Three new security consultants: Strengthen protection for seniors in the district!

Three new security consultants: Strengthen protection for seniors in the district!

There is news to report in the Waldeck-Frankenberg district: After a three-day training course, three new security advisors for seniors were recently trained. These committed men, hailing from Korbach, Bad Arolsen and Volkmarsen, are now actively helping to protect and support older people in their region. With this new acquisition, the number of volunteer security advisors in the district increases to around 20, all of whom contribute to the police's prevention work. They act as important contacts for seniors.

The Security Advisors for Seniors (SfS) program was launched in 2016. The aim is to protect older people from crime and inform them about the dangers. This also includes helping them to drive safely and informing them about common crimes against older people. This year, the traditional topics were brought back into the training courses, ensuring comprehensive training that includes recognizing dangerous situations, recommendations for behavior and the basics of first aid. According to 112-magazin.de, this step is a significant advance in prevention work in the district.

The role of security advisors

The security advisors have the important task of building a bridge between older citizens, the police and other aid organizations. "Seniors are not more often victims of crime, but there are special phenomena, such as the "grandchild trick" or "fake police officers", that specifically target older people," say experts. This is exactly where the security consultants come in, by imparting practical behavior and encouraging their protégés to live self-confidently and vigilantly. In addition, every security expert knows the concerns of their age group and speaks their language, which makes communication much easier. Further information about the security consultants can be found on the municipality's websites or at the police department Korbach, who keeps the contact details up to date.

However, the demand for additional security consultants remains high. The need is still great, so interested citizens can contact the prevention staff at the North Hesse Police Headquarters directly to become part of this important initiative. Strong civic engagement is required, which is of great importance in our society in order to effectively meet future challenges. The long-term goal is clear: to create a safe living space for older people.

Activities of security consultants

Training and exchanges about the current crime situation take place regularly. The security advisors recently met in Korbach to discuss developments in the region and adapt their strategies. In addition to education, it is also necessary to recognize and understand current phenomena in order to be able to act preventively. The work of security consultants is largely based on the ability to proactively respond to the needs of older people.

The safety advisor program has proven itself over the years and shows how important this voluntary work is for the well-being and safety of the older generation. Committed citizens who want to become active in this area are warmly invited to get in touch. Because one thing is certain: society benefits from such a strong network of helping hands.