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October 9, 2025<\/h4>\n

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Episode 31: Austin County APS with Eunice Adejo<\/h1>\n

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In this episode of Hello Austin County, we welcome Eunice Adejo from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) to discuss the vital work of Adult Protective Services (APS) and how the community can help prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of seniors.<\/p>\n

Eunice explains how APS investigates reports of elder abuse, what warning signs to look for, and the steps everyone can take to protect vulnerable adults. She also shares information about Elder Abuse Awareness Month, Financial Exploitation Awareness Month, and the community programs that make a difference, such as the Silver Star Room and Rainbow Room.<\/p>\n

From recognizing manipulation and financial scams to learning how to make an anonymous report safely, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to help protect Austin County\u2019s seniors.<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Host:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Shelley Stuessel-Brian<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Director of Operations, Austin County News Online<\/span>\u00a0& Co-Creator, <\/span>Hello Austin County<\/em><\/h3>\n

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Greg Stuessel<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Publisher, Executive Producer, Technical Director
Austin County News Online & Austin County Media<\/span><\/h3>\n

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\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Guests:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Eunice Adejo, Community Engagement Specialist<\/h2>\n

Texas Adult Protective Services<\/h4>\n

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\ud83c\udfa7 Episode Highlights<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n

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\u23f0 00:00<\/strong> – Meet Eunice Adejo and introduction to APS
\u23f0 01:30 <\/strong>– What Adult Protective Services investigates
\u23f0 04:15<\/strong> – Elder Abuse Awareness Month and why it matters
\u23f0 07:10<\/strong> – Understanding financial exploitation and family misuse
\u23f0 10:00<\/strong> – Recognizing signs of abuse, neglect, and isolation
\u23f0 13:15<\/strong> – How to safely report suspected abuse
\u23f0 16:20<\/strong> – Documentation tips: the \u201cwho, what, when, where, and why\u201d
\u23f0 18:30<\/strong> – The Silver Star Room and Rainbow Room explained
\u23f0 21:00<\/strong> – Final thoughts: staying vigilant and supporting our seniors<\/p>\n

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