The Elder Abuse Audio Drama and Talk - Ye Canna Throw Yer Granny Off A Bus! - the podcast
Fred, a man with a dark secret, meets his old friend Doris at a seniors’ residence — a chance encounter that changes their lives forever. Doris, an elder in age but a youngster in heart, is always guiding people to find their security and happiness. However, today's problems seem insurmountable, like abuse and neglect. Especially during the pandemic. Where can help be found? “Granny” weaves their story with humour, music and expert interviews to take you on a journey of how to identify and intervene in elder abuse. For individual adult and community group listeners. Limited series, with new episodes on Sunday mornings. A production of Sheatre. Launch date: Sunday, August 30, 2020.
The Elder Abuse Audio Drama and Talk - Ye Canna Throw Yer Granny Off A Bus! - the podcast
Granny - Episode Two: The Toll of Isolation, Scams and Greed – How to Recognize and Intervene in Elder Abuse
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Fred’s admiration for Doris grows when he witnesses her response to a street altercation and hears how she rescued farm-bound Charlie during a blizzard. She asks Fred to help her solve another problem.
Guests Jason Cranny (Owen Sound Police Services) and Tanya Shute (Southeast Grey Community Health Centre) examine the issues of isolation, scams, and family abuse, as well as available services and the role of neighbours, friends and family in helping to respond.
A production of Sheatre
Sunday, September 6, 2020.
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