Milwaukee County DHHS Hosts World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Walk and Resource Fair

MILWAUKEE—The Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Aging and Disabilities Services is hosting a community-driven event in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the McGovern Senior Center, located at 4500 W. Custer Ave., Milwaukee.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day serves as a global platform to promote better understanding of the abuse, neglect, and exploitation faced by older adults. It also highlights the cultural, social, and economic factors that contribute to this crisis. We all have a role to play in preventing elder abuse and supporting our aging neighbors.

The event will include a resource fair featuring connecting attendees to services, a fun and educational round of “Scam Singo” (a bingo-style game designed to teach participants how to identify scams and fraud, with prizes), and a community walk in honor of older adults affected by abuse and neglect.

Milwaukee County DHHS Aging and Disabilities Services will also be onsite to connect residents with vital resources, including information on protective services for adults at risk, disability benefit assistance, long-term care options counseling, elder rights advocacy, and information and referral services for seniors and adults with disabilities.

WHEN:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 12:45 p.m.
WHERE:
McGovern Senior Center
4500 W. Custer Ave., Milwaukee

WHO:
A representative for County Executive Crowley will proclaim World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Representatives from the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Disabilities Services staff, community partners, seniors, and special guests.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.