Aurora, IL – Aurora police have launched a new Senior Safety & Resources Unit designed to protect and support older residents through proactive policing and community partnerships.
According to the Aurora Police Department, the initiative assigns specially trained officers to each patrol area to help seniors access resources, prevent scams, and stay connected to local services. The program is part of the department’s Community Oriented Policing Division and includes partnerships with the City of Aurora’s Community Services Department and local agencies.
Officers in the new unit will assist seniors who are victims of crime or in need of outreach. They’ll also collaborate with the Kane County TRIAD, a regional coalition dedicated to senior safety and welfare.
“This program is about more than just responding to incidents—it’s about preventing them,” said Sergeant Skyy Calice, who oversees the unit. “We want officers to be trusted resources who can connect seniors with help before a crisis occurs.”
The department is also teaming up with Congressman Bill Foster’s Office and the U.S. General Services Administration to distribute the Consumer Action Book, a guide that helps residents identify and report scams. Officers will engage seniors through community events at the Prisco Center’s Friendly Center for Seniors and work with retailers like Walmart, Jewel-Osco, and Walgreens to help staff spot potential gift card frauds.
Police Chief Matt Thomas called the new unit “a commitment to ensuring Aurora’s seniors feel safe, supported, and connected.”
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