Man found insane at time of attack to receive treatment
by Elizabeth Larson
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
LAKEPORT – On Monday a Lucerne man who was found insane when he attempted to kill his grandmother nearly three years ago received an eight-year sentence.
Jason Kaluna Fugit, 36, will go to the Napa State Hospital where he will receive treatment for his mental illness, said his defense attorney, Stephen Carter of the law offices of Carter and Carter.
Fugit, who worked as an equipment operator, was charged in 2005 with attempted murder, kidnapping and robbery for the attack on his 78-year-old grandmother at her Lucerne home, said Carter.
According to Carter, Fugit tried to kill his grandmother because he thought she was involved in treasonous acts along with the government, which he believed was persecuting him.
Deputy District Attorney Rachel Abelson, who prosecuted the case, argued for the upper term of 11 years, disagreeing with a proposal for a lesser term put forward by Lake County Probation, said District Attorney Jon Hopkins.
“We agreed that he was insane,” Hopkins said.
Arguing before Judge Arthur Mann on Monday, Carter made the case that the law recognizes that the early plea and the mental illness were mitigating factors that should reduce the sentence. He also argued for some of the sentence to run concurrently.
Mann sentenced Fugit to eight years. Because of his mental health issues, Fugit is being sent to Napa State Hospital, where his family can visit him. Because there is usually a waiting list for the Napa hospital, Carter said Fugit will remain at the Lake County Jail until there is an opening.
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SOURCE: LakecoNews
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May 22, 2008
Senator Hatch Urges Passage of Elder Justice Act (USA)
Hatch Urges Passage of Elder Justice Act
May 21, 2008
by Lara Jones
(KCPW News) More than 76 million baby boomers will move into their golden years over the next three decades. Speaking from the Senate floor yesterday, Orrin Hatch asked his colleagues to protect seniors from financial scams and physical abuse by passing his Elder Justice Act before the 110th Congress adjourns later this year:
"The purpose of our legislation is to make changes in the law so we have more precise numbers on how many seniors are being exploited financially, being neglected or being physically or mentally abused," Hatch said. "
In Utah alone, my home state, the money that people have lost due to these types of scams has quadrupled over the last three years. And while many of these operations have addresses in the U.S., they typically originate overseas."
Approximately 44 million Americans are age 60 and above. The Elder Justice Act would assist the federal government in collecting data on the number of seniors being abused. Hatch's bill has 28 co-sponsors in the Senate, while a House version sponsored by Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) has 113 co-sponsors.
SOURCE: KCPW
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May 21, 2008
by Lara Jones
(KCPW News) More than 76 million baby boomers will move into their golden years over the next three decades. Speaking from the Senate floor yesterday, Orrin Hatch asked his colleagues to protect seniors from financial scams and physical abuse by passing his Elder Justice Act before the 110th Congress adjourns later this year:
"The purpose of our legislation is to make changes in the law so we have more precise numbers on how many seniors are being exploited financially, being neglected or being physically or mentally abused," Hatch said. "
In Utah alone, my home state, the money that people have lost due to these types of scams has quadrupled over the last three years. And while many of these operations have addresses in the U.S., they typically originate overseas."
Approximately 44 million Americans are age 60 and above. The Elder Justice Act would assist the federal government in collecting data on the number of seniors being abused. Hatch's bill has 28 co-sponsors in the Senate, while a House version sponsored by Rahm Emanuel (D-IL) has 113 co-sponsors.
SOURCE: KCPW
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May 21, 2008
Human Rights Commission to Address Elder Abuse (Palm Springs)
The Palm Springs Human Rights Commission is hosting a forum titled, ?The Good News About Elder Abuse in Riverside County.? The forum will be held at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 22, in the City Council Chamber.
While typically elder abuse and good news are not used in the same sentence, the forum is designed to share the "good news" about how organizations are working together to create a safety net for seniors and dependent adults, and to support the investigation and prosecution of elder abuse in Riverside County.
The forum will feature three speakers:
Mark Sellers, Regional Manager for Riverside County Adult Protective Services. He will provide an overview of adult services programs, abuse recognition and reporting.
Detective Merrit Chassie with the Palm Springs Police Department. She will discuss investigation of elder abuse, current criminal trends and how to report elder abuse to police.
Kristen Seebart, Deputy District Attorney with the Office of the District Attorney?s Elder Abuse Unit. She will discuss prosecution trends and statistics, working with the Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Team and the future of Elder Abuse Collaboration.
For those unable to attend the May 22 forum, it will be broadcast on Palm Springs Community Television, Channel 17.
