No-contest plea in elder abuse
Article Launched: 04/02/2008 05:49:21 AM PDT
A reputed cross-dressing caregiver who reportedly bilked an elderly Vacaville woman out of thousands of dollars has pleaded no contest in Solano County Superior Court to one felony count of financial elder abuse.
Defendant Penina Tawake, 31, of Vacaville, made his no-contest plea Tuesday morning in the Fairfield courtroom of Superior Court Judge William C. Harrison, who accepted the plea and set 9 a.m. April 29 for judgment and sentencing in the case.
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April 4, 2008
Shortcomings in Care Home Revealed - (Scotland,UK)
Why our elderly deserve so much better than this
02 April 2008
Edinburgh Evening News
By CHARLOTTE BAILEY
Evening News goes undercover at Ashley Court Nursing Home to lift the lid on a litany of failings in hygiene and staffing.
I SPENT a week working five gruelling 13-hour shifts as a care assistant at Ashley Court Nursing Home in Morningside.
The home is regarded within the industry as one of the region's better care homes and specialises in providing extra care for people with dementia. And certainly my investigation did not uncover any abuse of elderly residents or failings which might put them in immediate danger.
But I did witness a series of shortcomings at the home in Craighouse Terrace which paint a stark picture of life in a nursing home and the standard of care which any one of us might expect to experience. And the results have prompted a strong reaction, being described as "most disturbing" by Margo MacDonald MSP, and condemned by the charity Age Concern Scotland as a "threat to the health and wellbeing of residents and staff which cannot be excused".
The investigation found a series of apparent failings at Ashley Court relating to staffing, hygiene and recruitment. These include:
• As few as two staff caring for 22 residents on one floor overnight.
• I was left alone with apparent responsibility for 22 residents on my second shift while other carers took a ten-minute a break.
• Apparent failure to carry out a criminal record check.
• No medical gloves seemed to be available for changing and washing residents for almost two entire shifts.
• Hygiene procedures ignored when dealing with resident with MRSA.
• Residents complaining of boredom and carers of under-staffing.
The Randolph Hill Group, which owns Ashley Court, denied there were any shortcomings in the care it provided while I worked there last month.
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02 April 2008
Edinburgh Evening News
By CHARLOTTE BAILEY
Evening News goes undercover at Ashley Court Nursing Home to lift the lid on a litany of failings in hygiene and staffing.
I SPENT a week working five gruelling 13-hour shifts as a care assistant at Ashley Court Nursing Home in Morningside.
The home is regarded within the industry as one of the region's better care homes and specialises in providing extra care for people with dementia. And certainly my investigation did not uncover any abuse of elderly residents or failings which might put them in immediate danger.
But I did witness a series of shortcomings at the home in Craighouse Terrace which paint a stark picture of life in a nursing home and the standard of care which any one of us might expect to experience. And the results have prompted a strong reaction, being described as "most disturbing" by Margo MacDonald MSP, and condemned by the charity Age Concern Scotland as a "threat to the health and wellbeing of residents and staff which cannot be excused".
The investigation found a series of apparent failings at Ashley Court relating to staffing, hygiene and recruitment. These include:
• As few as two staff caring for 22 residents on one floor overnight.
• I was left alone with apparent responsibility for 22 residents on my second shift while other carers took a ten-minute a break.
• Apparent failure to carry out a criminal record check.
• No medical gloves seemed to be available for changing and washing residents for almost two entire shifts.
• Hygiene procedures ignored when dealing with resident with MRSA.
• Residents complaining of boredom and carers of under-staffing.
The Randolph Hill Group, which owns Ashley Court, denied there were any shortcomings in the care it provided while I worked there last month.
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SOURCE: edinburghnews
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Crime Suspects Hide in British Care Homes
Crime Suspects Hide in British Care Homes
By Cynthia Flores/Asianjournal.com
April 1st, 2008
HUNDREDS of illegal immigrants, including a Filipino murder suspect and other criminals, are hiding in British care homes where they are caring for old and vulnerable people, British media reported recently.
