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Date From/To |
Times |
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Contact Information: |
Geneva, Switzerland
Europe |
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Guest Speakers |
World Health Organization
Executive Board Room |
Friday, 15 June |
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm followed by reception |
Distinguished speakers will address the session: Stephen Lewis (former UN Envoy on AIDS in Africa and President of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, Toronto, Canada), Richard Blewitt, CEO, HelpAge, International, and Baroness Sally Greengross (House of Lords, UK, formerly Age Concern UK Secretary General) |
RSVP |
RSVP to: Elizabeth.Podnieks@utoronto.ca
Business Attire
Guests are requested to arrive by 1:30PM
ID is required |
Brussels, Belgium
Europe |
WEAAD Recognition
at Symposium |
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Friday, 15 June |
9H A.M. 4H P.M. |
'Ouderenmis(be)handeling, je ziet het pas, als je het gelooft!'
'Elder Abuse, you'll see it when you believe it!' (translation) |
20 € |
Anne Van der Gucht
Telephone: 00 32 (0)9 360 33 66
Web: www.meldpuntouderenmishandeling.be |
Online
http://www.aarp.org/research/international
/events/2007expertsession.html |
AARP International
Ask the Expert Session |
Online Elder Abuse
Awareness Session |
June 1 through
June 15, 2007 |
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Ask your questions and read insights shared by experts on elder abuse issues including Naomi Karp, Strategic Policy Advisor of the Consumer and State Affairs
Team at AARP's Public Policy Institute.
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Online Session at: http://www.aarp.org/research/international
/events/2007expertsession.html
Home Page: http://www.aarp.org/international |
| South Asia |
WEAAD in South Asia |
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Friday, 15 June |
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Dr. Mala Kapur Shankardass
D 104 Anand Niketan
New Delhi 110021, India
Mobile: +9818138553
e-mail: LittleThingsMatter@gmail.com;
MalaKapurShankardass@hotmail.com |
Lodhi Road
New Delhi - 110 003
India
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in India
Joint collaboration of "Little Things Matter", with
the Minsitry of Social Justice and Empowerment,
the Delhi Federation of Association of Senior Citizens,
and Habitat World |
India Habitat Centre |
Friday, 15 June |
6.30 to 8.30 pm |
The sponsoring organizations along with the Delhi Police, HelpAge India, and many other organizations involved with ageing issues will also participate in the program. |
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Dr. Mala Kapur Shankardass
e-mail: LittleThingsMatter@gmail.com;
MalaKapurShankardass@hotmail.com |
| New Delhi, India |
WEAAD in India
Symposium hosted by Anugraha
"World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" |
UN HALL
UN Building
Lodi Estate |
Friday, 15 June |
16.00 to 18.30 hrs |
Shri Tejender Khanna, Hon'ble Lt. Governor of Delhi has kindly consented to be the Chief guest and deliver the inaugural address. |
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Click here to download Programme
Contact: Dr. Aabha Chaudhary, Founder, Anugraha. Ph-2272663
Email: anugrahaindia@yahoo.com, web: www.anugrahaindia.net |
| New Delhi, India |
WEAAD in India
HelpAge India
"Going to the Guardians" |
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Friday, 15 June |
11 a.m. |
| 1000 lady cadets of the Delhi Police will be introduced to Elders Abuse and its manifestations through a sensitisation workshop by HelpAge India at the Delhi Police training academy. The objective is to make these future women police officers more sensitive to older people's issues to be better prepared to deal with elder abuse when faced with it. |
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489 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne
Australia |
WEAAD in Australia
Working together to advance
the human rights of older Victorians |
Jasper Hotel |
Friday, 15 June |
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Presentations will include: Human rights and older people - Janet Wood, Former Chair of the Ministerial Advisory Council of Senior Victorians; Working within a Human Rights framework - Deb Pietsch, Human Resources Unit, Department of Human Services; A culture of collaboration: Lessons in networking - The Redcliffe project, Dr Deborah Setterlund, University of Queensland; Assessing risk in family violence - Rhonda Cumberland, Family Violence Coordination Unit, Dept. of Victorian Communities; The changing legal landscape for older people - Robert Phillips, Solicitor and Elder law consultant |
Free: limited so book early |
Jasper Hotel info - Ph: 8327 2777 (Melway ref: 2B, C12)
Discounted parking and accommodation is available.
