or some other small favor?