Posts Tagged ‘Elder’

5 Questions If You Suspect Elderly Abuse

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

If you suspect that an elderly family member is being abused financially, there are five questions you are able to ask (posted by the popular consumer website Consumerist) that may be able to give you a better feel for their situation.

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The Warning Signs of Elder Neglect

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
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Image by Borya via Flickr

Watching out for a senior friend or family member is something we can all do, and while a lot is said about what to do in the case of elder neglect not as much is said about the symptoms.  While one may be worried about reporting a problem and being wrong, at times it is better to be safe and wrong, than right and have done nothing.

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Many Elderly Abused By Family Members

Sunday, July 4th, 2010
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Reports are showing that the elderly are becoming more at risk of financial abuse than ever before. Often the abuser is someone close to them that they would normally trust. Most elderly are being abused by a close family member, and the overall reports of the amount of people being financially abused are shocking.

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