Family Violence and Elder Abuse Prevention Month 💜

Description

Join us for a community presentation focused on awareness, prevention, and the supports available to people and families in our community. Because looking out for each other is something worth talking about.

We’re bringing together some passionate people and organizations to share information, answer questions, and help us better understand the resources available when life gets complicated.

Event Highlights:

• Medicine Hat Women's Shelter - Learn about the services, supports, and resources available to individuals and families experiencing family violence. Learn ways you can support someone experiencing harm or mistreatment
• Power of Attorney (POA): What You Need to Know - The Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council Educator will explain how Power of Attorney works, when it is appropriate, and how it can sometimes be misused. Because knowing who can make decisions on your behalf is so important!
• Victim Services - Meet representatives from Victims Assistance and learn about the help and support they offer, and no event is complete without a wagging tail and an enthusiastic greeting from the Dogs With Wings - Victims Assistance community service dogs!
• Recovery College - Learn about the recourses, supports and group programs available in the community

Why attend?

Whether you're looking for information for yourself, a family member, a friend, or simply want to know more about what is available in our community, this session is for you. Life doesn't always go as planned - we're here to help.

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: South MP Room, Veiner Centre, 225 Woodman Avenue, Medicine Hat

Everyone is welcome! Door prizes and complimentary beverages & snacks included.

For more information, please see the attached poster and feel free to share with friends, family, colleagues, or anyone who may benefit. This event is open to everyone, including both members and non-members of the Veiner Centre.

How can you register?

Call (403) 529-8307 or stop by the Veiner Centre front desk or email: deborahk@unisonalberta.com if you have any questions.

Click the link below to register:
https://veinercentre.wildapricot.org/event-6836802