Lubbock County proclaims June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month
The commissioners read and adopted a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month, citing statewide reporting figures and acknowledging Adult Protective Services and the Janno Estacado Silver Star Board's work.
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Judge Parrish read a resolution proclaiming June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Lubbock County and urged residents to help prevent abuse and neglect of older adults and people with disabilities. The proclamation cited Texas reporting figures and framed elder abuse as underreported due to stigma and fear.
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