AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services announced it will recognize Elder Abuse Prevention Month in June, as well as host an awareness event and senior resource fair on Friday ahead of the month’s official start.
On Friday, Texas DFPS said it will host a “Paint Bug Ranch Purple” event from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Slug Bug Ranch to remind community members about the importance of protecting vulnerable seniors from abuse or neglect. The event will also include a senior resource fair at the site.
“Do you have an elderly neighbor who can no longer keep up their home, isn’t taking care of his or herself, or needs medical care? You may be the only person who knows or cares,” said Texas DFPS officials, noting June as an opportunity for others to check in on older friends and community members…