“Understand and End Financial Abuse of Older People: A Human Rights Issue”

World elder abuse awareness day seeks to prevent elder abuse incidents by giving targeted information and encouraging community participation on a broad scale. The day is about all of us working together to bring greater recognition of the mistreatment of people wherever they live, and to highlight the need for appropriate action. We encouraged everyone to get involved to participate in helping to raise awareness about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day including organizations such as hospitals, colleges and individuals. A variety of events and activities was performed by organizations and individuals alike. Below are activities which we have done:

• Community Walk.
• Host a Presentation, Lecture or Debate.
• Host a conference or training, focused on elder abuse awareness and available community resources.
• Educate yourself about elder abuse.
• Tree plantings.
• Use graphics on your website, blog, or in your email signature block, to draw awareness to elder abuse and prevention effort.