The immigration intelligence report, which was done two years ago but was just recently leaked to the media, stated that many of the illegal workers were using false names and forged identity documents to bypass police criminal records checks. Home Office ministers are turning a blind eye to the distressing information.
The situation was so bad, the report notes, that “there is potential for embarrassment if the immigration service is not seen to be actively addressing this issue”. In some care homes, more than half the employees have entered the country illegally and are now being entrusted with caring for the elderly. The newspapers stressed that one illegal worker was a murder suspect from the Philippines who had used fraudulent references to get a job at a care home in Plymouth. The name and whereabouts of the Filipino suspect were not mentioned.
Liam Byrne, the immigration minister, said controls had been tightened up since the report. “Every visa applicant is now fingerprinted before they reach here, ID cards become compulsory for all foreign nationals from November and £10,000 on-the-spot fines are now in place for any illegal workers.” (AJ)
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Urgent action from the government is required. Other countries must also take actions to ensure that similar thing will not occur. This is extremely disturbing for those who have loved ones in care homes; or, are considering going into care facilities.
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By Cynthia Flores/Asianjournal.com
April 1st, 2008
HUNDREDS of illegal immigrants, including a Filipino murder suspect and other criminals, are hiding in British care homes where they are caring for old and vulnerable people, British media reported recently.
The immigration intelligence report, which was done two years ago but was just recently leaked to the media, stated that many of the illegal workers were using false names and forged identity documents to bypass police criminal records checks. Home Office ministers are turning a blind eye to the distressing information.
The situation was so bad, the report notes, that “there is potential for embarrassment if the immigration service is not seen to be actively addressing this issue”. In some care homes, more than half the employees have entered the country illegally and are now being entrusted with caring for the elderly. The newspapers stressed that one illegal worker was a murder suspect from the Philippines who had used fraudulent references to get a job at a care home in Plymouth. The name and whereabouts of the Filipino suspect were not mentioned.
Liam Byrne, the immigration minister, said controls had been tightened up since the report. “Every visa applicant is now fingerprinted before they reach here, ID cards become compulsory for all foreign nationals from November and £10,000 on-the-spot fines are now in place for any illegal workers.” (AJ)
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Urgent action from the government is required. Other countries must also take actions to ensure that similar thing will not occur. This is extremely disturbing for those who have loved ones in care homes; or, are considering going into care facilities.
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Summit Honors Leaders in Elder Financial Abuse Prevention (USA)
Apr 02, 2008 17:05 ET
San Francisco Summit Honors Leaders in Elder Financial Abuse Prevention
300 Advocates Gather to Share Best Practices
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - April 2, 2008) - A geriatric physician, a lawyer, a retired L.A. police detective and a banker received awards last Thursday for their work in combating financial crimes against the elderly.
Dr. Laura Mosqueda of UC Irvine, Prescott Cole, senior attorney for California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, Chayo Reyes, retired LAPD detective, and Roberta Wong of Bank of the West were honored by San Francisco-based nonprofit Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN) for their work in fighting the growing crime of elder financial abuse.
Theft and scams against the elderly are on the increase because seniors are an increasingly bigger share of the population. The elderly are also prime targets for predators "because they have lived a lifetime of productive work," Harris said. "They have acquired assets -- property, cash and jewelry. They are at a stage in life when they may be experiencing the onset of dementia. They may be vulnerable because they must rely on others for their physical care."
The perpetrator may be a family member, caregiver, trusted financial advisor, telephone scam artist or unscrupulous insurance agent, such as the one who sold a $650,000 annuity to a 93-year-old man with dementia. Reporting and prosecution are hindered by harsh reality.
"The elders don't report," said Harris. "They don't want you to think they can't take care of themselves. They want to be treated with dignity."