For details and to register for this free event click here by 12th June 2007. Places are limited so book early. Enquires to Current Events 9596 4333. |
Morphett Road
Morphetville
Adelaide
South Australia |
WEAAD in South Australia
"Elder Abuse: It's Time for Action"
Conference Sponsored by
Aged Rights Advocacy Service Inc. |
Allan Scott Park
Morphettville Function Centre |
Friday, 15 June |
9am to 5pm |
Conference with speakers presenting innovative information and practical solutions to assist aged care service providers in responding to elder abuse in its various forms. |
A $132 |
Organization Website: http://www.sa.agedrights.asn.au
Primary Contact: Marilyn Crabtree - Telephone: 08 8232 5377, E-Mail: marilync@agedrights.asn.au
Secondary Contact: Sue Lyons - Telephone: 08 8232 5377, E-mail: suel@agedrights.asn.au |
| Dunedin, New Zealand |
WEAAD in New Zealand
Age Concern Otago Inc.
"World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Prevention Rally"
Respect not Neglect
http://www.ageconcern.org.nz/?/weaaday |
The Octagon |
Friday, 15 June |
Between 10am and 3pm |
Come to the Octagon between 10am and 3pm, and show your support by signing our petition. Mayor Peter Chin will be speaking at 2:45 in the Octagon on the prevention of elder abuse, and will receive signatures of support from the community on a giant placard to take to the Minister of Senior Citizens Hon. Ruth Dyson. |
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Organization website: http://www.ageconcern.org.nz
Primary Contact: Marie Bennett - Telephone: (03) 477 1040
Secondary Contact: Viki Yates - Telephone: (03) 477 1040
http://www.ageconcern.org.nz/?/weaaday |
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Venue |
Date From/To |
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Registration Info/Fee: |
Contact Information: |
Terryland, Headford Road
Galway, Ireland |
WEAAD in Ireland
Elder Abuse Conference
'Protection & Empowerment'
Sponsored by Health Services Executive, West |
Menlo Park Hotel & Conference Centre |
Friday, 15 June |
09.00 - 12.45 |
Conference highlighting elder abuse and in particular focusing on legal issues and legal protections. The conference is targeted at older persons representative groups and those working in services for older persons. |
None |
Contact: Bridget McDaid, dedicated Officer for Elder Abuse, HSE West
Telephone: +353 91 548394, E-Mail: bridget.mcdaid@maile.hse.ie
Menlo Park Hotel & Conference Centre - Telephone: LoCall: 1850 38 11 27, +353 91 76 11 22 |
| Jerusalem, Israel |
WEAAD in Israel
The Ministry of Retirement Affairs |
The Knesset
House of Parliament |
Tuesday, 12 June |
09:30 - 12:00 |
A special Hearing in the Knesset (the House of Parliament) on Elder abuse and Neglect in Israel. The discussion will be led by the Minister of the Senior Citizens' Party. |
By Invitation |
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22 Keren Hayesod
Jerusalem, Israel |
WEAAD in Israel
Ezrat Avot
Protecting our Parents, Friends and Mentors
from Elder Abuse |
Israel Center
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Tuesday, 12 June |
7:00PM |
An evening for the English-speaking public in Israel, featuring Dr. Miriam Adahan, a noted psychologist and author and Barbara Lang, National Coordinator of Elder-Abuse at the Israel Ministry of Health. |
Admission Free |
Sponsoring Organization: Ezrat Avot http://www.ezratavot.org
Primary Contact: Tamar Wisemon; Telephone: 972-2-582-5107
Secondary Contact: Sraya Sharabi Telephone: 052-689-3161 |
| Tel Aviv, Israel |
WEAAD in Israel
JDC - ESHEL
(The association for the Planning and
Development of Services
for the Aged in Israel) |
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Tuesday, 19 June |
08:30 - 15:00 |
The conference will take place under the auspices of the Minister of Health and with presence of the General Director of the Welfare Ministry and Eshel's General Director. 500 professionals from across the country will participate in the conference. |
By Invitation |
Organization Website: www.eshelnet.org.il
Contact: Dr. Sara Alon, Telephone: 972-2-6557129
E-Mail Address: saraa@jdc.org.il |
Canada
North America |
WEAAD in Canada
Quebec Network for the
Prevention of Elder Abuse
(RQCAA) Campaign |
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From 1 April to 31 May,
culminating on 15 June |
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This campaign will culminate June 15, 2007, with the international day of sensitizing to counter the abuses towards older persons and the awarding of the RQCAA Prize of Excellence of 2000$. |
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http://www.rqcaa.org/PDFs/campagne_sensibilisation_2007.pdf |
Guelph
Ontario, Canada
North America |
WEAAD in Canada
Sponsored by:
Wellington Elder Abuse Network
Seniors AT Risk System Coordinator
