Elder Protection Programs
In cooperation with the Topsfield Police Department, the COA offers the following programs to assist elders in remaining safely in their homes.
*Operation Concern - a daily call- in program for enrolled homebound elders from the Topsfield Police Department to check on their safety .
*Alert Program - a prevention program to protect elders with memory impairment and offer supportive assistance to their caregivers.
*File Of Life - is another prevention program offered by the COA with Police and Fire Department cooperation. Elders list their medication on a “File of Life” which is readily accessible to emergency personnel if called to an elder's residence. Wallet sized "Files of Life" are also available. Outreach home visits are provided in order to assist with the completion of medication lists.
*Enhanced 911 - Disability indicator information forms may be completed to assist police in identifying disabled individuals who made need assistance.
For more information regarding our Elder Protection Programs, please call the COA office or Elder Protection Officer Sgt. Gerald Harrison of the Topsfield Police Department at 978-887-6533.
Protective Services- Contact Senior Care Inc. at 1-866-927-1050 to report an elder at risk who maybe abused or neglecting themselves. Confidential conversations with a professional staff available 24 hors a day.