PROCLAMATION: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - June 15, 2021
WHEREAS:
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury’s seniors are valued, contributing members of society, imparting a wealth of experience and wisdom in our communities. They deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. It is our collective responsibility to ensure they live safely and fully engaged within the community that cares about them; and
WHEREAS:
The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, in support of the United Nations International Plan of Action, proclaimed this day to recognize the significance of elder abuse as both a public health and human rights issue; and
WHEREAS:
2021 marks the 16th anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Its recognition will foster a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older adults; and
WHEREAS:
Elder abuse is not limited to race, gender, culture, or circumstance, and regardless of whether the abuse is physical, emotional, or financial, it has a significant impact on the lives of individuals and families; and
WHEREAS:
CHATS and the Prevention of Senior Abuse Network Simcoe County (PSAN-SC) recognize the importance of taking action to create social change to prevent and raise awareness to educate older adults of their rights; and
WHEREAS:
The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury recognizes the importance of taking action to create social change that prevents elder abuse and raises awareness, through education of neighbours, friends and family members about the Rights of older adults; and
WHEREAS:
Preventing abuse of older adults will help improve their quality of life and allow older adults to continue to live as independently as possible and contribute to the life and vibrancy of Ontario; and
WHEREAS:
Where there is respect there can be no abuse; therefore, residents of The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, are urged to join this global movement to Stop Abuse and Restore Respect.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED:
That His Worship Mayor Rob Keffer and Members of Council proclaim June 15, 2021 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury.
