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NROCRC to host conference on elder abuse Event part of National Victims of Crime Awareness Week in April STAFF
“This conference is an opportunity not to be missed,” said Joyce Drouin, Elder Abuse Prevention Coordinator at NROCRC. “Knowledge is power, and the way to prevent elder abuse is to be informed and aware of the ‘many paths’ or options available to support seniors and caregivers when elder abuse is evident.” Interested seniors and service providers will participate in a solution focused dialogue about elder abuse and its devastating effects on victims and families alike. Key note speaker, the Honourable Judge André Cousineau, will provide a testimonial of “Seniors Help-
Nepean, Rideau and Osgoode Community Resource Centre (NROCRC) is hosting a conference “Courage is Contagious: Strength of Seniors” on Wednesday April 13 at the Travelodge Ottawa Hotel and Conference Centre at 1376 Carling Ave. Funded by Justice Canada, the conference will address issues of elder abuse at the local level. The conference is part of the National Victims of Crime Awareness Week from April 10 to 16.
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