Chief Allen Sibert of the Town of Haymarket Police Department is gearing up for the second annual Senior Summit, a free, one-of-a-kind event focused on empowering older adults with vital resources and protection from scams.
The event will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Park Valley Church, located at 4500 Waverly Farm Drive in Haymarket.
I sat down with Chief Sibert for a candid conversation on the Potomac Local Podcast to talk about the inspiration behind the event, what attendees can expect, and why the summit is just as much about community building as it is crime prevention.
“We want to make sure our seniors get the education they need to protect themselves, but also have the opportunity to connect with trusted, local providers—from in-home care and emergency services to financial planning and home accessibility,” said Chief Sibert.
The event features:
- An hour-long educational summit focused on scam prevention
- A free lunch provided by local sponsors
- Access to a wide variety of resources for seniors and caregivers
- No sales pitches—just helpful information from people who care
Chief Sibert also emphasized that adult children and caregivers are encouraged to attend. “If you’re helping take care of your parents or a loved one, this event is for you, too,” he said.
Registration is required and space is limited to 350 attendees.
Register now at ParkValleyChurch.com/SeniorSummit
Watch our full conversation above or catch it on the Potomac Local Podcast YouTube playlist.
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