Vermont Business Magazine The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations (UN) launched the first World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2006 in an effort to unite communities around the world in raising awareness about elder abuse. WEAAD serves as a call-to-action for our communities to raise awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elders, and reaffirm our country’s commitment to the principle of justice for all.
Central Vermont Council on Aging (CVCOA) sees World Elder Abuse Awareness Day as an opportunity to provide information about how to recognize and report suspected cases of elder abuse or self-neglect.
Anyone can report concerns about Elder Abuse to Adult Protective Services by phone at 1-800-564-1612 or online at https://dlp.vermont.gov/aps/make-aps-report.
For concerns that an older adult may be self-neglecting, reach out to the Vermont Area Agencies on Aging at 1-800-642-5119 to speak with a local case management staff member.
Because two-thirds of elder abuse perpetrators are related to the victim, situations can be complex.
Central Vermont Council on Aging (CVCOA) case management staff can provide information about how to report cases of elder abuse and self-neglect. Elder abuse can include physical, psychological, financial exploitation, neglect and abandonment, and sexual abuse.
Central Vermont Council on Aging (CVCOA) supports older Central Vermonters to age with dignity and choice in 54 towns. Visit the CVCOA website at www.cvcoa.org or call the CVCOA Helpline at 1-802-477-1364 for more information or assistance. CVCOA is located at 59 North Main Street, Suite 200 in Barre with regional offices located in Morrisville and Randolph.
Source: CVCOA
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