Old Colony Elder Services to "March Against Elder Abuse" on June 15th in Brockton

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the non-profit agency proudly serving older adults and individuals with disabilities throughout greater Plymouth County and surrounding communities, has joined forces with Brockton Council on Aging (COA) and HarborOne to "March Against Elder Abuse" on Wednesday, June 15, 2016. The event will be held rain or shine.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is June 15, 2016, and in an effort to raise awareness of elder abuse, OCES, Brockton COA and HarborOne have organized a march, which begins at 12:00 p.m. at Brockton COA, 10 Father Kenney Way in Brockton. Take a stand against elder abuse by joining these organizations as they march down Main Street to the OCES office and back to Brockton COA. All participants will receive a free T-shirt (while supplies last).

OCES also encourages supporters to wear purple on June 15th to show awareness.

Following the walk, a complimentary lunch and a special speaker presentation will be held at the Brockton COA. To reserve your seat, RSVP by June 8th to Krista Jean Forand at OCES 508-584-1561, extension 302 or email kforand@ocesma.org. Or, RSVP to the Brockton COA at 508-580-7811.

Raising Awareness
Elder abuse includes financial exploitation, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse or neglect. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, family members (spouses, adult children, partners and others) comprise the majority of abusers. Additionally, research indicates that individuals with dementia are at even greater risk for elder abuse.

"World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is an opportunity to share information and spread awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults," explained Diana DiGiorgi, Executive Director at OCES. "We CAN make a difference and encourage the community to join our ‘March Against Elder Abuse’ on June 15th."

For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit www.ocesma.org.