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DE SCR24
Concurrent Resolution
Status
6/11/2015
Primary Sponsor
Bethany Hall-Long
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AI Summary
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Designates June 15, 2015 as "Delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day" in the State of Delaware.
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Acknowledges that 4-6% of elderly people are believed to be abused and that elder abuse is largely unrecognized globally and locally.
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Recognizes the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, the Delaware Nursing Home Residents Quality Assurance Commission, and the Department of Justice for addressing elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.
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Aligns with the National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse in recognizing June 15th as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
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Urges all Delawareans to learn more about protecting and nurturing elderly citizens.
Legislative Description
Recognizing June 15, 2015 As "delaware Elder Abuse Awareness Day."
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
6/11/2015