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San Francisco Summit Honors Leaders in Elder Financial Abuse Prevention
300 Advocates Gather to Share Best Practices
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - April 2, 2008) - A geriatric physician, a lawyer, a retired L.A. police detective and a banker received awards last Thursday for their work in combating financial crimes against the elderly.
Dr. Laura Mosqueda of UC Irvine, Prescott Cole, senior attorney for California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, Chayo Reyes, retired LAPD detective, and Roberta Wong of Bank of the West were honored by San Francisco-based nonprofit Elder Financial Protection Network (EFPN) for their work in fighting the growing crime of elder financial abuse.
Theft and scams against the elderly are on the increase because seniors are an increasingly bigger share of the population. The elderly are also prime targets for predators "because they have lived a lifetime of productive work," Harris said. "They have acquired assets -- property, cash and jewelry. They are at a stage in life when they may be experiencing the onset of dementia. They may be vulnerable because they must rely on others for their physical care."
The perpetrator may be a family member, caregiver, trusted financial advisor, telephone scam artist or unscrupulous insurance agent, such as the one who sold a $650,000 annuity to a 93-year-old man with dementia. Reporting and prosecution are hindered by harsh reality.
"The elders don't report," said Harris. "They don't want you to think they can't take care of themselves. They want to be treated with dignity."
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SOURCE: marketwire
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April 3, 2008
Free Lessons for Senior Citizens: Protection Against Crimes (USA)
Tequesta police to teach senior citizens to protect themselves from crime
BY KIT BRADSHAW
kit.bradshaw@scripps.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Vince and Patricia Amy of Tequesta agree that the upcoming Senior Academy, hosted by the Tequesta Police Department is a good idea.
"You think you know how to protect yourself, but you really don't know the ins and outs until someone like a police officer talks with you," said Vince Amy. "We're older and I think more vulnerable. And this area isn't like it used to be, so you have to be more aware of what is going on."
His wife said she thinks the series of classes is a great idea for senior citizens.
The Senior Academy is available from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays from April 7 through May 5.
What: Tequesta Police Department Senior Academy
When: Every Monday, April 7 through May 5 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: First Baptist Church of Tequesta, 423 Tequesta Drive
Fee: Free but pre-registration required.
Registration: Call Officer Bob Worcester at (561) 575-6210 or (561) 262-3775
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BY KIT BRADSHAW
kit.bradshaw@scripps.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Vince and Patricia Amy of Tequesta agree that the upcoming Senior Academy, hosted by the Tequesta Police Department is a good idea.
"You think you know how to protect yourself, but you really don't know the ins and outs until someone like a police officer talks with you," said Vince Amy. "We're older and I think more vulnerable. And this area isn't like it used to be, so you have to be more aware of what is going on."
His wife said she thinks the series of classes is a great idea for senior citizens.
The Senior Academy is available from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays from April 7 through May 5.
What: Tequesta Police Department Senior Academy
When: Every Monday, April 7 through May 5 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Where: First Baptist Church of Tequesta, 423 Tequesta Drive
Fee: Free but pre-registration required.
Registration: Call Officer Bob Worcester at (561) 575-6210 or (561) 262-3775
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Anti-Elderly Abuse Ordinance: Proposed (Quezon City,Phillipines)
Monday, March 17 2008
A proposed ordinance that would safeguard elderly residents of Quezon City of their rights against all sorts of abuses is expected to have a smooth sailing at the Quezon City Council.The measure, which shall be known as the Quezon City Anti-Elderly Abuse Ordinance" was authored by Councilor Jesus Suntay.
The ordinance seeks to provide the elderly residents of sustained protection program against injustice, domestic violence, social assault, neglect and abandonment.In his proposal, Suntay also seeks the establishment of a Board to ensure that these senior citizens are protected to the fullest extent of the law and benefited under the Expanded Privileges and benefits for senior citizens.
Once approved, violators of the ordinance shall be meted a fine of P1,000 for the first offense; P3,000 for the second offense, and P5,000 for the third and subsequent offense.
