70% Elder Abuse Complaints in Last 3 Years Were Against Family Members: Helpline Data

70% elder abuse complaints in last 3 years were against family members: helpline data

Elder abuse data reveals family members as primary perpetrators, highlighting the urgent need for elder-sensitive support systems.

Officials hope people will “stop and think" about elder abuse

Age Friendly Thunder Bay held a flag raising ceremony at city hall to raise awareness of elder abuse.

How Abuse Lawyers Help Protect Elderly Rights

Elder abuse is a significant concern in Kennesaw and across Georgia. Nationally, approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and older experience some form of elder abuse each year, yet only 1 in 24 cases are reported to authorities. In Georgia, the Adult Protective Services (APS) is responsible for investigating reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults. Elder abuse lawyers play a crucial role in safeguarding seniors’ rights, offe…

EDITORIAL COMMENT | Shame of elder abuse!

The revelation that some adult children are abusing their elders is cause for concern. Elder abuse, according to Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection Sashi Kiran, comes in many forms. Marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Rakiraki this week, Ms Kiran said many of these abuses were, unfortunately, committed by adult children. Elder abuse, she said, came in many forms, including financial, emotional, psychological, physical, sex…