The mission of the Human Rights Commission is to promote and protect the diversity of the community and to improve human relations through education and community awareness. The Commission holds its business meetings at 3 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in the Large Conference Room at Palm Springs City Hall. More information about the upcoming forum or the Human Rights Commission is available by calling 760.323.8255 .
SOURCE: MyDesert
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While typically elder abuse and good news are not used in the same sentence, the forum is designed to share the "good news" about how organizations are working together to create a safety net for seniors and dependent adults, and to support the investigation and prosecution of elder abuse in Riverside County.
The forum will feature three speakers:
Mark Sellers, Regional Manager for Riverside County Adult Protective Services. He will provide an overview of adult services programs, abuse recognition and reporting.
Detective Merrit Chassie with the Palm Springs Police Department. She will discuss investigation of elder abuse, current criminal trends and how to report elder abuse to police.
Kristen Seebart, Deputy District Attorney with the Office of the District Attorney?s Elder Abuse Unit. She will discuss prosecution trends and statistics, working with the Curtailing Abuse Related to the Elderly (C.A.R.E.) Team and the future of Elder Abuse Collaboration.
For those unable to attend the May 22 forum, it will be broadcast on Palm Springs Community Television, Channel 17.
The mission of the Human Rights Commission is to promote and protect the diversity of the community and to improve human relations through education and community awareness. The Commission holds its business meetings at 3 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in the Large Conference Room at Palm Springs City Hall. More information about the upcoming forum or the Human Rights Commission is available by calling 760.323.8255 .
SOURCE: MyDesert
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Financial Elder Abuse: Stopping Scammers
SENIORS: Stopping scams
For often-targeted seniors, detecting a con artist starts with going back to school
By MARY BETH SCHWEIGERT / New Era Staff
Joyce O'Brien can't save your life.
But she can save your life savings.
First you have to go back to school.
O'Brien, a community liaison in state Attorney General Tom Corbett's new Elder Abuse Unit, leads free seminars packed with tips to avoid the most common scams targeting seniors.
The program, called Senior Crime Prevention University, addresses an age-old adage.
"If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is," O'Brien says.
" ... We've got victims who've lost their entire life savings."
Pennsylvania is fertile ground for scam artists. Fifteen percent of the population is over age 65 — the third-highest in the nation.
"Actually, everyone is targeted," O'Brien says. "But it seems like more seniors fall victim to scams."
Here are some of the Attorney General's best tips for stopping scammers.
• Beware of someone who comes unsolicited to your door and offers to fix a problem.
• Look for a company name on the person's shirt or truck. It's a sign of legitimacy. And who wouldn't want free advertising?
• Ask for the person's full name, phone number and address. Be suspicious of someone who offers only a P.O. Box.
• Beware of a contractor who offers a discount for using "leftover materials," or because you're a senior citizen.
• Get at least three estimates for any work to be done.
• Check out a company with the Better Business Bureau or the Attorney General's Office. Ask for and contact references.
• Get a signed contract with an exact price, scope of the work, a start and end date, and the company's name, address and phone number.
• Have a trusted person review any agreement before you sign it.
• Pennsylvania's "cooling off rule" gives you three days to change your mind about goods or services sold to you in your home.
• Beware of "Mr. Nice Guy." Someone who appears over-the-top friendly may have shady motives.
• Don't let anyone talk you into buying something you don't want. If someone makes you uncomfortable or keeps talking after you say no, close the door or hang up.
• The Do Not Call list is your first line of defense against telemarketers. Make sure you're on it.
• If you are on the list and a telemarketer calls you, report them to the Attorney General's Office. If the company is fined, you'll get $100.
• Don't give your credit card, bank account or Social Security number to people you don't know.
• Remember, you have to enter a contest to win.
• If you've won a legitimate prize, it won't cost you anything to claim it.
• Be especially wary of someone who's in a hurry to get your money — i.e. asking you to wire it or offering to send a courier.
• If someone tries to get you to make a quick decision, ask them to send information, and you'll think about it. Legitimate offers will be around long enough for you to do the research.
• Listen carefully when a "charity" calls. Unscrupulous companies sometimes make up bogus names that sound like real charities.
• Don't change your estate plan without consulting a trusted attorney — even if someone offers you a "free" lunch.
• Keep a whistle by the phone. If nothing else works, blow it directly in a persistent telemarketer's ear.
ASK YOURSELF
• Do I really need this product, prize or service?
• Can I afford to lose any money?
• Does this sound too good to be true?
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HATE TO HANG UP?
Here's what to say. Then put down the phone.
