Wichita County proclaims June 2026 'Elder Abuse Awareness Month' after APS presentation
Wichita County Commissioners issued a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month and heard a presentation from Adult Protective Services describing its role investigating abuse, neglect and exploitation of older adults and people with disabilities and providing a local contact number for concerns.
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The Wichita County Commissioners Court proclaimed June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month on May 19 after a presentation from Adult Protective Services (APS). The judge read the proclamation, which noted that older adults and people with disabilities contribute to the community and that abuse is underreported because of stigma and fear.
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