SOS-Seniors Offering Support
"Break The Silence" |
Victoria Park East Golf Course |
Friday, 15 June |
10a-1p |
Police officer to speak on joint project with Seneca College students to design social marketing campaigns on elder abuse. Wellington Community to launch similar project with local college. |
Free |
Contact Person: Sheli O'Connor, Seniors AT Risk System Coordinator
Telephone: 519-843-6191 ext 317
Flyer to download: weaad_guelphcanada.jpg |
Gambia
West Africa
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in The Gambia
West Africa |
The Association for the Prevention
of Elder Abuse
(TAPEA) |
Friday, 15 June |
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Activities lined up this year include, Launching of Youths For Elders Club |
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Kindly contact Priscilla Jones, President of the Association on 002209945587 or James C. Nwodo 002209955362 or email thegambiaapea@yahoo.com - www.inpea.net/tapea.html |
Togo
West Africa
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in Republique Togolaise |
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Friday, 15 June |
Beginning at
7h30 a.m |
We have two main communication themes for the day. The first is "To Pay One's Respect to Our Elders" and the second is "Affection and Welfare for Elders." Each of these will be presented and then debated and discussed by the participants. Finally, there will be a discussion about the possibility of building a leisure centre for both elders and young persons (an elders and young people house). |
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Uganda
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in Uganda |
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Tokyo
Japan |
WEAAD in Japan |
Ikebukuro Campus
of Shukutoku University |
Friday, 15 June |
10:00 am to 12:00 noon |
Featured are several prominent speakers, including Dr. Takeshi Sasaki, Office of Services for People with Dementia, Health Planning Division, Health and Welfare Bureau for the Elderly, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare; Dr. Kinuko Takasaki, President of JAPEA and Professor, the University of the Air in Chiba; Mr. Soji Tanaka, a member of the Board of Directors for JAPEA and Professor, Nihon University College of Humanities and Sciences in Tokyo; Ms. Yoko Shido, Secretary General for the International Longevity Center (ILC) - Japan; and Dr. Toshio Tatara, a member of the Board of Directors for INPEA in charge of the Asian Region and Professor, Shukutoku University Graduate School of Integrated Human and Welfare Studies in Chiba. Dr. Noriko Tsukada, Executive Director for the Japanese Committee of INPEA and Professor, Nihon University Graduate School of Business in Tokyo, will moderate the event, along with Dr. Tatara. |
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Title |
Venue |
Date From/To |
Times |
Highlights
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Registration Info/Fee: |
Contact Information: |
Burwell Cambridgeshire
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Coffee Morning and Awareness Day
Sponsored by Hereward Housing |
Ness Court Day Centre |
Friday, 29 June |
1000am |
Chat over coffee and biscuits, with PowerPoint displays about elder abuse. Posters, etc. |
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Primary Contact: Ed Mullenger, Elder Protection, ed@elderprotection.co.uk; Telephone: 07952717604
Secondary Contact: Elly Catling, Ness Court Manager;
E-mail: ness.court@herewardhousing.org.uk |
| Trafalgar Park Nursing Home, Nelson, Gwent |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Many events at the Southern Cross Homes
including teas, balloon races, bake sales,
wheelchair races, garden parties, BBQ's
strawberry festivals and much more... |
Southern Cross Homes
http://www.elderabuse.org.uk/Mainpages/
Weaad%20events.htm |
Friday, 15 June |
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Themed Garden Party, raffle and Bran tub |
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For more comprehensive information,
follow this link:
http://www.elderabuse.org.uk/Mainpages/
Weaad%20events.htm |
| Grovensor House |
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Quiz and Raffle, Phil Willis MP attending |
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| Rosebridgecourt |
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Fancy Dress and baked bean bath |
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| Wolsey Lodge |
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Fun Run and leg waxing for male carer |
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| Windsor Lodge |
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Coffee morning and raffle |
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| Beeches (Notts) |
