LEARN is back
April 24, 2024, LETHBRIDGE ALBERTA. I have some really, really, great news to share pertaining to LEARN. Thanks to the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services and the Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council, I am so incredibly elated to announce we have received funding for expanded case management services for the LEARN Program, and we will be back up and running by the time you are reading this! This means so many things for the LEARN Program! It means we are back helping vulnerable older adults at risk of/or experiencing abuse and it also means we are able to serve even more communities, such as Cardston County and Warner County that were previously left without elder abuse specific support. This also means we are back to planning our Third Annual Senior's Talent Showcase in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15! This event will be held on June 14th in the small gym at LSCO, from 1-3:30! There will be entertainment, prizes, food, speeches and more! I would absolutely love to see you there, as this event feels like it means even more this year as we have so much to celebrate now. If you would like to be a part of the show and perform in any capacity, please contact Katie at the Support Services desk at LSCO, by phone at 403-3291544 or email at intake@lethseniors. com. You will need to provide your name, contact information and your talent. We will reach out to you to discuss your submission further.
Thank you again for your support and appreciation for the LEARN Program. What I have loved to do was serve and support those who needed it most, so to be back on the job for LEARN is both so exciting and humbling.
Now I can finally say it again: If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or mistreatment by a loved one, please reach out and know that help is available, however that may look for you!
“The Lethbridge Elder Abuse Response Network (LEARN) is a collaboration of human service organizations that are invested in addressing and supporting those experiencing elder abuse. LEARN responds to and provides education, awareness, and advocacy for those at risk of or already experiencing elder abuse, as well as the community at large.”