There is always a risk that an elderly person who is being abused or neglected will not seek help. In those cases, it's important for the surrounding people to recognize that they're in danger and to do what they can to help. To be able to assist, you'll need to know...
Elder abuse doesn't always look how you'd expect. It might not be someone you love getting pushed around or hurt physically. It might not even be financial exploitation, where they're left with little in their bank accounts. Elder abuse can be as simple as...
Evacuating elderly residents from a building in a timely way can mean the difference between life and death. Disasters such as fires, hurricanes, flooding, hazardous materials or fumes and power outages put lives in immediate danger. Florida statutes require an...
There are many studies that look into which types of elder abuse are most common. There are varied reports and different conclusions, but each of these studies does show that it's a valid point to be worried about nursing home and assisted-living abuse. A national...
Elders often face abuse, but it's most often from those they love the most. In a case report on Oct. 3, an elderly woman was discovered in a shallow grave around a mile from where she lived. Her grandson now faces charges related to her death. Deputies in Citrus...
When most people think of elder abuse, they initially think of physical abuse. While this certainly happens in plenty of nursing homes around the country, there is another form of fraud you need to look out for: financial. In Florida, police charged an elderly...
Elder abuse is harmful both physically and psychologically. It often goes unreported, so even though statistics may show improvements, it's vital to be cautious. The elderly sometimes do not understand what's happening due to their mental state, while others don't...
Living in assisted living is different from being in a nursing home. Patients do more to help themselves, requiring less care than a traditional nursing-home patient. Assisted-living patients may need assistance with some chores or daily tasks but be able to take care...
Elder neglect is not only physical but also emotional. As people age, they are likely to become more isolated for a few reasons. The first is that they may lose their spouses or close friends. The second is having to move to a nursing home or assisted-living facility....
Florida residents who have to find nursing home accommodations for a loved one often have numerous concerns about safety. While it can help to take important precautions such as researching the home and keeping a watchful eye out for signs of abuse, it can still...
