CONCERNS about the abuse of the elderly in the community will be put under the spotlight at a special information event in Caerphilly county next week.
Caerphilly council’s protection of vulnerable adults team is holding a drop-in session at The Visit Caerphilly Centre (opposite the castle) on Wednesday, June 15, between 10am and 2pm, to coincide with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Agencies including social services, Gwent Police, Age Concern Advocacy and the Stroke Association will have representatives available.
World Elder Abuse Day is co-ordinated across the UK by the charity Action on Elder Abuse. This will be the fourth annual event Caerphilly council has held to raise awareness on how to report abuse and seek support for members of the community who are vulnerable and less able to defend themselves against abuse.
If you suspect that a vulnerable adult is being subjected to any form of abuse please contact the council’s adult services duty information team on 0808 100 2500.
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