SENIOR CITIZEN OUTREACH PROGRAMS

The population of senior citizens in Howard County is growing. With the unique challenges this community faces, the police department is devoting the resources and attention of a full–time officer to their needs. Community Outreach Officer and Senior Liaison PFC Holly Burnham is working to increase protection for the senior population and reduce levels of fear by establishing better communication between seniors and police. She coordinates crime prevention and training issues and works closely with various senior citizen groups, government agencies and private institutions to ensure that all the needs of seniors are being met.

PROGRAMS

ARM YOURSELF WITH KNOWLEDGE

This program was developed by the police department and the Howard County Office of Consumer Affairs. The program offers presentations that include identity theft, fraud, shopping safety, personal safety, home security, internet safety, telemarketing and home improvement scams. Requests for this program can be made by contacting:

410-313-2207 or e-mail: PFC Holly Burnham - Senior Liason

410-313-6420 or e-mail: Lila Boor at Citizen Services

CARFIT

The police department partners with the Howard County Office on Aging and AAA Mid-Atlantic to offer the CARFIT program to seniors in Howard County. This program helps seniors find out how the “fit” of their vehicle affects driving and adapts their vehicles to their changing needs. Doing this could make a lifesaving difference to you and your loved ones.

TRIAD/S.A.L.T.—Seniors and Law Enforcement Together

The TRIAD/S.A.L.T. group is the three-way partnership of the police department, the sheriff’s office and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) to address crime issues that affect the health and safety of older citizens. These teams work together to reduce criminal victimization of seniors and provide law enforcement services to older persons.

Click here for TRIAD Brochure

The group holds monthly meetings and crime prevention presentations on various topics at the Bain Senior Center 5470 Ruth Keeton Way in Columbia at 1:00 p.m. Upcoming meeting dates are:

Monday October 20

Monday November 17

Monday December 15

Please call 410-313-2207 for more information.