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Admin Marilyn coast to coast walk/cycle and coffee morning |
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| Hungerford Care Centre |
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Cream Tea/Raffle |
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| Rosewood Court Care Centre |
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Asian Day - All Staff wearing Asian Clothes, Asian Food |
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| Bellevue |
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C&W day with Hot Dogs, Candy Floss and popcorn |
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| Northview |
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Summer Fayre, Bad Taste Day and Raffles |
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| St Helens |
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Special message for special people board, come as you please day |
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| Bramley Grove |
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Coffee Morning and non uniform day |
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| Hallcroft Care Home - Notts |
WEAAD in the U.K. |
Fourseasons Healthcare |
Friday, 15 June |
All Day |
Coffee Morning, Name the Baby Photograph and Wear a Silly outfit for the day |
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Sheffield
South Yorkshire, England |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Places For People |
Guildford Grange |
Friday, 15 June |
Morning |
Coffee |
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Throughout Surrey County
SouthEast of England
UK |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Safeguarding Adults
Awareness Week |
Surrey County |
Beginning Monday,
11 June through the week |
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Surrey Safeguarding Adults Board have decided to have its Safeguarding Adults Awareness week w/b 11th June as it ties in nicely to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. |
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Surrey County Council - Safeguarding Adults |
| London, England |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Older People Services |
St Pancras Hospital |
Friday, 15 June |
12.00pm until 1.00pm |
Older People Services will be doing an event in their staff canteen to raise awareness |
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Salford, Greater Manchester
England |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Salford City Council:
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults |
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Friday, 15 June
Launch |
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The Salford City Council will be inviting over 100 senior staff from across the city to attend so they can be presented with updated procedures manual and innovative publicity aimed at encouraging victims to report abuse. |
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Primary Contact: Phil Dand; Telephone: 0161 212 4322
E-Mail: phil.dand@salford.gov.uk
Organization Website: http://www.salford.gov.uk |
Ely to Cambridge
United Kingdom
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Elder Protection |
Sponsored 17-Mile Snorkel Swim |
Friday, 15 June |
0900 hrs till finish |
CAMPAIGNER Ed Mullenger is planning a sponsored snorkel swim along 17 miles of the river from Ely to Cambridge to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.Ed hopes the event will raise vital cash for the charity, "Action on Elder Abuse" to help fight the abuse of the elderly and raise awareness of the problem. |
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Anyone interested in taking part in Ed's fund-raising can contact him for a registration form at ed@elderprotection.co.uk or phone the charity Action on Elder Abuse on 020 8765 7000. http://www.elderprotection.co.uk/ |
| Walworth, London SE17 1AD |
WEAAD in the U.K.
Peabody Trust & Southwark Health & Social Care
Elder Abuse Awareness Day |
Darwin Court |
Friday, 15 June |
10.00 - 3.30pm |
Day of talks and presentations to staff, residents and general public. |
Free |
Organization Website: www.peabody.org.uk
Primary Contact: Judy Blackwood - Telephone: 020 7021 4678, E-Mail: judy.blackwood@peabody.org.uk
Secondary Contact: ] Prince. Edeki@peabody.org.uk - Telephone: 020 7021 4670, E-mail: price.edeki@peabody.org.uk |
Llangollen, North Wales
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in the U.K. - North Wales
White Water Rafting
With participants from
various organisations in Shropshire |
JJ Canoeing and Rafting |
Friday, 15 June |
11:45 am |
This year the participants from across various organisations in Shropshire will be raising awareness of elder abuse by taking to the water at JJ Canoeing and Rafting in Llangollen.
