The Gambia, West Africa Visit to UK

Priscilla Jones, President of the Association for the Prevention of Elder Abuse in the Gambia, made the trip to England on the 8th October to further her knowledge on the problems of Elder Abuse and how the Uk deals with them.

During her stay a number of visit's to care homes, private care providers and other organisations such as charity shops allowed Ms Jones to gather information that can be useful in fighting against elder abuse in the Gambia.

On Monday 15th October at the Town Hall in Ely, Priscilla Jones signed a memorandum of Understanding and Partnership with Ed Mullenger of Elder Protection declaring that both parties would share information which would benefit both countries in the fight against the abuse of elderly people

The signing of the document was witnessed by the Mayor of Ely, Mr Ron Bradney, June Tester and Ross Hawes both campaigners against elder abuse