Monday, 18 Aug 2025
America Age
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Font ResizerAa
America AgeAmerica Age
Search
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Opinion
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto & NFTs
  • Tech
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion / Beauty
    • Art & Books
    • Culture
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
America Age > Blog > World > Local group bringing awareness to elder abuse
World

Local group bringing awareness to elder abuse

Enspirers | Editorial Board
Share
Local group bringing awareness to elder abuse
SHARE

Jun. 14—TRI-COUNTY — One Tri-County organization is hoping to bring awareness to elder abuse in accordance with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations and is celebrated each year on June 15, which falls on Wednesday.

The purpose of WEAAD is to provide an opportunity for communities around the globe to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness of the cultural, social, economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse Awareness website.

Tri-County Abuse Council for Elders, or TRACE, is a local nonprofit organization made up of volunteers from throughout Laurel, Knox and Whitley Counties, including community representatives, those who work in social services, long-term care facilities and home health agencies, as well as those who work for organizations that service senior citizens.

“We provide information, education, awareness to other people like us, as far as service providers, professionals, business people and of course, our main focus being senior citizens,” said Shawn Bingham, president of TRACE. “That’s what our push is to educate them so that they are aware of those issues of elder abuse, how to prevent it or know what neglect is or to understand what exploitation is. Really, what a lot of it comes down to is social connectedness, just helping them understand the importance of that.”

TRACE typically holds two events per year, including their annual Senior Health and Wellness Fair and a Christmas basket program for seniors.

On Wednesday, members of the TRACE Council will be holding balloon releases throughout the Tri-County to help raise awareness on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

“It’s an issue that’s worldwide,” said Cathy Willis, secretary for TRACE. “It can happen anywhere and people would be surprised at what things are considered elder abuse; it’s not just physical injury, it’s misappropriation of funds or it’s mental abuse.”

“Sometimes families don’t realize that their loved ones are going through this abuse,” said April Goodin, member of TRACE. “You can hire a caregiver privately and they could be abusing the relationship with them and the families don’t realize, so it’s something to bring awareness to that this could happen. Be on the lookout and protect your loved ones because you just don’t think about it being a reality.”

Members of TRACE hope that the community will join them in observing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

The TRACE Council is always looking for donations, as their organization runs solely on fundraising and community donations. TRACE meets the third Monday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Corbin Senior Citizens Center and encourages community members to come out and be apart of the council.

For more information or to find out how to donate, visit https://trace002.wixsite.com/trace or follow their Facebook page @TriCountyAbuseCouncilforEldersTRACE.

Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article BTS Announce Hiatus as They Open Up About Recent Struggles: ‘We’ve Lost Our Direction’ BTS Announce Hiatus as They Open Up About Recent Struggles: ‘We’ve Lost Our Direction’
Next Article Justin Bieber shares update after revealing facial paralysis: ‘Each day has gotten better’ Justin Bieber shares update after revealing facial paralysis: ‘Each day has gotten better’

Your Trusted Source for Accurate and Timely Updates!

Our commitment to accuracy, impartiality, and delivering breaking news as it happens has earned us the trust of a vast audience. Stay ahead with real-time updates on the latest events, trends.
FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
LinkedInFollow
MediumFollow
QuoraFollow
- Advertisement -
Ad image

Popular Posts

Parents of Sandy Hook Victim at Alex Jones Trial Seek $150 Million in Damages

AUSTIN, Texas — Lawyers for the parents of a child killed in the Sandy Hook…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

Constance Wu recalls friend saving her on her 5th floor balcony, taking her to psychiatric ER

Constance Wu is opening up about her suicide attempt in 2019 and the aftermath.The Crazy…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

What We Learned About Pegasus, the Smartphone Cracker

It is widely regarded as the world’s most potent spyware, capable of reliably cracking the…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

How to Travel on a Budget Amid Inflation

Renting a vacation homeStrong demand for short-term rentals has pushed prices up. Rentals are up…

By Enspirers | Editorial Board

You Might Also Like

Protests in Israel as authorities prepares for brand spanking new offensive on Gaza Metropolis – Center East disaster dwell
World

Protests in Israel as authorities prepares for brand spanking new offensive on Gaza Metropolis – Center East disaster dwell

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Labour must ‘pick things up’ after a ‘tough’ first 12 months, says Sadiq Khan – UK politics dwell
World

Labour must ‘pick things up’ after a ‘tough’ first 12 months, says Sadiq Khan – UK politics dwell

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Monday briefing: What’s at stake for Ukrainians as Trump and Putin speak of ceding land in return for peace
World

Monday briefing: What’s at stake for Ukrainians as Trump and Putin speak of ceding land in return for peace

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
Australia information reside: Qantas faces hefty nice over outsourcing; warning over ‘widespread’ e-bike rule-breaking
World

Australia information reside: Qantas faces hefty nice over outsourcing; warning over ‘widespread’ e-bike rule-breaking

By Enspirers | Editorial Board
America Age
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


America Age: Your instant connection to breaking stories and live updates. Stay informed with our real-time coverage across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. Your reliable source for 24/7 news.

Company
  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement
Contact Us
  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability
Terms of Use
  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© 2024 America Age. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?