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A proposed ordinance that would safeguard elderly residents of Quezon City of their rights against all sorts of abuses is expected to have a smooth sailing at the Quezon City Council.The measure, which shall be known as the Quezon City Anti-Elderly Abuse Ordinance" was authored by Councilor Jesus Suntay.
The ordinance seeks to provide the elderly residents of sustained protection program against injustice, domestic violence, social assault, neglect and abandonment.In his proposal, Suntay also seeks the establishment of a Board to ensure that these senior citizens are protected to the fullest extent of the law and benefited under the Expanded Privileges and benefits for senior citizens.
Once approved, violators of the ordinance shall be meted a fine of P1,000 for the first offense; P3,000 for the second offense, and P5,000 for the third and subsequent offense.
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Scouts Project: Hotline and Elder Abuse Awareness (USA)
Signs Of Hope
Manchester Teen Makes Billboards To Help Abused Seniors
By Kim Fink
Like most Boy Scouts, Cory White recognizes the importance of reaching out to community members who are in need of help. That's why, in an effort to make Eagle Scout, the Manchester teen has committed to a year-long project in hopes to stop elder abuse in Ocean County.
White has spent the last 12 months constructing and posting signs throughout Manchester, displaying a hotline number for anyone who is suffering from, or knows a victim of, elder abuse.
Members of the Zonta Club of Ocean County arranged for a meeting with White at the location of his largest billboard on Colonial Drive in Manchester, to honor him with a certificate and thank him for all his hard work.
White, with the help of fellow Boy Scouts and friends, built three billboards advertising a hotline number for elder abuse assistance. He then spent months filing for permits and selecting locations. His goal was to place them in high traffic areas throughout the township in order to reach as many people as possible.
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Congratulations to Cory White. Not many young people care about issues of the elderly. Keep up the good work.
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Manchester Teen Makes Billboards To Help Abused Seniors
By Kim Fink
Like most Boy Scouts, Cory White recognizes the importance of reaching out to community members who are in need of help. That's why, in an effort to make Eagle Scout, the Manchester teen has committed to a year-long project in hopes to stop elder abuse in Ocean County.
White has spent the last 12 months constructing and posting signs throughout Manchester, displaying a hotline number for anyone who is suffering from, or knows a victim of, elder abuse.
Members of the Zonta Club of Ocean County arranged for a meeting with White at the location of his largest billboard on Colonial Drive in Manchester, to honor him with a certificate and thank him for all his hard work.
White, with the help of fellow Boy Scouts and friends, built three billboards advertising a hotline number for elder abuse assistance. He then spent months filing for permits and selecting locations. His goal was to place them in high traffic areas throughout the township in order to reach as many people as possible.
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SOURCE: manchestertimes
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Congratulations to Cory White. Not many young people care about issues of the elderly. Keep up the good work.
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April 1, 2008
What Have We Done About 'Granny Dumping'?
Old, Ailing and Finally a Burden Abandoned
By TIMOTHY EGAN,
Published: March 26, 1992
Clutching a teddy bear as he stared out from a hospital bed near the dog racing track where he was abandoned, 82-year-old John Kingery looked lost and helpless. But the face, that of an elderly person who does not even know his name and was left on society's doorstep, could become a face of the future.
Today, still holding the same teddy bear, he was flown back to Oregon.
In the next 30 years, the number of Americans over the age of 85 is expected to grow five-fold, to a population of 15 million. At the same time the number of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple from 4 million today to 12 million by the year 2020.
Increasingly, families pinched by the rising medical costs of aging parents and the strain of raising their own children are taking the radical step of abandoning the elderly, experts on aging say. 'Somewhat of a Trend'
"Granny dumping, as it's called, was unheard of 15 years ago but now the anecdotal evidence tells us it has become somewhat of a trend," said John Meyers, a spokesman for the American Association of Retired Persons, which has 33 million members. "Not a day goes by when a hospital emergency room somewhere in America doesn't have a case where some elderly person has been abandoned, usually by the children."