Colleagues taking part in the event include Sarah Bland, the Adult Protection Manager for Shropshire County Council who will be joined by colleagues; Karen Littleford (Shropshire Partners In Care), Peter Clarke, Claire Williams (Shropshire County Council), Joanne Ellison (Primary Care Trust) Amy Simpson and Claire Smout from The Care Workforce Development Partnership. David English and several members of the care team from Bowbrook House in Shrewsbury are also taking part to focus attention on this important issue |
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Organization Website: www.spic.co.uk
Contact: Karen Littleford - Telephone: 01743 860011, E-Mail: klittleford@spic.co.uk |
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Contact Information: |
Busan, Korea
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in Korea |
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Monday, 11 June |
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Korean Information Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (KINPEA) in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Corporation and the administration of Busan Metropolitan City.
The main activities in the event include the special ceremony of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the workshop with Ms. Arlene Groh. Ms Groh is the Elder Abuse Restorative Justice Resource Consultant for the Elder Abuse Response Team, in the Region of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. |
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Berlin
Germany
Europe |
WEAAD in Germany |
Federal Press Conference |
Wednesday, 13 June |
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Participants (in alphabetical order): Dr. Thomas Goergen, psychologist, elder abuse researcher at Criminological Research Institute of Lower Saxony, Hanover; Prof. Dr. Dr. Rolf Hirsch, psychologist and geriatrician; head physician of the department of geriatric psychiatry and psychotherapy at "Rheinische Kliniken" (Rhine Clinics), founder and head of "Handeln statt Misshandeln" (Action instead of abuse), Bonn; Gabriele Tammen-Parr, founder and director of "Pflege in Not" ("Care in state of emergency"), Berlin; Gabriele Walentich, public prosecutor, has been working extensively on the topic of elder abuse with the Crime Prevention Council of Northrhine-Westphalia, Duesseldorf. |
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Please address correspondence to: Thomas Goergen goergen@kfn.uni-hannover.de |
Lima, Peru
South America |
WEAAD in Peru
Great National Rally
"Against the Abuse of the Elderly" |
Alcedo Salon
Municipality of Lima |
Friday, 15 June |
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The National Commission about Ageing in Peru, has assumed the campaign! It means that all the ministers, the NGO's, the older associations, specially ANAMPER - a national network of older people, and also the Municipality of Lima, will participate together in a central ceremony at which INPEA has been ask to give some words. The Mayor of Lima, The Minister of Woman and Social Development, and PAHO, will also participate in the central ceremony. HelpAge International has also been invited.A conference by the OPS will also take place in the program. The event will feature a cultural act by representatives of the elderly, who will present songs, dances and poetry. |
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For further info, contact: Luz Barreto luxbar1@yahoo.es INPEA PERU |
Peru
South America |
WEAAD in Peru
"For the Dignity of the Elderly" |
Throughout Peru |
Friday, 15 June |
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Local and regional governments, associations of the elderly and others, will present events in their towns to raise awareness, such as walks, information on elimination of abuse of the elderly and information on their rights. All the ministries and participating organizations will wear lilac ribbons as a symbol of the campaign. |
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The web site of the ministries |
Belgrade, Serbia
Europe |
WEAAD in Serbia
"Elder Abuse-Silent Problem"
Sponsored by Humana's |
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Friday, 15 June |
11 AM |
Round Table of organizations in Humana's (a network of 15 NGO's which work for and with elderly in Serbia) |
Free |
Primary Contact: Marija Tasic - Telephone: +381 11 2563 269, E-Mail: asocijacijarosa@hotmail.com; fidunja@drenik.net
Secondary Contact: Sanja Miloradovic - Telephone: +381 11 844 0054, E-mail: lastavic@eunet.yu |
Sham Shui Po
Hong Kong |
WEAAD in Hong Kong
The Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong
Elder Abuse Awareness Day |
Pak Tin Estate |
Friday, 15 June |
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Conference will include: Case sharing by abused elder, announce the elder abuse figure which are handled by The Against Elderly Abused of Hong Kong from Jan to June 2007. |
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Contact: Selwyn Yu - Telephone: 852 8200 1711,
E-Mail: aeaohk-cs@yahoo.com.hk
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| Hong Kong |
WEAAD in Hong Kong
The Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong
Giving Rice Dumpling for the Elderly |
Sham Shui Po and Eastern District public estate |
Saturday, 16 June |
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Rice dumpling is a traditional food for Chinese to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival. The Against Elderly Abuse of Hong Kong will send teams of volunteers to visit elderly single people and talk to them face to face in order to understand more about their need. In addition, the organization will send out "Gift Pack" which will include rice, rice dumpling and a mini electric fan. |
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Contact: Selwyn Yu - Telephone: 852 8200 1711,
E-Mail: aeaohk-cs@yahoo.com.hk
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1/F., 15 Hennessy Rd.
