Guide to Government of Canada Services for Seniors

Safety and Security

• Personal Safety Tips
• Preparing for Emergencies
• Crime Prevention and Victim Services

Personal Safety Tips

The Public Health Agency has publications to help seniors stay safe and secure:

• You Can Prevent Falls: Each year about a third of Canadian seniors experience a fall, often with serious consequences. Yet falls can be prevented. This information sheet shows how simple adjustments to your home and lifestyle can keep you safe and on your feet.


• Bruno and Alice is an amusing tale about safety and security for seniors.
  

To order your copies and to see a full list of the Agency's publications:

1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)
TTY: 1 800 926-9105

www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/seniors-aines Click on "Publications" on the left menu.

You can also order by email at seniorspubs@phac-aspc.gc.ca.

Do you know an older adult who is being abused or neglected? Learn to spot the signs and find out where help is available.

The National Clearinghouse on Family Violence provides publications and information about the abuse of older persons.

1 800 267-1291
TTY: 1 800 561-5643

www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/nc-cn Click on "Publications" from the top menu bar.

You can also order by email at ncfv-cnivf@phac-aspc.gc.ca.

Preparing for Emergencies

Expect the unexpected and be prepared if disaster strikes. Brochures are available on how to prepare for emergencies, winter power failures, winter driving, severe storms, storm surges, earthquakes and floods.

For copies:

Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Canada at
1 800 830-3118
TTY: 1 866 865-5667

www.publicsafety.gc.ca Click on "Citizens" from the menu on the left.

Crime Prevention and Victim Services

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) provides crime prevention and victim services programs for seniors. Its information and services cover many topics including home safety, telemarketing and other fraud protection, elder abuse and legal concerns. Special services in some areas range from crime prevention clinics to friendly visits for shut-ins.

Learn more about the RCMP's services for seniors:

Check the government pages in your telephone book for the RCMP office nearest you.

www.rcmp.gc.ca

Visit: Drop in to your local RCMP detachment or office.

Through the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS), the Government of Canada works with communities to increase public awareness and help prevent crime and victimization. The NCPS focuses on at-risk groups, including seniors and people with disabilities.

For more information:

1 877 302-6272

www.publicsafety.gc.ca/ncpc

Last Modified: 2006-03-01

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