"The fact that children abandon their parents, as horrible as it is, is indicative of the terrible balancing act that care-givers are stuck with," said Mr. Meyers, of the association.
Federal officials estimate that as many as one in five families are caring for an aging parent. A 1989 survey by the association found that 14 percent of the people providing such care had left their full-time jobs in order to care for aging parents.
The aging of the population, together with limits on health care, offer a stark preview of what may lie ahead for millions of Americans.
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The above article was published in 1992. So what has been done to stop 'Granny Dumping'. It seems that this is happening in other countries too. Government assistance for adult children who are carers for their elderly parents is a good move.
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By TIMOTHY EGAN,
Published: March 26, 1992
Clutching a teddy bear as he stared out from a hospital bed near the dog racing track where he was abandoned, 82-year-old John Kingery looked lost and helpless. But the face, that of an elderly person who does not even know his name and was left on society's doorstep, could become a face of the future.
Today, still holding the same teddy bear, he was flown back to Oregon.
In the next 30 years, the number of Americans over the age of 85 is expected to grow five-fold, to a population of 15 million. At the same time the number of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple from 4 million today to 12 million by the year 2020.
Increasingly, families pinched by the rising medical costs of aging parents and the strain of raising their own children are taking the radical step of abandoning the elderly, experts on aging say. 'Somewhat of a Trend'
"Granny dumping, as it's called, was unheard of 15 years ago but now the anecdotal evidence tells us it has become somewhat of a trend," said John Meyers, a spokesman for the American Association of Retired Persons, which has 33 million members. "Not a day goes by when a hospital emergency room somewhere in America doesn't have a case where some elderly person has been abandoned, usually by the children."
"The fact that children abandon their parents, as horrible as it is, is indicative of the terrible balancing act that care-givers are stuck with," said Mr. Meyers, of the association.
Federal officials estimate that as many as one in five families are caring for an aging parent. A 1989 survey by the association found that 14 percent of the people providing such care had left their full-time jobs in order to care for aging parents.
The aging of the population, together with limits on health care, offer a stark preview of what may lie ahead for millions of Americans.
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SOURCE: nytimes
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The above article was published in 1992. So what has been done to stop 'Granny Dumping'. It seems that this is happening in other countries too. Government assistance for adult children who are carers for their elderly parents is a good move.
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Campaign to Stop Ageism - (UK)
Unfair on older people
Mar 31 2008
by Andrew Flynn, Huddersfield Daily Examiner
WE live in an age when discrimination on the grounds of race, gender and sexual orientation is outlawed.
There is no question this is absolutely right. What is absolutely wrong is that outside the workplace, discrimination based on age is still legal in the UK. Within the letter of the law, older people can be denied access to the marketplace, insurance and banking facilities - even medical treatment - because they are deemed ‘too old’.
The Government can fix this by introducing legislation in the forthcoming Equality Bill, but it seems to show little interest in age discrimination. This is incredibly short-sighted given the power of the ‘grey vote’ and the number of older people battling ageism on a daily basis.
I would urge people of all ages to support the Help the Aged Just Equal Treatment campaign by calling 020 7239 1982 or visiting http:www.helptheaged.org.uk/ campaigns and writing to Harriet Harman, Minister for Equalities, demanding legislation against age discrimination. We must all, including the Government, act to protect the rights of people as they age, for all our futures.
Sylvia Syms
Actress, on behalf of Help the Aged
SOURCE: theexaminerUK
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Mar 31 2008
by Andrew Flynn, Huddersfield Daily Examiner
WE live in an age when discrimination on the grounds of race, gender and sexual orientation is outlawed.
There is no question this is absolutely right. What is absolutely wrong is that outside the workplace, discrimination based on age is still legal in the UK. Within the letter of the law, older people can be denied access to the marketplace, insurance and banking facilities - even medical treatment - because they are deemed ‘too old’.
