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AARP Virgin Islands Launches 2026 Elder Justice Summit Series to Protect Older Adults Across the Territory
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AARP Virgin Islands (AARP VI), in collaboration with the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services and the Virgin Islands Department of Justice, is proud to announce the launch of its 2026 Elder Justice Summit Series, a coordinated three-part summer initiative designed to elevate elder justice as a policy, systems, and community priority across the Territory.
The series will convene community members, caregivers, professionals, and policymakers to advance conversations on systems modernization, strengthen collaboration, and improve protections for vulnerable older adults. It reflects AARP VI’s ongoing commitment to addressing elder abuse, fraud, and financial exploitation through education, awareness, and action.
Session 1: Legal Planning — Your First Line of Defense
The series begins with Part I: Legal Tools for Protection, Planning & Prevention, a community education summit focused on empowering older adults and families with the tools they need to safeguard their future.
Event Details:
- St. Croix: June 16, 2026
UVI Medical Simulation Center | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Lunch provided) - St. Thomas: June 18, 2026
UVI LaVerne E. Ragster Conference Center | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Lunch provided)
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This session is designed for older Virgin Islanders, caregivers, social workers, healthcare professionals, and community advocates, and will provide practical guidance on:
- Understanding powers of attorney and advance directives
- Exploring guardianship alternatives and legal safeguards
- Reducing vulnerability to fraud, exploitation, and crisis situations
“This session is about giving people the confidence and knowledge to protect themselves before a crisis happens,” said Pamela Toussaint, Associate State Director of Advocacy and Outreach for AARP Virgin Islands. “When you understand the legal tools available to you, you’re better prepared to protect your assets, your wishes, and your future. That knowledge is one of the strongest forms of prevention we have.”
A Strategic, Three-Part Approach to Elder Justice
The 2026 Elder Justice Summit Series is intentionally structured as a three-part initiative, each installment engaging a different audience and addressing a key driver of elder justice:
- Part I — June 16 (St. Croix) & June 18 (St. Thomas)
Legal Tools for Protection, Planning & Prevention
A community education summit focused on legal preparedness and prevention - Part II — July 23 (St. Croix) & July 24 (St. Thomas)
Probate Reform & Housing Stability Institute
A policy and professional convening examining probate systems, housing stability, heirs’ property, and generational wealth preservation - Part III — August 20 (St. Thomas) & August 21 (St. Croix)
Elder Financial Exploitation & Fraud Prevention Forum
A professional forum focused on strengthening enforcement coordination, reporting systems, and institutional responses to fraud and exploitation
Together, these sessions are designed to build momentum around policy solutions, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and create a long-term framework for elder justice collaboration in the Virgin Islands.
Powered by Strong Territorial Partnerships
The Elder Justice Summit Series reflects a powerful collaboration between AARP Virgin Islands, the Virgin Islands Department of Human Services, and the Virgin Islands Department of Justice.
By bringing together expertise across advocacy, social services, and enforcement, this partnership aims to:
- Increase awareness of elder abuse and financial exploitation
- Strengthen prevention and reporting systems
- Enhance coordination among agencies and community partners
- Protect older adults and vulnerable populations across the Territory
Join the Effort
The Elder Justice Summit Series is more than a set of events—it is a Territory-wide effort to protect older adults, strengthen communities, and ensure that every Virgin Islander can age with dignity, safety, and respect.
Community members, caregivers, and professionals are encouraged to attend and be part of this important initiative.
Register now for Session 1:
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