April 15th 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Cases of animal abuse, cruelty and neglect have historically been considered isolated incidents and separate from other forms of family violence. However, professionals and researchers are beginning to understand the strong link between animal abuse and other forms of violence, including elder abuse. This webinar will explore the strong connection between animal abuse and elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation. The webinar will discuss the importance of cross-training and building local partnerships between victim service and animal welfare organizations. Attendees will learn how to better support older adult clients, including the promising practice of animal-assisted therapy for older adults and trauma survivors.
Speakers:
Phil Arkow is a national expert on human-animal interactions and violence prevention. He is the coordinator and co-founder of National Resource Center on the Link Between Animal Abuse and Human Violence. He chairs the Latham Foundation’s Animal Abuse and Family Violence Prevention Project.
Gina Kazimir is the Executive Director of Pets on Wheels, non-profit organization that brings the joy of friendly pet therapy to nursing homes, hospitals, assistive home facilities, homeless and domestic violence shelters, and libraries.
Weekly Wellness Group
Every Wednesday, 1pm
Join the ElderSAFE Center each week for our virtual wellness group open to all older adults in Maryland. We discuss mental and physical health, financial scams, current news, and more! Newcomers are welcome!
Meeting ID #: 956-4095-8098
You can join by phone: Call 301-715-8592
You can join by computer at: https://zoom.us/j/95640958098
