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Sadly, with the advancements of modern medicine and an ever-increasing life-span, elder abuse is becoming widely recognized as an important social issue. Research into this begun to grow as programs from law-enforcement and social service agencies emerge. There are differing types of elder abuse, and their psychological implications and assessments are taken into consideration. Physical …

Elder abuse is probably among the most despicable of crimes. Yet, it is also probably one of the most unreported crimes occurring today in our nation. This is according to those who work with our nation’s seniors. It’s a growing problem nationwide, even in places like South Dakota. It’s a problem that needs to be …

When people place their loved ones into the care of nursing homes and other similar facilities, they trust that their needs will be met. However, there are times when it can be believed that those needs are not met. Unfortunately, this kind of negligence can lead to lawsuits against the care facility. A Stanford, Kentucky …

When it comes to the care of the senior or elder members of families, often people turn to residential facilities to provide the care they cannot. When they turn to such places, they expect their loved one to be cared for in the same manner as though they were at home. When this fails to …

Elder abuse includes physical, emotional and mental abuse, as well as neglect. There is another form of elder abuse called financial elder abuse, that might be harder to spot or recognize. Financial elder abuse can result in charges of theft if caught. A New Jersey politician has been sentenced to four years in state prison. …

All too often, we hear stories of seniors and elder generations being the victims of abuse and neglect at nursing homes. These stories are tragic and saddening, especially since they are supposed to be in a place where they will be cared for and treated well. Sometimes, families and the seniors themselves must take action …

When it comes to the care of our elder loved ones, we always want to make sure that they are safe. Whether they are on their own, living with loved ones, or in a care facility, our first most thought is their care. Unfortunately, there are things we cannot control that occur within care facilities. …

There comes a time in people’s lives when they may have to consider placing a loved one into an elder care facility. When this time comes, it is important to research facilities and take into mind the needs of your loved one. This will help make sure that they receive the care they need. Before …

A case involving the suspected abuse of an elderly woman by her caregiver is highlighting a loophole in New Jersey law. After a string of thefts committed by other home health aides, the family of Maria Bologna set up a hidden nanny cam in the elderly woman’s bedroom. The family had hired then-unlicensed home health …

An Orlando, Florida physician began working with other officials in law enforcement, a prosecutor’s office, and social workers in an effort to understand elder abuse. This came after seeing many elder patients in his job as an emergency room physician come in with injuries consistent with abuse. The patients, and their caregivers, often said the …