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TRIADofSteuben County Seniors and Lawmen Together (S.A.L.T) Advisory Board |
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WHAT
IS IT? TRIAD
is a community
policing initiative between seniors, law enforcement, and service
providers to
increase safety through education and crime prevention programs.
WHO IS INVOLVED IN STEUBEN COUNTY? Sheriff’s Department, all
local Police Chiefs, NYS Police, NYSEG, Steuben County Retired and
Senior
Volunteer Program (RSVP), and the Steuben County Office for the Aging,
along
with Seniors representing all parts of Steuben County.
WHEN
DID IT START? Nationwide
in 1988, Steuben TRIAD formed in February 1999.
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| What do TRIADS do? | EDUCATE Sponsor
Crime Prevention programs for older persons. Make available
information on criminal activity. |
ASSIST Recruit and train volunteers to
assist the police and sheriff's department. |
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EMPHASIZE Staff reassurance programs for
older persons to reduce fear and provide moral support. |
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COMMUNICATE Provide a forum for law enforcement
and the community to share needs and concerns -- and develop solution. |
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INVOLVE Unite seniors, sheriffs and local
police to identify problem areas for seniors and local community. Implement
community-wide solutions. |
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updated 10/22/07 |
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If you are a Steuben County Senior Citizen and would like more information about TRIAD or have suggestions or concerns you would like considered for TRIAD action you may call: HELPLINE 1-800-346-2211 TRIAD |