Category Archives: Elder Abuse
Spotting Signs Of Elder Abuse In Alabama
Elder abuse is one of the most insidious forms of mistreatment, and can take many different forms. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) reports that during the COVID-19 pandemic, roughly 1 of every 5 elders reported some kind of abuse, and it is estimated that only 1 in 24 cases are reported. If you… Read More »
Financial Exploitation Of The Elderly In Alabama
Statistics from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) estimate that the financial exploitation of the elderly results in around $28 billion in losses per year. This is a particularly insidious form of elder abuse or nursing home abuse, and while it may not leave physical scars, it can destroy a loved one’s last years… Read More »
What Is Elder Fraud?
While no one wants to contemplate the phenomenon much, it is sadly true that people over the age of 65 are at high risk of abuse and exploitation. One particularly insidious form of elder abuse is referred to as elder fraud or elder financial exploitation, where a person either uses deception, force, or the… Read More »
Confinement and Isolation as Forms of Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes
Nursing homes are supposed to provide good care to their residents. Unfortunately, not all nursing homes provide a safe and supportive environment to the elderly. Complaints of confinement, isolation, and other forms of elder abuse are not unheard of in nursing homes. Any form of elder abuse can have adverse effects on your loved… Read More »
Elder Abuse Liability And Nursing Home Falls
Falls occur much too often in nursing homes and frequently result in serious and sometimes deadly injuries to nursing home residents. Indeed, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), three million older adults require treatment in emergency departments every year for injuries from falls, and about 34,000 seniors suffer fatal… Read More »
Elder Abuse And Hospice Fraud: What You Should Know
Elder abuse in Birmingham can take many different forms at nursing homes and assisted-living facilities, from intentional physical or psychological abuse to passive neglect that results in injuries like bed sores or broken bones due to slips and falls. While we do not often think about hospice fraud as a form of elder abuse,… Read More »
How To Recognize Signs Of Elder Abuse
When you have an elderly parent or relative, it is important to remain attentive and protect against vulnerabilities to many different types of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. It is critical for family members and friends to be aware of risks so that they can stay vigilant for signs of abuse, whether it occurs… Read More »
