ACT-ively Preventing Elder Abuse

Break down the stigma around elder abuse and learn how to recognize and respond to it in a safe way. Join a facilitator from Theatre of the Beat for this practical and engaging workshop where you'll learn to: identify the different types of elder abuse Identify the signs of elder abuse Using theatre exercises, develop strategies to be an 'active bystander' in situations where elder abuse might be present. No theatre experience required, but participation in role plays is encouraged! Registration required. For assistance, please contact staff. About Theatre of the Beat: Theatre of the Beat (TOTB) is a Canadian touring theatre company working to catalyze conversations on social justice and its intersection with the beliefs of the communities in which we find ourselves. Light refreshments are provided for all participants. Ingredient lists will be available at the program. Information Collection Notice: The personal information on this form is collected by the Toronto Public Library under the Public Libraries Act, sections 20(a), 20(c), and 20(d). The information will only be used for event and program registration, delivery and evaluation. Questions about how the library handles your information can be directed to Answerline staff at answerline@tpl.ca, 416-397-5981, 789 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M4W 2G8.