Senior Safety Program
The Senior Safety Program aims to ensure a society of seniors enjoying a comfortable quality of life.
Home Visits:
Our coordinator meets with seniors in their home to help address specific safety, security and welfare concerns.
Community Presentations / Events:
Our coordinator is happy to deliver a variety of safety presentations to community or seniors groups.
Special Events:
Our coordinator plans events throughout the year. Past events have included Community Coffee Breaks, Free Shredding, Safety Presentations and Senior Safety Skittles.
Program Goals:
- Increase the sense of connection seniors feel with their communities.
- Increase the number of seniors provided with safety and security information.
- Increase partnerships of senior serving providers and encourage referrals, combined projects and senior focused events.
Services Provided:
Home Visits:
Our coordinator meets with seniors in their home to help address specific safety, security and welfare concerns.
Community Presentations / Events:
Our coordinator is happy to deliver a variety of safety presentations to community or seniors groups.
Special Events:
Our coordinator plans events throughout the year. Past events have included Community Coffee Breaks, Free Shredding, Safety Presentations and Senior Safety Skittles.
Topics Covered:
- Identity Theft
- Fraud and Scams
- Senior Abuse
- Restorative Justice
- Seniors and the Law
- Power of Attorney
- Personal Directives
- Protection for Persons in Care
- Protection of Property
- Peace Bonds
- Residential Tenancies Act
- Personal Safety
- Home Security
- Community Safety
- Vehicle and Driving Safety
- Medication Safety / Vial of Life
- Internet Safety and Security
- Emergency Preparedness
- 911 Education
- Wellness for Living
Program Perks:
- Participation is FREE
- Anyone can make a referral or request service
- Broad definition of senior (55+)
- Services tailored to specific needs and concerns
- Connect seniors to existing services and programs
