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Did you know that more than 5 million older adults are victims of elder abuse each year? Elder abuse is a hidden tragedy, and the signs are not always easily recognizable. It can include physical, emotional, and sexual abuse but also financial exploitation and neglect – including self-neglect. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It's our duty to be vigilant. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/g3ytdAX

Did you know that more than 5 million older adults are victims of elder abuse each year? Elder abuse is a hidden tragedy, and the signs are not always easily recognizable. It can include physical, emotional, and sexual abuse but also financial exploitation and neglect – including self-neglect. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It's our duty to be vigilant. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/g3ytdAX

Did you know that more than 5 million older adults are victims of elder abuse each year? Elder abuse is a hidden tragedy, and the signs are not always easily recognizable. It can include physical, emotional, and sexual abuse but also financial exploitation and neglect – including self-neglect. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It's our duty to be vigilant. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/g3ytdAX

#DYK that June 15th is #ElderAbusePrevention day? Abuse of any kind is deplorable. This blog looks closely at three warning signs of elder abuse so you can spot the red flags early and take necessary action. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dgM5T7SF

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. It's crucial to recognize the signs of elder abuse and take action to protect our seniors. The BBB offers guidance on identifying abuse, whether it's financial, physical, or emotional. Stay informed and help create a safer community for our elders. Learn how: https://lnkd.in/ggZHiXsv #ProtectOurSeniors #BBB #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay

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June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day An estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10, older Americans experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. In support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we encourage seniors and family caregivers to learn about the common myths and signs of elder abuse as well as how to take action and break the cycle. https://bit.ly/3VkacoD #WEAAD #WorldElderAbuseAwareness #ElderAbuse #ProtectOurElders #ElderJustice

How can we prevent elder abuse? According to CDC, to prevent elder abuse we must understand and address the factors that put people at risk. •Listen to older adults and their caregivers to understand their challenges and provide support. •Report abuse or suspected abuse to local adult protective services, long-term care ombudsman, or the police. Use the National Center on Elder Abuse Listing of State Elder Abuse Hotlinesexternal icon to find your state’s reporting numbers, government agencies, state laws, and other resources. •Educate oneself and others about how to recognize and report elder abuse. •Learn how the signs of elder abuse differ from the normal aging process. •Check-in on older adults who may have few friends and family members. •Provide over-burdened caregivers with support such as help from friends, family, or local relief care groups; adult day care programs; counseling; outlets intended to promote emotional well-being. •Encourage and assist persons (either caregivers or older adults) having problems with drug or alcohol abuse in getting help. https://lnkd.in/ekSRVndM

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Did you know at least 1 in 10 older adults has experienced some form of abuse? Protective Services Director Keith Adams recently visited Cambridge Council on Aging to share resources and information about elder abuse. Elder abuse is an action, or failure to act, that creates harm or significant risk of harm for someone age 60 or over. It can manifest as physical, emotional or sexual abuse as well as neglect or exploitation. #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay is a time to raise awareness of elder abuse in our communities and to support systems, structures, and resources that work to prevent and end elder abuse. We all deserve to lead happy and healthy lives free from abuse as we age. SCES is committed to helping older adults escape abuse and understand their options through our Protective Services program. Learn about the signs of elder abuse and how to get help here: https://lnkd.in/e9fMfxJY Learn about SCES’ Protective Services program: https://lnkd.in/eX7XM3hv

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The purpose of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect. Here are signs of emotional and psychological abuse in elders: —Appearing depressed, withdrawn, or scared. —Avoiding eye contact. —Different eating or sleeping patterns. —Isolation from friends and family. —Low self-esteem. —Mood swings. —Sudden changes in behavior/personality. Davie Center for Violence Prevention is committed to stopping elder abuse. To report, contact their crisis line at 336.751.4357