06/15/2026
Today, June 15, is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day! Today, wear purple to raise awareness of Elder Abuse.
Elder Abuse can take many forms, including physical, psychological, and financial abuse, as
well as neglect. It often occurs in situations where individuals lack visibility, support, or access to
services. Addressing this issue requires more than raising awareness. It calls for stronger
systems that can prevent abuse and respond effectively when it happens, while respecting the
dignity, independence, and rights of older persons.
As populations age, and live longer, disabilities for elders increase. Between 2019 and 2030, the number of persons 60 and older is projected to grow by 38%, from 1 billion to 1.4 billion. They will globally outnumber youth, making it the greatest and most rapid increase in the developing world.
BC Community Response Networks (BC CRN) is a B.C. provincial non-profit dedicated to fostering safe, inclusive communities where vulnerable adults are valued and protected (https://bccrns.ca/).
