Baltimore County to observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County will observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Sunday, June 15, 2025, joining national, state, and local efforts to raise awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults. The Baltimore County Historic Courthouse dome will be illuminated in purple from June 15 through June 21 to symbolize the county’s commitment to protecting its senior population. The […]

Maryland Attorney General’s Office joins effort combatting elder financial abuse

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown this week joined other state officials and consumer protection groups to launch PROTECT Week, a statewide awareness and public education campaign focused on protecting older Americans and vulnerable adults from financial exploitation. PROTECT Week is an annual initiative anchored around Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15th. One in five seniors over age 65 […]