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Willacy County proclaims June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Summary
The Willacy County Commissioners Court approved a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month and announced a resource fair on June 4, 2026, to connect older adults with local services.
Orga Vegas, district advocate with the Willacy County District Attorney's Office Victim Assistance Unit, presented a proclamation asking the court to declare June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. Vegas outlined the planned fourth annual Elder Abuse Awareness Day and resource fair on June 4, 2026, at the county state room from 9 a.m. to noon. The proclamation describes elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue and urges the community to raise awareness and improve outreach and support services.
The court moved, seconded and approved the proclamation. Vegas invited the commissioners and public to attend the resource fair, which will include presentations by local service providers and opportunities for community members to learn about services available to older adults.
The motion carried with no recorded opposition.
