(Tuesday was World Elder Abuse Awareness Day)...It was discussed by the County Board of Supervisors this week.

The Board declared June as Elder and Dependent Abuse Awareness month. It is estimated that every year, 5 million older Americans are victims of Elder Abuse, neglect or exploitation. Experts believe that for every reported case elder abuse or neglect, as many as 23.5 cases go unreported. Elder abuse is a national problem and will only become more prevalent as the population of older adults continues to grow. For more information on elder abuse or how to report elder abuse, containt the Imperial County Area Agency on Aging.