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WORLD ELDER ABUSEAWARENESS DAY-.TUNE 15,2015
WHEREAS, Petaluma's seniors are valued members of society; and
WHEREAS, abuse of older people is a tragedy inflicted on vulnerable seniors and an ever-
increasing problem in today's society that crosses all socio-economic boundaries; and
WHEREAS, elderly and dependent adults have the right to be protected under the law from
all types of abuse, including financial,physical, psychological, sexual, or neglect; and
WHEREAS, combating abuse of older people will help improve the quality of life for
Petaluma's seniors, and enable them to continue to serve as leaders, mentors volunteers, and
important and active members of this community; and
WHEREAS,the issue of elder abuse prevention requires continual community awareness
and education; and
WHEREAS,the City of Petaluma provides support, services and education to seniors
through the Petaluma Senior Center; and
WHEREAS, elder abuse should not be ignored nor endured.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, David Glass, Mayor of Petaluma,
along with the members of the City Council, do hereby declare June 15, 2015 as World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day, and encourage all residents to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of
Petaluma's seniors.
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