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Future Us was launched in March 2022 as a pan-Canadian roadmap to the prevention of elder abuse. Join us on Tuesday, May 6 to find out what has been happening across Canada over the past 3 years to advance a national dialogue on the Strategy's three goals :

Prioritize prevention of elder abuse and neglect in every community
Establish and support elder abuse prevention networks at local, regional, and national levels
Teach everyone to recognize warning signs of abuse and neglect, how to respond safely and effectively and where to refer in the community to find help

Stories of growth, challenge and change will be shared from across Canada to acknowledge the steady commitment and ingenuity of grassroots leaders and networks. An interactive discussion with advocates from provincial and territorial Elder Abuse Prevention Networks will impart their experiences strengthening and developing new networks unique to their jurisdiction, forming creative alliances, and working strategically across communities and with all levels of government to achieve our common goals.

This webinar will inspire people of all ages to engage in the Future Us movement and join our shared journey to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive society.

Facilitator

Margaret MacPherson
Research Associate, Centre for Research and Education on Violence Against Women and Children Margaret designs and develops curriculum and related materials on a number of initiatives including the Make It Our Business workplace domestic violence program and It’s Not Right! Neighbours, Friends and Families for Older Adults. Margaret is passionate in her belief that everyone has an important contribution to make in creating safe and supportive environments at work and in our communities.

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As Canadians prepare to file their taxes this year, scammers are already devising schemes. Scammers may pose as Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Service Canada agents or other authority figures to try to steal your personal information, identity or money.

EAPO in collaboration with CNPEA, have invited Stephane Senecal, Senior Support Unit Coordinator from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to inform Canadians on how to protect themselves from tax scams. In this webinar, you will learn how to recognize types of tax schemes, how they work, and their consequences. The presentation will provide examples of some of the latest tax-related scams, tips to protect yourself against scams and frauds, and how to report a scam or suspicious activity to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

PRESENTER

Stephanie Senecal
Senior Support Unit Coordinator, Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Royal Canadian Mounted Police and Ontario Provincial Police

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Wednesday, February 26
10 AM to 11 AM Pacific /
1 PM to 2 PM Eastern
ASL interpretation available

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To mark Pink Shirt Day, CNPEA and Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario are hosting a special webinar on bullying prevention among older people. EAPO is partnering with the Sheridan Centre for Elder Research, and the B ob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf as they undertake a Senior’s Anti-Bullying Implementation & Evaluation Project to better understand senior to senior bullying in Ontario, and support the development of best practices and strategies.

Join this webinar to hear the “lessons” learned so far during the implementation and evaluation of the Senior’s Anti-bullying Project and what initiatives are coming up in the project’s future. An overview of the Solutions: Everybody’s B usiness Senior to Senior Anti-Bullying Toolkit will be provided, and presenters will address the toolkit is being used in community settings, as well as updates and additions being made based on engagement and input from seniors.Learn more here.

PRESENTERS

Liza Franses, Project Manager, Sheridan Centre for Elder Research
Liza (Leeza) Franses is an older adult advocate that has worked with diverse older adult communities in Toronto & the GTA. Her background ranges from working with older adults in long-term care to adult day programs, managing a multicultural Seniors Active Living Centre, to currently working as the Project Manager of the Senior’s Anti-Bullying Project.

Dr. Kirsten Madsen, Project Director Seniors' Anti-Bullying Project, Sheridan College
Dr. Kirsten Madsen is a faculty member at Sheridan College. She received her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Sheffield in England. Specifically, her graduate work was with the Sheffield University anti-bullying project. Since then she went on to assess what anti-bullying strategies were being implemented by schools across England.

Niki Golnabi, Facilitator, Seniors' Anti-Bullying Project, Sheridan College
Niki is an Iranian-Canadian student studying Early Childhood Education at Sheridan College. She is currently a facilitator with the Seniors’ Anti-bullying Project, as well as a student educator at a childcare centre in Oakville. Niki started her studies in the Animation program at Sheridan, but later became interested in being actively involved in building strong and diverse communities, by directly learning from the people in them. She is drawn to projects that are focused on implementing creative ideas, and believes secure connections are a core necessity at any age in life.

