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Elder Abuse: For Many Aging Americans, Home is Where the Fraud Is
A nationwide elder abuse analysis has led to a surprising conclusion that could cause older Americans to think twice about trusting their money to those nearest and dearest to them.
1 CommentSigns of Elder Abuse All Caregivers Should Know and Look For
Both local and long-distance caregivers should learn the overt and subtle signs of mistreatment of the elderly and check for them regularly—ideally in person.
2 Comments5 Types of Elder Abuse and How to Prevent Them
In order to prevent and detect elder abuse, it is crucial to understand its different forms, who is at risk and how to best support vulnerable seniors and their family caregivers.
24 Comments5 Steps to Take After Clicking on a Phishing Link
It can be difficult to know what to do if you click on a phishing link. Follow these steps to protect your identity and finances if you believe you have fallen victim to a phishing email or text message.
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Elder Abuse Questions
My sister and her husband kicked my 86-year-old father out of his house after 16 years
3 AnswersKNance72 Answered Mar 28, 2024My aunt and uncle are caring for my elderly grandma and grandpa. What or who should I contact for help?
10 AnswersLlamalover47 Answered Mar 27, 2024Looking for advice on what to do?
8 AnswersDoggieMom86 Answered Mar 27, 2024Is it elderly abuse/abandonment to message client 14 hours before the next shift?
8 Answerslealonnie1 Answered Mar 27, 2024
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Elder Abuse Discussions
My landlord has been kidnapped by a woman who claims to be a relative. She is isolating her and I need help to find out where she is at.
4 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Mar 20, 2024Assisted living facility has forbidden my 89 year old mother from communicating with me or they will kick her out. It's been a year.
14 CommentsMidkid58 Commented Dec 13, 2023Aunt in memory care.
3 Commentslealonnie1 Commented Dec 13, 2023Wondering about taking your elder into your home?
38 Commentsgraciekelli Commented Jul 2023
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Elder Abuse Related Topics
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
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- Burnout
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- Area Agency on Aging
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- Signs of Dementia
- Memory Loss
- Aging in Place
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Severe Dementia
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- Mild Dementia
- Home Modification
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