ElderAbuseAwarenessWalk

The annual Elder Abuse Awareness Resources Fair was held June 15 at the Graham County Community Building, attracting a variety of vendors and resources. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

The annual Elder Abuse Awareness Resources Fair was held June 15 at the Graham County Community Building, attracting a variety of vendors and resources. Photos by Latresa Phillips/The Graham Star

Elder Abuse Awareness Fair a success

Latresa Phillips
Thursday, June 29, 2023
Robbinsville – June 15 has been designated as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by the UN General Assembly. The purpose of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is to provide communities around the world with an opportunity to gain a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons.

Elder Abuse Fair set for June 15

Latresa Phillips
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Tallulah – It is hard to imagine that someone would deliberately – or even unintentionally – bring harm to an elderly or handicapped individual. Unfortunately, such abuse is a widespread problem. This abuse can occur in the form of financial, emotional, physical or sexual abuse.