(June is Elder And Dependent Abuse Awareness Month in Imperial County)….The declaration was made last week.

A special free conference was held to educate caregivers and others on Elder Abuse. It is estimated that every year 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation. Experts believe that for every reported case of elder abuse or neglect, as many as 23.3 cases go unreported.. If abuse or neglect is suspected, call the Adult Protective Services at 760-337-7878. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and it provides the opportunity for individuals, organizations and agencies around the nation to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social and economic demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect. Residents are asked to wear a purple ribbon to raise awareness.