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DE SCR23
Concurrent Resolution
Status
6/13/2013
Primary Sponsor
Bethany Hall-Long
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AI Summary
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Designates June 15, 2013 as "Delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day" in the State of Delaware.
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Acknowledges that 4-6% of elderly people are estimated to be abused and that elder abuse is largely unrecognized globally and locally.
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Recognizes that the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, the Delaware Nursing Home Residents Quality Assurance Commission, and the Department of Justice are addressing elder abuse and exploitation issues.
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Notes that June 15th is recognized internationally as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by the National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse.
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Urges all Delawareans to learn more about protecting and nurturing elderly citizens.
Legislative Description
Recognizing June 15, 2013 As "delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day."
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
6/19/2013