Local officials joined nearly 1,000 seniors and over 80 vendors for the four-hour Rockland Senior Fair Thursday in Rockland Community College's Eugene Levy Fieldhouse.
"I am absolutely thrilled with the overwhelming enthusiasm and turnout we have witnessed at today's fair," said State Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester). "The message behind today's event is to bring the community directly to the people we serve. I would like to thank my partners in government, the tremendous staff at Rockland Community College and all of our vendors for making this an exceptional showing."
"Senior citizens are an important segment of our community and RCC is committed to meeting theri needs and interests," RCC President Dr. Cliff Wood said. "We are happy to host this informative and important event."
Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Zugibe spoke about ways the elderly can protect can protect themselves as part of Thursday's Speaker Series, which also included discussions of the latest research into Alzheimer's disease and dimentia. .
"Sadly, elder abuse is a profound and growing problem in Rockland County," Zugibe said. "Crimes of physical abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, abandonment and sexual abuse involving this vulnerable population tear at the fabric of our community. Our highly-experienced investigators and prosecutors are committed to recognizing and responding, which will ultimately make Rockland a safer place for our seniors. I am pleased to partner with Senator David Carlucci to help our elderly residents, prevent future victimization and bring the perpetrators of these crimes to justice."
Check back with Patch for more from the Rockland Senior Fair, including a new medical equipment loan program offered by the Rockland Independent Living Center.
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