Lassen Family Services hosts second annual Senior Information Fair
It’s that time of the year again! June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month. The theme this year is Beyond Awareness: Making Elder Abuse Prevention Work. Lassen Family Services is holding its second annual Senior Information Fair to honor the seniors in our community from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, June 15 at the Senior Center, 1700 Sunkist Drive, in Susanville.
This event brings our community together to celebrate our seniors with a day filled with fun, food, prizes, information, and comradery.
According to a statement by LFS, the organization invites the community to join in making a meaningful impact on our Senior Information Fair in support of awareness for Elder Abuse Awareness Month. This event will bring together seniors, caregivers, service providers and community members to raise awareness about elder and dependent adult abuse, connect individuals to vital resources, and celebrate and empower our senior community.
LFS seeks sponsorship and donations to help them provide
• Informational materials.
• Senior friendly giveaways and independent living aids.
• Refreshments and snacks.
• Raffle prizes and games.
• Gift cards and monetary donations
According to LFS, “Your support will be recognized at the event and in our promotional materials, Sponsorship is a wonderful opportunity to show your commitment to elder safety and well-being while also promoting your business to a grateful local audience. All sponsorships and donations directly support the Elder and Adult Dependent Abuse program funded through VOCA (Victims of Crime Act) XE funding through CalOES.”
Ways you can help
• Donate senior-friendly independent living aid items (e.g., reusable bags, water bottles, flashlights, extra-large magnifiers, keychain alarms, durable medical equipment, oversized playing cards, blankets etc.).
• Provide snacks, drinks, or meal vouchers.
• Contribute a raffle prize (e.g., gift cards, services).
• Offer monetary support to assist with event expenses not offset by allowed grant funds.
Contact Lisa Murana, Elder and Adult Dependent Abuse Specialist, at (530) 257-4599, ext. 1230 for any further information or request a vendor booth. We are not charging for vendor booths for this event.
