Elder abuse has become deplorably common across the United States. Unfortunately, only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse get reported, according to the National Council on Aging. The scope of the problem is vast: Approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60 and older have experienced some form of elder abuse. If you or a …
By the time our parents and grandparents are ready to retire, they have earned the right to live in a comfortable, safe place to enjoy their Golden Years. Although people aged 60 and older are healthier and more active than ever before, it is often the case that aging family members require ongoing medical care, …
Nursing homes should provide our loved ones with safe and reliable care. Unfortunately, many of these facilities are poorly managed or understaffed, and this can have dire consequences for residents. Although each case of nursing home neglect or abuse is unique, there are common signs that indicate mistreatment. If your relative experienced abuse in a …