WanChai.
Hong Kong, SAR
China |
WEAAD in Hong Kong
"Let's Break the Silence" Forum
Sponsored by The Community Chest
with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service
and Hong Kong Christian Service |
Duke of Windsor Social Service Bldg. |
Friday, 15 June |
2:15 - 5:00pm |
"Let's Break the Silence" Forum is organized to celebrate the World Elder Abuse Awareness 2007. The forum includes sharing from academic, lawyer, medical profession and social workers. Increased awareness and community education is expected to empower our elders and the professional workers to prevent elder abuse. |
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Organization Website: http://www.hkcss.org.hk/
Contact: Miss Grace Man Yee, CHAN, Telephone: (852)2864 2951 |
Kathmandu
Nepal
WEAAD Report |
WEAAD in Nepal
National Senior Citizens Network
and Nepalese Society of Victimology (NESOV) |
Gothatar Village Development Committee
Ward No. 4 and 5 |
Friday, 15 June |
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The most senior citizens (Male and Female) have been honored as well as felicitated in the program. In the program the executive member of National Senior Citizens Network, Dr. Gauri Shankar Lal Das felicitated the senior citizens by providing them with flowers, shawls and stick. The felicitated senior woman was Ms. Danda Kumari Chapagain (90 yrs) and senior man was Mr. Kamal Prasad Chapagain (88 yrs) reciding at the Gothatar village.
Mr. Manohar Upreti the vice-chairperson of the (NESOV) threw light upon the important of the program and Ms. Rita Pant delivered the welcome speech. The program was successfully carried out in the mass presence of the local people. |
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Contact:
Manohar Upreti, Vice president
e-mail: manohar@hons.com.np
Nepalese Society of Victimology |
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Date From/To |
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Registration Info/Fee: |
Contact Information: |
Phoenix, Arizona
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
Arizona
Sponsored by several organizations
"Break the Silence" |
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Friday, 15 June |
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
Several sponsoring organizations including MEAPA (Maricopa Elder Abuse Prevention Alliance, Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding communities), Adult Protective Services, Arizona Attorney General's Office, and the Statewide Elder Abuse Task Force (Arizona Elder Abuse Coalition)
Campaign to encourage recognizing and reporting elder abuse to proper authorities and providing resource information to aid victims, families, caregivers, and others affected. |
None |
Information available at http://www.azag.gov
Primary Contact: Christine Powell (AZAG)
Secondary Contact: David Rosenthal (MEAPA) |
Irvine, CA
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
California
Orange County UCI Medical providers
Program in Geriatrics
Outreach to health professionals and their patients |
University of California |
May 1 through
June 15, 2007 |
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The Program offers in-service training on elder abuse for staff and brochures on identifying and reporting elder abuse for staff and patients. |
N/A |
Primary Contact :Elaine Chen, Coordinator, Elder Abuse Training Institute, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine.
