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October 28, 2009

Elder Abuse: News Brief



News Brief
A 60-year-old Ottawa County woman spent four months behind bars for abusing her elderly father.
Nearly five million cases of elder abuse occur each year, but 85% go unreported.
The typical victim of elder abuse is a woman over 75 who lives alone.
Some 14,000 allegations of abuse, neglect or gross negligence are reported in nursing homes.
Close to 50% of those with dementia experience some form of abuse.
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SOURCE:   Jewish Women International
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