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Welcome to EAPO's e-Newsletter!
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario is pleased to announce the launch of our new Toll-Free Number: 1-833-916-6728 that will allow seniors, families, caregivers and service providers to reach our organization, regardless of where they may reside or work across Ontario . Contacting us has never been easier—simply dial and connect with our team for elder abuse prevention inquiries or for support that may be needed. While the line is accessible 24/7, calls will be returned within 1 business day, or depending on higher call volumes, as resources allow.
The month of May reminds us of several important issues that must be recognized, including Sexual Assault Prevention Month. Sadly, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 8 men in Canada will experience sexual violence during their lifetime. The rates of violence against Indigenous women are even higher! Sexual assault and harassment are persistent forms of gender-based violence (GBV) and are rooted in gender inequality. During this month, support survivors, community service providers and advocates to help raise awareness of sexual assault. Everyone deserves to live free from the fear of threats, violence and exploitation. Learn more about Resources for assistance.
EAPO will once again be participating in the annual Victims and Survivors of Crime Week (May 12-18), to raise awareness of the issues victims of crime face and the many programs, services and assistance, including laws in place, to help them and their families. Learn about the upcoming Virtual Learning Series, Gender-based Violence among Older Adults: Supportive Interventions and Conference on Safe Havens: Emergency Shelter Solutions for Older People in Canada.
EAPO in collaboration with Pan-Canadian partners have launched the 2024 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Campaign (WEAAD) - "Age with Attitude ". Be sure to check it out and help us promote WEAAD using this new Toolkit and social media marketing materials.
We hope you enjoy reading this month’s issue, which includes an abundance of resources and articles of interest, as well as information about upcoming events planned with you, our growing family of subscribers, in mind.
Marta Hajek
CEO, EAPO
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Victims and Survivors of Crime Week : May 12-18 | |
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EAPO is hosting another installment to our, Virtual Learning Series, Gender-based Violence among Older Adults: Supportive Interventions, to transform conversations on how we support older adults and unleash the power of agencies, to break down walls and help build a more robust community response to elder abuse.
View the dates and registration links below! REGISTER EARLY
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As the Canadian population ages and rates of family violence and gender-based violence continue to rise, increasing the need for a greater number of emergency shelters, transition houses, and other emergency accommodations for older persons.
CNPEA, EAPO, and CREVAWC are hosting a National on-line Conference, Safe Havens: Emergency Shelter Solutions for Older People in Canada, focused on sheltering options for older victims of abuse, family violence, and gender-based violence.
Learn more and register HERE
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day | |
WEAAD 2024 Campaign - Age with Attitude | |
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Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario, in collaboration with local Elder Abuse Networks, community organizations and businesses are planning WEAAD activities across the province to mobilize community action to promote the rights of older adults!
EAPO and CNPEA have created a WEAAD Toolkit of resources and materials to support you in planning events, designing educational and promotional materials for awareness activities, promote your WEAAD events using WEAAD logos, or simply supporting this year's campaign, "Age With Attitude" using the Social Media Templates and hashtag #WEAAD2024.
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June 12: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - National Virtual Event
EAPO joins the global community to heighten awareness of the impacts elder abuse has on the quality of life of this fastest growing demographic.
WEAAD, now in its 18th year, underscores the importance of each one of us, taking responsibility for helping prevent elder abuse. It promotes a better understanding of abuse, by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes that affect this complex societal issue.
Plan to join us and learn more. Speaker details are coming soon!
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Thank You for making "Uplifting Senior’s Voices: Being HEARD and RESPECTED" event, held April 25th a resounding success! We wish to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our first, in-person event in some time. Your presence and participation made the day truly special.
Together, we created a space where seniors could share their stories, insights, and wisdom, and where their voices were not only heard but celebrated. It was inspiring to see the community come together to honor our seniors and recognize the invaluable contributions they continue to make to our society.
Facilitated by EAPO and leadership from local Elder Abuse Prevention Networks: North York Elder Abuse Network (NYEAN), Fédération Des Aînés Et Des Retraités Francophones De L'Ontario (FARFO), Prevention of Elder Abuse Committee North York (PEACYR), Older Adults Knowledge Sharing (OAKS), Scarborough Elder Abuse Network (SEAN), and graciously hosted by MOSAIC.
Thank you for being part of this important journey with us!
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April 10: Getting Serious about the Human Rights of Older Persons – Our Call for a UN Convention
Guest Speakers:
- The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson
- Honourable Minister Seamus O’Regan, Federal Minister for Seniors
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Understanding Financial Abuse. Tips for Seniors. | |  |
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Understanding Elder Financial Abuse. Tips for Service providers.
