Elder Abuse Awareness
Elder abuse is a serious and often silent crime that affects many older adults. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1 in 6 people aged 60 and over have experienced some form of abuse in a community setting. In addition, research shows that elder abuse is often underreported, with only 1 in 24 cases […]
World Elder Abuse Awareness
In June, the Center for Elder Law and Justice (CELJ) will join our local, statewide, and national partners to honor older adults and celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Taking place on Tuesday June 15th, WEAAD aims to cast a light on this often overlooked, underreported issue which impacts an estimated one in ten […]