Designates June 15, 2026, as Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Designates June 15, 2026, as Elder Abuse Awareness Day
IntroducedJuly 21, 2026
Passed Senate2 months ago
Intro
Senate
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4200; text: CR S4195-4196)
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Why This Matters
This resolution designates June 15, 2026, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the month of June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month.
If you are involved in elder care, June 2026 will focus on raising awareness about preventing elder abuse.
Who this affects
Older adults · Families of seniors · Elder care organizations
What does this resolution do?
1This resolution officially names June 15, 2026, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
2It also marks the entire month of June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month.
3The resolution encourages communities to hold events and activities to raise awareness.
4It aims to promote education about elder abuse prevention and support for victims.
