World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
(WEAAD) happens each year on June 15th as designated by the International
Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at
the United Nations. The purpose of 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. For more details, visit
Many
organizations including Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs support strong
advocacy to help end elder mistreatment. No one is immune to abuse, neglect and
exploitation; it occurs in every demographic, and can happen to anyone. We promote and protect each long-term care resident’s
right to be free from abuse, neglect and exploitation. These and other residents' rights are guaranteed by the
federal 1987 Nursing Home Reform Law and state law.
Georgia
State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program provides information, advocacy, and
education to help prevent elder abuse and safeguard the rights, dignity, and
respect of long-term care facility residents. Please visit our website www.georgiaombudsman.org or contact our free, confidential number at
1-866-552-4464, option 5.
