Are You Prepared: National Senior Safety Week

Category: Community event Audience: Seniors Type of Event: Community safety education,Social Cost: Free for Members | $2.00 for Non-Members Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible Contact Information: information@sclsa.ca Link: Presentations: 1:00 pm: Stop & Spot The Scam with Lorena Smalley Come join Lorena Smalley, Manager of WE Seniors, as she tells us about the Senior Fraud Alert website ( www.seniorfraudalert.ca ), created by the Alberta Seniors Alliance. During this presentation, you will hear real stories about scams and learn about the resources created specifically for seniors by seniors, with the help of the Edmonton Police Service. She will also give practical tips on how you can spend some time each month learning about the latest scams so you can learn how to Spot and Stop the scam! 1:45 pm: EMS Strathcona: AED and Rural Emergencies Join Strathcona EMS for an introduction to CPR and AEDs (automated external defibrillators) and what to know when an emergency happens in a rural area. Learn when and how an AED can be used, what to expect when calling 911, and some practical tips for getting help quickly when you live rurally. Bring your questions and learn what you can do while waiting for EMS to arrive. 2:30 pm: Break 2:45 pm: Strathcona Police: Cheri-Lee Smith: Rural Property Safety Join us for a presentation with local police about property safety, with a special focus on rural living. Learn practical tips for protecting your home, garage, vehicles, sheds and outbuildings, what to watch for on your property, and what to do if you notice something suspicious. Bring your questions and learn how a few simple steps can help keep your home and property safer.

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