• "I do not respond to telephone solicitations. Please do not call me again. Goodbye."
• "Send me information. I will call you back after I check with the Office of the Attorney General's Charitable Trust and Organizations Section. Goodbye."
• "If you want an immediate answer, my answer is no. Please don't call me again. Goodbye."
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HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS
• The new state Elder Abuse Hot Line protects seniors and takes action against people who harm them. Call (866) 623-2137 .
• To place your number on the Do Not Call list, call (888) 777-3406 , or visit nocallsplease.com.
Registration is free, but you must re-register every five years. Some callers are exempt, like charities, political parties and veterans' groups.
• To check out a telemarketer or charity, call the Office of the Attorney General's Charitable Trusts and Organizations Section, (800) 441-2555 .
• To schedule a free Senior Crime Prevention University seminar, contact Joyce O'Brien, 787-9716 or senioruniversity@attorneygeneral.gov.
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SOURCE: LancasterOnline
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For often-targeted seniors, detecting a con artist starts with going back to school
By MARY BETH SCHWEIGERT / New Era Staff
Joyce O'Brien can't save your life.
But she can save your life savings.
First you have to go back to school.
O'Brien, a community liaison in state Attorney General Tom Corbett's new Elder Abuse Unit, leads free seminars packed with tips to avoid the most common scams targeting seniors.
The program, called Senior Crime Prevention University, addresses an age-old adage.
"If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is," O'Brien says.
" ... We've got victims who've lost their entire life savings."
Pennsylvania is fertile ground for scam artists. Fifteen percent of the population is over age 65 — the third-highest in the nation.
"Actually, everyone is targeted," O'Brien says. "But it seems like more seniors fall victim to scams."
Here are some of the Attorney General's best tips for stopping scammers.
• Beware of someone who comes unsolicited to your door and offers to fix a problem.
• Look for a company name on the person's shirt or truck. It's a sign of legitimacy. And who wouldn't want free advertising?
• Ask for the person's full name, phone number and address. Be suspicious of someone who offers only a P.O. Box.
• Beware of a contractor who offers a discount for using "leftover materials," or because you're a senior citizen.
• Get at least three estimates for any work to be done.
• Check out a company with the Better Business Bureau or the Attorney General's Office. Ask for and contact references.
• Get a signed contract with an exact price, scope of the work, a start and end date, and the company's name, address and phone number.
• Have a trusted person review any agreement before you sign it.
• Pennsylvania's "cooling off rule" gives you three days to change your mind about goods or services sold to you in your home.
• Beware of "Mr. Nice Guy." Someone who appears over-the-top friendly may have shady motives.
• Don't let anyone talk you into buying something you don't want. If someone makes you uncomfortable or keeps talking after you say no, close the door or hang up.
• The Do Not Call list is your first line of defense against telemarketers. Make sure you're on it.
• If you are on the list and a telemarketer calls you, report them to the Attorney General's Office. If the company is fined, you'll get $100.
• Don't give your credit card, bank account or Social Security number to people you don't know.
• Remember, you have to enter a contest to win.
• If you've won a legitimate prize, it won't cost you anything to claim it.
• Be especially wary of someone who's in a hurry to get your money — i.e. asking you to wire it or offering to send a courier.
• If someone tries to get you to make a quick decision, ask them to send information, and you'll think about it. Legitimate offers will be around long enough for you to do the research.
• Listen carefully when a "charity" calls. Unscrupulous companies sometimes make up bogus names that sound like real charities.
• Don't change your estate plan without consulting a trusted attorney — even if someone offers you a "free" lunch.
• Keep a whistle by the phone. If nothing else works, blow it directly in a persistent telemarketer's ear.
ASK YOURSELF
• Do I really need this product, prize or service?
• Can I afford to lose any money?
• Does this sound too good to be true?
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HATE TO HANG UP?
Here's what to say. Then put down the phone.
• "I do not respond to telephone solicitations. Please do not call me again. Goodbye."
• "Send me information. I will call you back after I check with the Office of the Attorney General's Charitable Trust and Organizations Section. Goodbye."
• "If you want an immediate answer, my answer is no. Please don't call me again. Goodbye."
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HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS
• The new state Elder Abuse Hot Line protects seniors and takes action against people who harm them. Call (866) 623-2137 .
• To place your number on the Do Not Call list, call (888) 777-3406 , or visit nocallsplease.com.
Registration is free, but you must re-register every five years. Some callers are exempt, like charities, political parties and veterans' groups.
• To check out a telemarketer or charity, call the Office of the Attorney General's Charitable Trusts and Organizations Section, (800) 441-2555 .
