World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed on June 15

Key facts

• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed every year on June 15.
• The day was established by the United Nations (UN) to raise awareness about the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults.
• Elder abuse is defined as any action or lack of action that causes harm or distress to an older person.
• Forms of elder abuse include physical, emotional or psychological, financial, neglect, and sexual abuse.
• Warning signs of elder abuse include unexplained injuries, malnutrition, poor hygiene, anxiety, fearfulness, sudden social withdrawal, and unusual financial transactions.