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
Episode Three: Financial Abuse and The Fear Pandemic - How to Identify and Intervene in Elder Abuse
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Can Fred help? Things are falling apart as Doris searches for a way to calm Fred’s storm-clouds while she organizes a big variety show concert for the residents. A newer resident suffers when she can’t get to church. Can they sing the blues away?
Jackie Ralph (CMHA Grey Bruce), Jason Cranny (Owen Sound Police Service), and Pam McDermid (Grey Bruce Elder Abuse Prevention) discuss the pandemic of fear during Covid-19, Power of Attorney abuse, and mental health.
A production of Sheatre.
Sunday, September 13, 2020.
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