Currently held monthly with lunch provided. Seniors will learn about different topics such as crime trends, scams, and how to avoid becoming victims of crime as well as other useful information.
This has been such a huge success, we are currently looking for more locations along with lunch sponsors.
Check the website for current dates and topics, also events listed on our Facebook page.
Stay tuned for the 2025 schedule!
Programs
Salty Dog Academy
Spring 2025 registration is now open.
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/salty-dog-academy-spring-2025-4135013 [eventbrite.com]
Salty Dog Academy consists of 4 classes over a four-week period :
- April 17th 10:00 am-Pet Preparedness-Animal Shelter
- April 24th 11:00 am-Emergency Management Agency
- May 1st 11:00 am 9-1-1 Center
- May 8th 11:00 am Fire and Emergency Services
(Graduation, May 2025 date/day TBD)
Operation S.O.S.
Operation S.O.S. (Saving Our Seniors) is a program specifically designed for senior citizens to help prepare for all types of weather emergencies.
In 2024, Cherokee Triad S.A.L.T. provided 100 emergency buckets filled with weather alert radios, flash lights, screw driver, first aid kits, water proof document bag along with other items needed in a case of an emergency.
File of life
Distributing this file to senior citizens that they complete with their latest medical information, such as allergies, medications, contact persons and more – all in one safe place. Recognized and endorsed by Cherokee County first responders.
Sponsors and Vendors
Cherokee Triad - S.A.L.T Council Meetings
1st Tuesday of Each Month
8:30 AM
THRIVE-Canton
130 E. Main Street, Suite 300
Canton, GA 30114
