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The biggest reasons elder financial abuse goes unreported
By Laker Pioneer on 11/07/2018 “… Elder financial abuse on any scale can easily leave older adults and their families financially and emotionally devastated. We define elder financial abuse as a misappropriation of financial resources or abusive use of financial control in the context of a relationship where there is an expectation of trust, causing harm to…
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Domestic abuse isn’t only by men
By Mail And Guardian on 11/02/2018 “… My friend’s pastor, Reverend Andrew, was the first to speak: “For many years, I was a victim of domestic violence … at the hands of my former wife.”The group reacted in shock and disbelief, but this did not surprise him. He smiled and assured everyone that he was no longer…
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The guardian is guilty: April Parks, others plead guilty in guardianship abuse case
By KTNV on 11/05/2018 “… That led to the arrest of private professional guardian April Parks and three others working for her. With Monday’s plea deal, it’s official — the guardian is guilty of exploiting the vulnerable people they were appointed by the court to protect. …” Read the entire article: https://www.ktnv.com/news/contact-13/april-parks-others-plead-guilty-in-guardianship-exploitation-case
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Ending elder abuse starts with being present
Canton Rep on 11/03/2018 “… An 85-year-old woman has lived alone for nearly five years since her husband died. She has two children who have busy lives and children of their own. …” Read the entire article: https://www.cantonrep.com/news/20181103/ending-elder-abuse-starts-with-being-present
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Abused men ‘afraid to seek help’
By Times Of Malta on 11/04/2018 “… “The stereotype that a man can never be a victim is very strong. Unfortunately, this stereotype is prevalent across society and among people of different backgrounds, including professionals,” Karl Grech has told The Sunday Times of Malta. …” Read the entire article: https://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20181104/local/abused-men-afraid-to-seek-help.693346
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Our View: Seek help immediately when it comes to abuse
Gadsdey Times on 10/28/2018 “… October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we would like to call attention to this to encourage anyone in an abusive relationship — physical, mental or otherwise — to seek help immediately. …” Read the entire article: http://www.gadsdentimes.com/news/20181028/our-view-seek-help-immediately-when-it-comes-to-abuse?fbclid=IwAR10lrA8EFSwG14fNSzayuAYt-GxkkoqT084jnxp29wzEyAhS1E6MCuwI2c
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Brooke Astor’s grandson makes case for ‘Elder Abuse’ postage stamp
By NY Post on 10/19/2018 “… Twelve years after he outed his own father for neglecting and stealing from the multi-millionaire Astor, Philip Marshall has joined with other elder abuse activists and two New York legislators to urge an “Elder Abuse” postage stamp. …” Read the entire article: https://nypost.com/2018/10/19/brooke-astors-grandson-makes-case-for-elder-abuse-postage-stamp/?fbclid=IwAR1McH8D90Blng2Hq7jZkGHRzhdBQnF1mMMH0qSWfXuw6KpYMNIHnnsrsf4
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More Ohioans now legally required to report suspected elder abuse
By Crescent News on 10/17/2018 “… Mandatory reporters now include many more individuals in the financial services, legal and medical professions – for example, pharmacists, dialysis technicians, firefighters, first responders, building inspectors, CPAs, real estate agents, bank employees, financial planners and notary publics. …” Read the entire article: https://www.crescent-news.com/on_the_wire/editors_pick/more-ohioans-now-legally-required-to-report-suspected-elder-abuse/article_6af799e3-2083-5d86-ad6b-1a754c5b5f4e.html
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I’m a man and I have been the victim of domestic violence
By Stuff on 10/18/2018 “… I believe there is a strong link between men’s rights and suicide. Male domestic violence victims have little support and disempowered fathers do not have the same rights as mothers.These issues can cause mental health problems and lead to many male suicides. …” Read the entire article: https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/health/107906708/im-a-man-and-i-have-been-the-victim-of-domestic-violence
