November 17, 2009
Submitted by State Sen. Tupac Hunter
Through their work, active community involvement, and the role they play in raising their families, our senior citizens serve a vital purpose in our communities. They paved the way for you and I, and we now follow in their footsteps raising our own families and working on our own careers.We owe Michigan’s senior citizens our gratitude and our help to ensure their golden years are safe, productive and happy.
It is our job to make certain our seniors are treated with respect and care, and that they are both physically and financially safe. To do this I have introduced Senate Bill 907, which would impose tougher penalties for crimes committed against the elderly.
Sadly, there are an estimated 73,000 victims of elder abuse in Michigan. Abuse can include anything from physical abuse to financial exploitation, and can happen at the hands of those entrusted with their care: health care workers, guardians, and even family members.
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SOURCE: PressAndGuide.Com
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