COSCO Workshops on Safety

Pedestrian safety: Although walking has many benefits for older adults there is also a need to understand its potential hazards and take necessary precautions.
This workshop also covers the use of public transit and improving safety in the community.

Safety in the home: We provide detailed checklists of potential dangers outside the home and in every room indoors.
We review fire hazards, medications and childproofing the home. We show safety devices and provide tips for effective renovations.

COSCO Workshops on Safety

Preventing elder abuse and neglect: Abuse and neglect of seniors takes many forms.
Participants learn how to identify suspicious signs and symptoms. We review potential causes, intervention techniques, and where to find help.

Mature driver assessment procedures:  For various reasons, people may be ordered to have their driving skills assessed.
One of those reasons is reaching the age of 80. The workshop describes how ageing may affect driving skills, and suggests how people may compensate.
The B.C. assessment process is described in detail, and participants are advised how to do their best in the various testing situations they may face.