(In partnership with WomanAct)
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2024-25 Inclusive Community Grants (ICG) Program /
Programme de subventions pour des collectivités inclusives (SCI) 2024-2025 | |
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The ICG Program provides grants to municipalities, not-for-profit community organizations, and Indigenous communities to deliver local projects that help older residents and people with disabilities participate in community life.
For the 2024-25 ICG Program, the province is investing up to $750,000 to help communities across the province become more inclusive and accessible for people of all ages and abilities. Successful applicants will receive a grant of up to $60,000 toward their local project.
Applications accepted until May 22, 2024. To apply, visit: Ontario.ca/getfunding
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Le Programme de SCI octroie aux municipalités, organismes communautaires sans but lucratif et collectivités autochtones des subventions destinées à des projets locaux qui permettront aux résidents plus âgés et aux personnes handicapées de participer à la vie communautaire.
Dans le cadre du Programme de SCI 2024-2025, la province investit jusqu’à 750 000 $ afin d’aider les collectivités de la province à devenir plus inclusives et accessibles pour les personnes de tous âges et de toutes capacités. Les candidats retenus recevront une subvention pouvant aller jusqu’à 60 000 $ pour leur projet local.
Candidatures acceptées jusqu'au 22 mai 2024
Pour soumettre votre demande, visitez : Ontario.ca/obtenirdufinancement.
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Helping 2SLGBTQI+ Older Adults to Age in Place | |
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ESDC launched a public online consultation: Helping 2SLGBTQI+ older adults to age in place
ESDC is conducting an online consultation for people age 55 and over who are Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex, including those who identify as members of sexually and gender diverse communities and use additional terminologies (2SLGBTQI+) to better understand their views and preferences on the services and resources that could help them age in place.
To participate or to share with your networks, visit the consultation page. The anonymous online questionnaire will be open until June 26, 2024, and takes about 15-20 minutes to complete.
To participate, contact the Innovation
and Intersectionality Research Unit at NC-RESEARCH-INNOVATION-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
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EDSC a lancé une consultation publique en ligne : Aider les personnes âgées 2ELGBTQI+ à vieillir à domicile
EDSC mène une consultation en ligne auprès des personnes âgées de 55 ans et plus qui sont bispirituelles, lesbiennes, gaies, bisexuelles, transgenres, queers et intersexuées ou qui se désignent par d'autres termes liés à la diversité de genre ou sexuelle (2ELGBTQI+), afin de mieux comprendre leurs points de vue et leurs préférences sur les services et les ressources qui pourraient les aider à vieillir à domicile.
Pour participer ou pour partager à travers vos réseaux, visitez la page de la consultation. Le questionnaire anonyme en ligne sera ouvert jusqu’au 26 juin 2024 et
prend environ 15 à 20 minutes à remplir.
Pourparticiper, contactez l’Unité de l'innovation en recherche et de la recherche
intersectionnelle à NC-RESEARCH-INNOVATION-GD@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
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The theme for National Volunteer Week highlights the importance of every volunteer and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever. The sharing of time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity, strength, and well-being of our communities.
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If Not You, Who?
Who would you trust to make your healthcare decisions?
Planning for your future healthcare needs is important. So, we’re asking: Do you know what would happen if you couldn’t decide for yourself? Who would you trust to make those healthcare decisions for you?
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Together, let’s celebrate the power of connection. Relationships between older and younger people are not just ‘nice’ but essential. Join us for #GIW24!
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New Elder Abuse Reports and Resources | |
The iHEAL app is a free ‘made in Canada’ safety and health resource based on over 30 years of research and developed for Canadian women who are experiencing or have experienced intimate partner violence. (GBV Learning Network & Knowledge Hub) | |
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EGALE created this guide to provide the tools needed by advocates and organizations to develop effective messaging to combat the ongoing rise in anti-2SLGBTQI hate.
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This podcast is brought to you by The Ontario Caregiver Organization. Each week, host Michelle Jobin is joined by experts to discuss the things that matter most to caregivers. From balancing parenting and caregiving to improving your sleep, there's an episode for you. This podcast is by caregivers, for caregivers.
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eFit for Individuals & Caregivers: Substance Use (Toolkit)
Many older adults use alcohol, prescription medication, cannabis and other substances to address and cope with issues such as sleep, loneliness, pain or other health issues. This is often done in a way that is not consistent with legal and medical guidelines and can have lasting effects on an individual’s own health, relationships and employment. (Sagelink)
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Upcoming Webinars & Conferences | |
Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario | www.eapon.ca | 416-916-6728 |
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