Nobody wants to face the possibility that their loved one is being abused. The truth is, if you ignore the situation then there are increased chances that your loved one could suffer severe or fatal injuries. If you find evidence of abuse then you need to report the care facility that your loved one is [...]
If you have an elderly loved one living in an elder care facility then you might be concerned about your loved one being a victim of abuse. While most nursing homes and elder care facilities are reputable institutions, there is an increasing belief that elder abuse could be coming from other residents. Types of Abuse [...]
Knowing the signs and who to call are good ways to deal with elder abuse. Prevention before it occurs is a much better way of dealing with elder abuse. Here are some ideas to reduce the risk of abuse for you or your elderly loved one. Education is Prevention Being educated and aware of all [...]
If you suspect that an elderly loved one is being abused you need to report it. Here are some things to have prepared to give the agency that you report it to and what to expect when reporting elder abuse. Making the Call Whether you are reporting to law enforcement, an ombudsman or Adult Protective [...]
Keeping a close eye on elderly loved ones that live at home or are in a care facility can help to detect early signs of abuse. While nobody wants to think that people would abuse or take advantage of the more vulnerable of us, the truth is it happens. Here are the things to look [...]
Elder abuse is a horrible thing for both a person and their family to go through. If you suspect that an elderly loved one might be the victim of abuse, who can you turn to for help? There are several agencies that are available for you to turn to and report elder abuse. Adult Protective [...]