State and local agencies are urging vigilance in taking action against abuse in the care of the elderly, as today marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which is being promoted by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse.
"To me, there's not much difference between elder abuse, and child abuse, they're both a vulnerable populations" said Susan Craig, director of Henry County Senior Services. She works closely with the area's elderly population. The serious nature of elder abuse should not be understated, she added.
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