Elder Abuse Bystander Training

We are joining up with FCSS and Outreach & Community Engagement Facilitator, Public Legal Education at Portage College to bring you this session. It Is Not Right: Elder Abuse Bystander Training

📅 Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Lac La Biche Heritage Society, 10112 102 Ave, Lac La Biche, AB
🎤 Presenter: Ruth Snyder, PLE Program

About the Session
Join us for a dynamic and interactive training session and connect with others who care about the wellbeing of older adults. This session teaches bystanders of all ages how to recognize the warning signs of elder abuse and take safe and supportive action. The small actions you take can make a meaningful difference in changing attitudes, preventing harm, and stopping abuse of older adults.

Participants will learn how to:

• Recognize the warning signs and risk factors of elder abuse
• Understand how ageism contributes to abuse
• Recognize the impact of abusive behavior
• Respond safely and supportively when abuse is suspected
• Have a conversation if you are concerned about abuse
• Know where to find help and resources

Who Should Attend
Community members • Family and friends • Service providers • Anyone concerned about elder wellbeing

Additional Information
Lunch will be provided at 12:00 PM by Lac La Biche FCSS

You can sign up at the Centre front desk Mon-Wed 10am to 2pm or during scheduled activities, call us at 780-623-8350, or email heritage2016@hotmail.com.

You can also use this link at Eventbrite to sign up https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/it-is-not-right-elder-abuse-bystander-training-lac-la-biche-tickets-1988188714967

If you sign up, then no longer can attend please let us know.