The Caribbean Community of Retired Persons (CCRP) is saddened on hearing of the tragic death of 94-year-old Olganese Taylor of Spanish Town, St. Catherine, who perished in a fire on Saturday, March 8. This heartbreaking incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced safety measures to protect our senior citizens. In light of this, CCRP’s Parish Representatives will be working closely with other advocacy groups, including the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC), the Ministers’ Fraternal, and Neighbourhood Watch, to develop and implement comprehensive safety initiatives for the elderly.
CCRP acknowledges the valuable role that churches play in regularly checking on
infirmaries and senior shut-ins. Together we will collaborate with The Jamaica Fire
Brigade to conduct routine inspections of seniors’ residences to ensure that fire safety
standards are in place. The CCRP remains committed to advocating for the welfare and safety of senior citizens and will continue to address the critical issues affecting this vulnerable group in our Jamaican society.
Source: LOOP News
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