Bloomington Police Department Launches Free Crime Prevention Course For Seniors To Combat Rising Scams

Bloomington Police Department Launches Free Crime Prevention Course For Seniors To Combat Rising Scams

In a proactive move geared towards supporting its elderly residents, the Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota is introducing a free crime prevention course tailored for seniors. This initiative comes at a time when scams and crimes targeting the aging population are, unfortunately, ascending. The department took to its Facebook page to announce the three-week program that includes an array of safety topics.

The course is designed to arm Bloomington's elderly with the wisdom and tools to protect themselves against various deceptions and dangers. Running on Tuesdays from April 8 to April 22 between 9 am and 11 am, each session promises to impart knowledge on scams, personal safety, and other key areas such as fire/home safety, driving, and understanding emergency responses. The call, ringing out to the city's grandmas and grandpas, emphasizes the department's focus on these oft-targeted community members. According to the post, registrations are mandatory as the class size is limited. "Calling the grandma's and the grandpa's, and those young at heart, we are holding a 3 week class to provide education and crime prevention tips to the senior population of Bloomington," the department shared.

Crime prevention classes are not a novel concept in community policing strategies, but they remain a vital part of engaging and protecting vulnerable population segments. With the increasing sophistication of criminals, especially when it comes to scams, such educational programs become essential lifelines. They not only offer guidance but also create avenues for the elderly to connect with law enforcement in a positive and supportive setting.

Bloomington's seniors who are interested in enrolling in these classes may want to act swiftly, as spots are filling up, and being prepared now could shield them from a future fraught with unwelcome surprises. For those in the community who may know someone that could benefit from the classes, the Bloomington Police Department encourages sharing the information. The classes, sign up for today, while there is still space. Information about registration and additional class details are available on the department's Facebook page and other community bulletin boards around Bloomington.

SOURCE: hoodline