WEST CHESTER (March 28, 2024) – To help residents securely dispose of documents containing sensitive and personal information, state Senator Carolyn Comitta and state Representative Kristine Howard are hosting a shredding event on Saturday, April 27th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Malvern Fire Company.
Residents and families should consider taking advantage of the opportunity to safely dispose of financial statements, tax forms, medical records, and other confidential information.
The documents will be destroyed onsite, and the shredded paper will later be recycled.
“As many of us begin our spring cleaning, it’s important to properly dispose of any paperwork containing sensitive personal information to protect from identity theft,” Comitta said. “If you are getting rid of those tax documents and other sensitive records, I encourage you to attend our event to safely and securely protect your personal information.”
Some examples of unneeded documents that should be shredded include: credit card statements and applications, bank records, canceled checks, income tax forms, insurance records, medical and retirement or pension fund information, and any documents that contain personal information like Social Security, credit card, or bank account numbers.
“This event is a green and secure way for residents to dispose of unwanted personal documents,” said Howard. “Properly disposing confidential information can prevent it from falling into the wrong hands. I am pleased to facilitate this service for the community.”
The event is free and open to the public. However, please note the following:
- This event is for individuals only, not businesses.
- There is a three (3) box limit per car.
- Only paper will be accepted. Please do not bring binders, binder clips, or books.
In addition, donations of non-perishable food items for the Chester County Food Bank will also be accepted at the event. While donations are welcomed and encouraged, they are not required to participate in the shredding event.
The Malvern Fire Company is located at 424 E. King Street, Malvern, PA 19355.
For more information visit pasenatorcomitta.com/shred-april-2024
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