Seniors' Safety Program
The Seniors' Safety Program is
ten years old! Founded in 1996 on the initiative of the RCMP, the program was
the first to be established in the province and, with Sharon Elliott as its
initial coordinator, became the model for programs in other jurisdictions.
Funded by the Annapolis West Health Foundation in partnership with the Soldiers
Memorial Hospital Foundation of Middleton, the program is run out of the
Annapolis RCMP detachment, with support from Bruce Chev-Olds, various service
groups throughout Annapolis County and the Municipality of Annapolis County.
The program's goal is to help seniors live safely, securely and independently
in their own homes for as long as possible. It offers 360-degree service,
staying with a senior throughout the course of a concern. Where other programs
may be confined by a narrow mandate, our program coordinator is both a
listening ear and an advocate for seniors.
Here are the answers to some of the most
frequently asked questions about our Seniors' Safety Program.
What services does the program provide?
The Seniors' Safety program is involved in many activities that promote the
independent, safe and secure living of seniors. Here's a sample:
Home visits - where the program coordinator meets with you in your own home to
provide information on home security, personal safety, crime prevention
methods, fraud and abuse. She will address questions or concerns you may have
about other related issues, including telephone fraud.
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Celebrating 10 years! Sharon Elliott receives a plaque from
RCMP Assistant Commissioner Ian Atkins.
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Surfing Seniors - eight "tech"
classes a week that will help you learn how to use computers in a friendly,
non-threatening environment. A great way to get familiar with surfing the web
and using e-mail to keep in touch with family and friends - in a seniors-only
group.
Medical Emergency Vials - a way to help you keep track of your medications and
make sure your health and medication information is easily accessible in case
of emergencies.
Grief and Bereavement Group - where meeting in a respectful and caring
environment helps you cope with your loss.
In addition, we partner with other service organizations to initiate programs
and workshops for seniors. Our program coordinator is always available to speak
to your group or organization on the topic of senior safety.
Who can use the service?
You may use the service if you live in Annapolis County and are over the age of
55.
How do I access the service?
You can reach Wendy Knowlton, Seniors' Safety Program coordinator, by phoning
the RCMP detachments at 665-4481 or 825-2000. The mailing address is Box 340,
Bridgetown, N.S., B0S 1C0. The coordinator's e-mail address is
wendy.knowlton@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
When are the services available?
The Seniors' Safety Coordinator works mostly Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.
How much do the Seniors' Safety Program
services cost?
The services are free. .
Here are some related links of interest to
seniors. Just double click on the www.address to call up the information.
A listing of current scams, frauds, identity
thefts, etc.
www.rcmp.ca/scams/index_e.htm
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To report telephone scams and Internet scams
www.phonebusters.com
Seniors Information Line
www.gov.ns.ca/scs
Seniors' Secretariat
www.gov.ns.ca/scs
Surfing Seniors
www3.ns.sympatico.ca/bridgetowncap
Trans County Transportation Society
www.ns.sympatico/tcts
Resources for Senior women (N.S. Advisory
Council on the Status of Women)
www.gov.ns.ca/staw/
Housing information and options
www.gov.ns.ca/hous
Community Links
www.nscommunitylinks.ca
Annapolis and Kings Counties Learning
Association
www.kcla.ca
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