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Commissioners proclaim June 2026 Elder Abuse Awareness Month
Summary
The board heard from Tanya Paul of DVAC on elder‑abuse outreach and unanimously approved a proclamation naming June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Ottawa County.
Tanya Paul, outreach specialist for DVAC, briefed the commission on elder‑abuse outreach efforts and available voluntary services for seniors and caregivers. Paul encouraged residents to call DVAC’s office for anonymous information and reminded the board that elder‑abuse victims and their families can access education and support services.
The commission then moved and seconded a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Ottawa County. The proclamation cited national statistics and urged citizens to help protect older adults from abuse, neglect and exploitation. Commissioners signed copies of the proclamation and thanked DVAC for outreach efforts.
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