Telephone: 1-714-456-7863, E-Mail: eachen@uci.edu, and;
Laura Mosqueda, MD, Director, Program in Geriatrics and Center of Excellence in Elder Abuse and Neglect, University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. National Rep, INPEA USA; Telephone: 714-456-5530, E-mail: mosqueda@uci.edu
Website: http://www.centeronelderabuse.org |
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2856 Douglas Avenue
Fort Myers, Florida 33916
USA
North America
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WEAAD in the USA
Florida
Area Agency on Aging
"Moving Forward"
Stop the hurting & start caring |
Mount Hermon Church |
Friday, 15 June |
11:00 am - 1:00 pm |
An elder chorus will be perform, guest speakers, food, poetry reading, raffles, and information tables. |
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Click to download flyer
Our website: www.aaaswfl.org
Contact: Jada Ross-Henry 1-239-332-4233 or 1-239-265-0026 henryj@elderaffairs.org |
2007 "I" Street
Brunswick, GA 31521
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
Georgia
Jointly Sponsored by
Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging
and Brunswick Multi-Purpose Center
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Brunswick Multi-Purpose Center |
Friday, 15 June |
10:00 a.m.-3 p.m. |
Brunswick Mayor will issue a proclamation
Presentations and exhibits throughout the day
Lunch provided |
None |
Organization Website: http://www.coastalgeorgiardc.org/aaa.html
Primary Contact: Monica Couch, Aging Services Coordinator-Coastal Georgia Area Agency on Aging - Telephone: 1-912-264-7363 ext. 226
Secondary Contact: Darlene Wymes, Senior Center Director - Telephone: 1-912-267-5520 |
227 West Jefferson Boulevard
South Bend, IN
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
Indiana
Hosted by
Adult Protective Services
A Division of the St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office |
County-City Building
Lobby |
Friday, 15 June |
Noon |
This is a press event sponsored by the Adult Protective Services division of the St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office. Prosecutor Michael Dvorak, South Bend Mayor Steven Luecke, and APS Director Erica Costello will speak about initiatives to promote understanding, to address, and to prevent elder abuse in our community. |
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Catherine M. Wilson
Director, Special Projects and Media Relations
235-9919 |
Frankfort, Kentucky
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
Kentucky
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Capitol Rotunda |
Friday, 15 June |
10 a. m. with a reception to follow |
Highlights of this year's rally are recognition of the oldest and youngest volunteers that work with the elderly; Kentucky State Police Trooper and "TOP COP" nominee Scott King; NAPSA nominee Tim Rees; and the Pioneers in forming the first Local Coordinating Councils on Elder Abuse in Kentucky: Urban Model - Louisville Metro and Rural Model - Union County. There will also be the unveiling of the Elder Abuse License Plate Initiative as well as acknowledging the Regional winner of the Kentucky River Schools Elder Abuse Awareness Project and all 42 local elder abuse councils in the Commonwealth. |
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For more information about elder abuse prevention in Kentucky, log on to http://chfs.ky.gov/dcbs/dpp/eaa/ |
33 Forest Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48201
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
Michigan |
The Wayne County Medical Society Foundation
and Hannan House Foundation |
Friday, 15 June |
11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
This event is a seminar for seniors, the community and other healthcare professionals. There will be a host of speakers who are dedicated to the prevention of elder abuse in our community, city and state. In-addition to several workshops for seniors to learn about elder abuse, scams and domestic violence. |
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Organization Website: www.cbcmi.org
Primary Contact: Dakima Jackson Telephone: 1-313-832-6387
Secondary Contact Person: Toni Wilson Telephone: 1-313-832-6387 |
Brooklyn, New York
USA
North America |
WEAAD in the USA
New York
Symposium
"Elder Abuse Awareness" |
Maimonides Medical Centre |
Thursday, 14 June |
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The symposium, which is open to health care providers as well as the public, will host four panelists: The Honorable Martin Golden, New York State Senator; Arlene Markarian, Esq- Bureau Chief, Elder Abuse Unit, Kings County District Attorney's Office; David Cohen, LCSW, from Adult Protective Services; Barbara Paris MD - Vice Chair of Medicine and Director of Geriatrics at Maimonides Medical Centre, Clinical Professor of Medicine and Geriatrics at Mount Sinai School of Medicine |
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