Support “Elder Abuse Awareness Day”
The Montgomery County Commissioners have designated June 15th as “Elder Abuse Awareness Day” to draw attention to the neglect and exploitation of older and vulnerable adults. (*Activities will be held on June 13th). Last year in Montgomery County, there were 1,509 reports of elder abuse, including 643 suspected reports of self neglect.
Mark “Elder Abuse Awareness Day” by wearing purple on June 13 and attending the following free event organized by CAANE (Collaboration Against Abuse Neglect & Exploitation) at Courthouse Square/Dowwntown Dayton. Please click on link below for additional details:
Event Invite Flyer – June 13, 2014
To report suspected elder abuse for individuals over the age of 60, contract Montgomery County Adult Protective Services at 225-4906, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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