When:

January 28 and 29, 2025
From 9 AM to 12:30 Pacific /
From 12 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern

Free

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Designed for Elder Abuse Prevention professionals.

Despite growing awareness around the identification, prevention, and response to older adult mistreatment, abuse and neglect, significant barriers remain when addressing these issues through an ethnocultural lens. Existing resources often take a one-size-fits-all approach, overlooking the intersectionality of ethnicity, language, and culture that shapes the experiences of diverse older adults and their communities.

This presentation explores the role of cultural compassion in effectively addressing older adult mistreatment, focusing on the unique needs and challenges faced by ethnocultural communities. This workshop goes beyond foundational knowledge to explore nuanced cultural perspectives on aging, respect, and family roles.

Participants will learn strategies for fostering empathy, understanding cultural indicators of mistreatment, and tailoring interventions that honour each individual’s cultural identity.

Workshop Facilitator

Dr. Rose Joudi (Ph.D. Psych.) is an aging and ethnic diversity researcher, consultant, and international speaker on elder abuse and ageism. She was the Research Lead on an ethnocultural elder abuse awareness project with Carya (Calgary, AB), and is currently the Project Manager for The Way In Network (TWIN) at Carya. Dr. Joudi also teaches at Mount Royal University (Calgary, Canada) on the Psychology of Aging. Dr. Joudi contributes valuable insights to the field through her background in academia and research. She also collaborates with stakeholders to address the unique needs of older adults in diverse populations. Committed to enhancing the quality of life of older adults, she actively promotes educational strategies and facilitates training sessions that include elder abuse awareness, ageism, trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and compassion when working with diverse populations. Dr. Joudi also believes in empowering professionals to adopt inclusive strategies and supporting organisations in their person-centred and directed approach to care. Dr. Joudi is a current board member of both the Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG) and the Alberta Council on Aging (ACA). Dr Joudi also serves as an advisor for the Ministry of Seniors, Community, and Social Services in Alberta, Canada, and is a past board director for the Canadian Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA).

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When:

January 14 and 15, 2025
From 9 AM to 12:30 Pacific / From 12 PM to 3:30 PM Eastern
Free

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This workshop is designed for people working in seniors' services.

Despite growing awareness around the identification, prevention, and response to older adult mistreatment, abuse and neglect, significant barriers remain when addressing these issues through an ethnocultural lens. Existing resources often take a one-size-fits- all approach, overlooking the intersectionality of ethnicity, language, and culture that shapes the experiences of diverse older adults and their communities.

In this session, we explore the complexities of older adult mistreatment through an ethnocultural lens, emphasizing the importance of cultural understanding in identifying, preventing, and responding to mistreatment. Attendees will gain insight into how cultural beliefs and values shape perceptions of aging and family dynamics, influencing both risks and protective factors.

This workshop is designed for organisations that are relatively new to this critical issue, equipping participants with foundational knowledge and practical steps to support culturally sensitive prevention and intervention efforts within diverse communities.

Workshop facilitator

rosejoudi profilepic Dr. Rose Joudi (Ph.D. Psych.) is an aging and ethnic diversity researcher, consultant, and international speaker on elder abuse and ageism. She was the Research Lead on an ethnocultural elder abuse awareness project with Carya (Calgary, AB), and is currently the Project Manager for The Way In Network (TWIN) at Carya. Dr. Joudi also teaches at Mount Royal University (Calgary, Canada) on the Psychology of Aging. Dr. Joudi contributes valuable insights to the field through her background in academia and research. She also collaborates with stakeholders to address the unique needs of older adults in diverse populations. Committed to enhancing the quality of life of older adults, she actively promotes educational strategies and facilitates training sessions that include elder abuse awareness, ageism, trauma-informed care, cultural competence, and compassion when working with diverse populations. Dr. Joudi also believes in empowering professionals to adopt inclusive strategies and supporting organisations in their person-centred and directed approach to care. Dr. Joudi is a current board member of both the Alberta Association on Gerontology (AAG) and the Alberta Council on Aging (ACA). Dr Joudi also serves as an advisor for the Ministry of Seniors, Community, and Social Services in Alberta, Canada, and is a past board director for the Canadian Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA).