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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
What are my rights as a caregiver for my elderly husband after being reported to DSS?
5 AnswersGeaton777 Answered 10 hours agoI need help someone called APS on me and they came to my home under false pretenses.
8 AnswersDowagerqueen7 Replied Feb 18, 2026My older sister has DPOA over my 96-year-old mom; she has brainwashed her against me.
8 AnswersMG8522 Answered Feb 12, 2026Human touch vs perceived inappropriate touch, a non family members companion caregivers dilemma.
19 AnswersPeggySue2020 Replied Feb 10, 2026
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Atria San Mateo worker sentenced in poisoning of three seniors, two fatally
5 CommentsAlvaDeer Commented Jan 5, 2026My siblings won't allow me to visit my mom anymore. I used to go 2-3 times weekly. Mom has memory issues. Sisters accusing me of abuse.
5 CommentsJada824 Commented Oct 6, 2025Dehumanization: Abuse or Neglect. How can loved ones insure against neglect?
9 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented Jun 9, 2025Nursing home no trespass.
3 CommentsGrandma1954 Commented Apr 29, 2025
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Elder Abuse Related Topics
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Care Decisions
- Burnout
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Dementia Behaviors
- Cognitive Decline
- Caregiving
- Violent Behavior
- Area Agency on Aging
- Cancer
- Memory Loss
- Signs of Dementia
- Aging in Place
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Severe Dementia
- Dementia Wandering
- Mild Dementia
- Home Modification
- Adult Day Care