The Government can fix this by introducing legislation in the forthcoming Equality Bill, but it seems to show little interest in age discrimination. This is incredibly short-sighted given the power of the ‘grey vote’ and the number of older people battling ageism on a daily basis.
I would urge people of all ages to support the Help the Aged Just Equal Treatment campaign by calling 020 7239 1982 or visiting http:www.helptheaged.org.uk/ campaigns and writing to Harriet Harman, Minister for Equalities, demanding legislation against age discrimination. We must all, including the Government, act to protect the rights of people as they age, for all our futures.
Sylvia Syms
Actress, on behalf of Help the Aged
SOURCE: theexaminerUK
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Elder Abuse: Radio Campaign to Raise Awareness (Edmonton,Canada)
Radio ads target abuse of seniors in care
By Jamie Hall
edmontonjournal.com
Published: yesterday 4:06 pm
EDMONTON - An advocacy group for seniors is starting a radio campaign today to raise awareness about the abuse of elderly people in institutions.
Ruth Adria, president of the Elder Advocates of Alberta, said Alberta does not have enough legislated protection for such people.
"You see people in court for harming cats and dogs, but not for harming seniors," said Adria. "We need a parallel act."
Adria has spent 20 years now "complaining to everyone" about elder abuse; to committees, agencies, associations, the government, even the police. Now she's taking her fight to the airwaves.
Beginning today, the society will run a series of 30-second radio commercials focusing on the "horrific" problem of abuse of elders in care.
Adria believes the vulnerability of many seniors in care makes them an easy target. "I think the biggest issue is that elder care is big business and the elderly are the commodity," said Adria.
She still remembers being nearly overpowered by the pervasive odour of disinfectant when she entered the room of a man in a long-term care facility several years ago.
On his lower back was a long dressing covering a bedsore so deep "that you could see inside the body cavity." The man had severe blood poisoning and was near death.
"We complained to the police and the officer was very sympathetic," said Adria. "He said, 'If this was an animal, we could do something about it.' "
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SOURCE: Edmontonjournal
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Congratulations to those involved in this new initiative to raise awareness of Elder Abuse.
'If this was an animal, we could do something.....' - this reminded me of a case where nobody could do anything to help the elder abuse victim. Existing laws just do not cover situations of elder abuse by family members. It would have been easier for us to get help for an abused animal, than to get help for that victim. There you have it!
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By Jamie Hall
edmontonjournal.com
Published: yesterday 4:06 pm
EDMONTON - An advocacy group for seniors is starting a radio campaign today to raise awareness about the abuse of elderly people in institutions.
Ruth Adria, president of the Elder Advocates of Alberta, said Alberta does not have enough legislated protection for such people.
"You see people in court for harming cats and dogs, but not for harming seniors," said Adria. "We need a parallel act."
Adria has spent 20 years now "complaining to everyone" about elder abuse; to committees, agencies, associations, the government, even the police. Now she's taking her fight to the airwaves.
Beginning today, the society will run a series of 30-second radio commercials focusing on the "horrific" problem of abuse of elders in care.
Adria believes the vulnerability of many seniors in care makes them an easy target. "I think the biggest issue is that elder care is big business and the elderly are the commodity," said Adria.
She still remembers being nearly overpowered by the pervasive odour of disinfectant when she entered the room of a man in a long-term care facility several years ago.
On his lower back was a long dressing covering a bedsore so deep "that you could see inside the body cavity." The man had severe blood poisoning and was near death.
"We complained to the police and the officer was very sympathetic," said Adria. "He said, 'If this was an animal, we could do something about it.' "
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SOURCE: Edmontonjournal
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Congratulations to those involved in this new initiative to raise awareness of Elder Abuse.
'If this was an animal, we could do something.....' - this reminded me of a case where nobody could do anything to help the elder abuse victim. Existing laws just do not cover situations of elder abuse by family members. It would have been easier for us to get help for an abused animal, than to get help for that victim. There you have it!
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