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Chatham County proclaims Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Summary
The Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation designating May 11–June 15, 2025, as Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse and Exploitation Awareness Month and noted a related local event at the Siler City Center for Active Living.
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners on May 5 adopted a proclamation designating May 11 through June 15, 2025, as Vulnerable Adult and Elder Abuse and Exploitation Awareness Month.
The resolution aligns with the National Council on Aging and the State of North Carolina recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and cites national estimates and financial-loss figures commonly used in awareness materials. The proclamation names local partners including the Chatham County Department of Social Services, Chatham County Aging Services and the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office and encourages residents to observe the month and take steps to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation.
At the meeting someone from the county’s aging-services staff (Jenny) noted an upcoming elder-abuse awareness event at the Siler City Center for Active Living on June 1 (noted as "the 20 first" in the meeting; staff clarified the event date during discussion). Commissioners adopted the proclamation by a voice vote after a motion and second were made.
Votes at a glance: Motion to adopt proclamation (moved/seconded); voice vote recorded as "Aye." Staff said a photo would be taken following the proclamation reading.
The county encouraged residents to check the Chatham County website for event details and contact information for local aging and social-services providers.
