Triad

Peabody Senior Center

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Behavior Policy

Peabody Council on Aging

Pride in Peabody ~ Because We Care

Friends Career Opportunities

Pride in Peabody ~ Because We Care

Home Transportation Social Services Volunteer Services Triad Adult Day Health

(978) 531-2254

info@Peabodycoa.org

Triad

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PEABODY

TRIAD

Seniors

and

Law Enforcement Together

Mission Statement

To develop and implement policies and programs to reduce criminal victimization, promote crime prevention and safety awareness, and serve the needs of the senior community in Peabody. In addition, the Council will design and support programs to improve the quality of life for our senior citizens.

If you would like information about becoming a Triad Council member, or would like more information on any of the Triad Programs, please contact the Peabody Council on Aging at

978-531-2254

WHAT IS TRIAD?

Triad is a community policing initiative between seniors, law enforcement, and service providers to increase safety through education and crime prevention. Its goals are:

 Reduce criminal activity which targets older Americans

 Alleviate seniors’ fear of victimization, build confidence and improve the quality of life

 Enhance delivery of law enforcement services to senior citizens

WHAT DOES A TRIAD COUNCIL DO?

Empower – give seniors leadership on the Triad Council to determine its direction.

Educate – gather information on criminal activity, and sponsor crime prevention workshops and other programs.

Reach out – reduce fear and increase peace of mind for seniors

Force Links – provide a forum to discuss crime-related needs and concerns of seniors, identify problem areas, and develop and implement community-wide solutions.

 House Numbers: 4” numbers to comply with the Massachusetts law and local ordinance.

 “ICE: Stickers for Cell Phones

Speaker Series

Identity Theft

Senior Scams

Prescription Drug Disposal

Elder Abuse

Health Care Proxy

Durable Power of Attorney

Homestead Act

Home Improvement Contractor’s Statute

Hoarding

Health Care Fraud

“Teens Today”: Current Issues Facing your Adolescent Grandchild

Also Available thru other Agencies

Hoarding: presentations provided by Laurie Grant, GLSS, 781-586-8605

Health Care Errors, Fraud and Abuse: presentations provided by SMP from Elder Services of the Merrimac Valley, 800-892-0890

The Play:

Breaking the Silence – Voices of Hope

GLSS & NJN 781-599-0110

Registry of Motor Vehicles Safe Driving Presentations:

Michele Ellicks 617-973-8995

Current Projects

 "Yellow Dot" Program: This sticker on your car's back window alerts emergency responders to Medical Data Record in the glove box of the car.

 File of Life: Magnetic Pouch holding your updated medical information on the refrigerator door.

 Photo Id: for seniors who do not drive.

 9-1-1 Disability Indicator Program: Applications available at the Police Department or Torigian Community Life Center. This confidential program enables 9-1-1 dispatchers' access to information regarding individuals with disabilities to aid in their emergency care.

 Identity Theft: What to do?

 Grab and Go Bags: Be ready for an unexpected disaster.

 My Personal Information: Record guide for families

 SafeLink: Application forms for wireless phones available thru PCOA Social Service.