Self neglect is a very real issue for some elderly folk. It comes in a variety of forms and can be difficult to identify at times. But this doesn’t mean that it isn’t a very serious issue. Unfortunately, because of the nature of this, it … [Read more...]
Elder Abuse and How You Can Take Steps to Avoid it
According to one estimate, the financial abuse of senior citizens accounted for $36.5 billion over the last calendar year. This is an extraordinary number in itself, but when you take a step back and realize that these are some of the most … [Read more...]
What is Self Neglect?
June is elder awareness month. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was recognized on June 15th, but the entire month should be used to recognize this important topic. Unfortunately, elder abuse is far more widespread than it should be. This … [Read more...]
Big Steps Forward for Care in Minnesota
Neglect has long been a problem in the senior care industry. Some states have been incredibly diligent about this type of abuse, putting very strict procedures in place and cracking down hard on it when it happens. But even with these … [Read more...]
Growing Elder Abuse Numbers
Portions of the U.S. are beginning to see a steep incline in reported cases of elder abuse. As the nation starts to open up, a lot of things that were occurring during the quarantine are just coming to light. The sad truth is that abuse, … [Read more...]
Why You Need a Trusted Caregiver
Going through a rigorous process to become a caregiver is important. It’s this process that ensures that all caregivers have the correct training to do their jobs correctly, but it serves another purpose, too. When it is hard to become a … [Read more...]
Knowing the Types of Elder Abuse
Elder abuse can be broken down into several categories. These include physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect, emotional abuse, exploitation, abandonment, and self-neglect. Some of these are very self explanatory, while others can be much … [Read more...]