This section of our website lists resources that provide information about safe firearm storage and firearm injury prevention. We hope they will be helpful to you. Notice anything missing that you would like more information about? Contact the FIPP team.
Safe Storage Options and Where to Find Them
Firearm storage devices are available for purchase online, at gun shops and at some sporting goods stores.
BeSMART's Guide to Secure Gun Storage Devices
This site outlines firearm storage options and their costs. A handout is also available.
New York firearm storage map
Locations for temporary, voluntary firearm storage.
Firearm Life Plan
Resources for developing a personal firearm safety plan.
Local agencies providing free firearm cable locks: (Call ahead to confirm lock availability)
- Town Clerk offices: Brighton, Chili, Clarkson, Gates, Hamlin, Henrietta, Mendon, Ogden, Parma, Riga, Rochester (city), Rush, Sweden, and Wheatland.
- County Sheriff offices providing free gun locks: (Information will be posted soon)
- Veterans can obtain free gun locks at any VA center location.
Safe Storage Conversations
BeSMART's Secure Gun Storage Handouts
This website outlines firearm storage options, informational guides and costs.
Talking to Your Children About Guns
This handout provides tips for talking to both young children and adolescents about firearms.
How to Ask About Guns in the Home
Safe firearm storage is important at home and in households where children spend time. The BeSMART Asking About Secure Gun Storage guide helps you engage in these important conversations.
Older Adults
UR Medicine FIPP Older Adult Brochure
As we age, the risk of firearm injury increases. This brochure provides an overview of things to think about if you care for or are engaged with an older adult who may have firearms in the home.
Firearm Life Plan
Resources for developing a personal firearm safety plan
Firearm Safety for Veterans
Worried about a Veteran (WAV)
This website addresses safe firearm storage concerns specifically for veterans, their families, and their friends. The site provides information on safe firearm storage, state laws and resources, suicide warning signs, and guidance for discussing safe firearm storage with your veteran.
US Department of Veteran Affairs Firearm Storage Resources
Veterans can obtain free gun locks at any VA location or vet center.
Emergency Mental Health Care
UR Medicine resources to help individuals in crisis and those who have experienced gun violence.
