Triad Tools

The NATI Logo

The National Association of Triads, Inc. logo signifies the necessity of equal national-level participation and leadership of three organizations for a successful Triad program. Three triangles symbolize a working relationship among leaders from law enforcement, seniors, and providers. See the Triad Manual for more information

Starting a Triad

Agreeing

The first step in forming a Triad involves law enforcement leaders. In most cases, this is the sheriff and police chiefs, providing an opportunity to work together for safer seniors in their community.

A Triad begins with one law enforcement leader bringing together other law enforcement, seniors and those who work for them, to form a team. As an example, a chief of police may contact other chiefs, the sheriff, and someone to represent older residents and their services. This person may be an RSVP leader or other senior with experience, knowledge of the community, and the ability to motivate others - they normally work with older individuals.

Triad: A Concept in Action

Triad is a commitment among chiefs of police, the sheriff and senior leaders and affiliated organizations. They reduce elder victimization and increase law enforcement services to older persons.

The purpose of a Triad is to develop and implement crime prevention and education programs for older individuals. Activities center on both pre-victimization (preventive) and post-victimization (victim/witness assistance) aspects.

Triad should also focus on reducing fear of crime by identifying misconceptions, educating seniors on criminal activity that affects them, and creating programs to reduce elder crime with information exchange between law enforcement and older persons.

For more information, please refer to the Triad Manual.