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PEABODY
TRIAD
Seniors
and
Law Enforcement Together
Mission Statement
To develop and implement policies and programs to reduce criminal victimization, promote crime prevention and safety awareness, and serve the needs of the senior community in Peabody. In addition, the Council will design and support programs to improve the quality of life for our senior citizens.
If you would like information about becoming a Triad Council member, or would like more information on any of the Triad Programs, please contact the Peabody Council on Aging at
978-531-2254
WHAT IS TRIAD?
Triad is a community policing initiative between seniors, law enforcement, and service providers to increase safety through education and crime prevention. Its goals are:
Reduce criminal activity which targets older Americans
Alleviate seniors’ fear of victimization, build confidence and improve the quality of life
Enhance delivery of law enforcement services to senior citizens
WHAT DOES A TRIAD COUNCIL DO?
Empower – give seniors leadership on the Triad Council to determine its direction.
Educate – gather information on criminal activity, and sponsor crime prevention workshops and other programs.
Reach out – reduce fear and increase peace of mind for seniors
Force Links – provide a forum to discuss crime-related needs and concerns of seniors, identify problem areas, and develop and implement community-wide solutions.
House Numbers: 4” numbers to comply with the Massachusetts law and local ordinance.
“ICE: Stickers for Cell Phones
Speaker Series
Identity Theft
Senior Scams
Prescription Drug Disposal
Elder Abuse
Health Care Proxy
Durable Power of Attorney
Homestead Act
Home Improvement Contractor’s Statute
Hoarding
Health Care Fraud
“Teens Today”: Current Issues Facing your Adolescent Grandchild
Also Available thru other Agencies
Hoarding: presentations provided by Laurie Grant, GLSS, 781-586-8605
Health Care Errors, Fraud and Abuse: presentations provided by SMP from Elder Services of the Merrimac Valley, 800-892-0890
The Play:
Breaking the Silence – Voices of Hope
GLSS & NJN 781-599-0110
Registry of Motor Vehicles Safe Driving Presentations:
Michele Ellicks 617-973-8995
Current Projects
"Yellow Dot" Program: This sticker on your car's back window alerts emergency responders to Medical Data Record in the glove box of the car.
File of Life: Magnetic Pouch holding your updated medical information on the refrigerator door.
Photo Id: for seniors who do not drive.
9-1-1 Disability Indicator Program: Applications available at the Police Department or Torigian Community Life Center. This confidential program enables 9-1-1 dispatchers' access to information regarding individuals with disabilities to aid in their emergency care.
Identity Theft: What to do?
Grab and Go Bags: Be ready for an unexpected disaster.
My Personal Information: Record guide for families
SafeLink: Application forms for wireless phones available thru PCOA Social Service.
The current Peabody Triad Council:
Members at Large
Chairperson: ----------------------- -------Joseph Mendonca
Administrative Assistant………..Sheila Dzengelewski
Correspondence Secretary: ----------Catherine Morrocco
Ella Roland Leonard Roland
Marie Mello Andy Metropolis
Carol Murtagh Natalie Rabitski
Barbara Doyle Frank Hardy
Permanent Members’ Representatives
City of Peabody:
Chris Ryder, Chief of Staff
District Attorney:
Mikki Defeo, Assistant District Attorney
Deputy Chief of Victim/Witness Services
Essex County Sheriff's Department:
Maurice Pratt
Assistant Superintendent, III
Peabody Council On Aging:
Carolyn Wynn, Director
Maryanne Pierce, Social Services Coordinator
Peabody Police:
Scott Richards, Captain,Special Services/Traffic
David Bettencourt, Sergeant
Richard Cameron, Elder Affairs
Sandi Drover, Healthy Peabody Collaborative
Peabody Fire:
John Hosman, Deputy Fire Chief
Chris Dowling, Captain
Ryan Gill, Captain
Atlantic Ambulance Director of Operations:
Eric Dwan, Operations Manager
Peabody Housing Authority:
Sharlene Palmachuck, Office Manager
Peabody Board of Health:
Melissa Rougier, LADC1, Peabody Police
Peabody Municipal Light Plant:
Cynthia L. Lewis, Community Relations Coordinator and
Grant Writer
Permanent Members
City of Peabody:
Edward A. Bettencourt, Jr., Mayor
District Attorney:
Paul F. Tucker
Essex County Sheriff's Department:
Kevin F. Coppinger, Sheriff
Peabody Council On Aging:
Natalie Maga, Chairperson
John Sacramone, Vice Chairperson
Peabody Police:
Thomas M. Griffin, Chief of Police
Peabody Fire:
John Dowling, Chief
Atlantic Ambulance:
Robert White, Director of Operations
Peabody Housing Authority:
Anne Marie Burns, Exec Director
Peabody Board of Health:
Sharon Cameron, Director
Chassea Robinson, Public Health Nurse
Veterans’ Services: Steve Patten, Director
Peabody Municipal Light Plant:
John Maihos, Human Resources & Community Relations
Brooksby Farm
JoAnne Roden, Manager
PEABODY
TRIAD COUNCIL
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2010 – 2012
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