• To schedule a free Senior Crime Prevention University seminar, contact Joyce O'Brien, 787-9716 or senioruniversity@attorneygeneral.gov.
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SOURCE: LancasterOnline
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Former Firefighter convicted of Elder Abuse of Mother (LA, USA)
The Associated Press
Article Launched: 05/16/2008 08:50:26 PM PDT
LOS ANGELES—A former Los Angeles firefighter has been convicted of the second-degree murder of his mother, who was found lying in a pile of filth at her home and covered in sores and maggots.
The district attorney's office said in a Friday statement that 43-year-old Anthony Aaron Domio, a firefighter from 1986 to 2001, should have known how to give proper treatment to his 68-year-old mother.
Elanie Celestin Domio was found by another son in February 2006 in her South Los Angeles home. She died of sepsis of the blood a few hours later.
Domio faces up to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
(Copyright Associated Press)
SOURCE: MercuryNews
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Article Launched: 05/16/2008 08:50:26 PM PDT
LOS ANGELES—A former Los Angeles firefighter has been convicted of the second-degree murder of his mother, who was found lying in a pile of filth at her home and covered in sores and maggots.
The district attorney's office said in a Friday statement that 43-year-old Anthony Aaron Domio, a firefighter from 1986 to 2001, should have known how to give proper treatment to his 68-year-old mother.
Elanie Celestin Domio was found by another son in February 2006 in her South Los Angeles home. She died of sepsis of the blood a few hours later.
Domio faces up to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
(Copyright Associated Press)
SOURCE: MercuryNews
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May 20, 2008
Benoit Bill Protecting Elder Abuse Victims Signed into Law (Calf. USA)
Benoit Bill Protecting Elder Abuse Victims Signed into Law
Posted: May 17, 2008 09:32 AM
KESQ.com News Services
A Coachella Valley lawmaker's bill to protect elder abuse victims was signed into law Friday by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Assemblyman John J. Benoit, R-Bermuda Dunes, said AB 1158 authorizes the use of two-way video conferencing technology in the courtroom to examine sick and infirm witnesses.
"I applaud the governor for signing this bill into law, as well as my colleagues for standing up for elder citizens and protecting them against those who prey on the vulnerable," Benoit said. "Today's action is a much-needed victory for elders who may relocate or unexpectedly fall ill after being victimized."
The bill -- which was passed unanimously in the Assembly and state Senate -- will take effect Jan. 1, according to Benoit's office.
SOURCE: KESQ
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Posted: May 17, 2008 09:32 AM
KESQ.com News Services
A Coachella Valley lawmaker's bill to protect elder abuse victims was signed into law Friday by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Assemblyman John J. Benoit, R-Bermuda Dunes, said AB 1158 authorizes the use of two-way video conferencing technology in the courtroom to examine sick and infirm witnesses.
"I applaud the governor for signing this bill into law, as well as my colleagues for standing up for elder citizens and protecting them against those who prey on the vulnerable," Benoit said. "Today's action is a much-needed victory for elders who may relocate or unexpectedly fall ill after being victimized."
The bill -- which was passed unanimously in the Assembly and state Senate -- will take effect Jan. 1, according to Benoit's office.
SOURCE: KESQ
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May 18, 2008
Elderly in Long-Term Care Suffer Depression More Than..
ScienceDaily.com
May 9, 2008
Elderly in a long-term care setting are more likely to be prescribed antidepressants and to self-report depression compared to those in a home-health care setting, according to a study by social work students at Indiana State University.
Elderly in a long-term care setting are more likely to be prescribed antidepressants and to self-report depression compared to those in a home-health care setting, according to a study by social work students at Indiana State University.
Jodi Shapuras and Lindsay Egan, undergraduate students in the social work program at ISU, conducted the research at their internships as part of a senior-level field practicum class.
“We actually hypothesized that the long-term care patients would utilize antidepressants more and would self-report depression more,” said Egan of Terre Haute, Ind. “When an individual moves to a long-term care facility, they undergo a tremendous amount of changes. They are no longer able to live independently and are relying on others for care, and this greatly affects how they feel about themselves and the world around them.”
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SOURCE: ScienceDaily
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Elderly in a long-term care setting are more likely to be prescribed antidepressants and to self-report depression compared to those in a home-health care setting, according to a study by social work students at Indiana State University.
Elderly in a long-term care setting are more likely to be prescribed antidepressants and to self-report depression compared to those in a home-health care setting, according to a study by social work students at Indiana State University.
Jodi Shapuras and Lindsay Egan, undergraduate students in the social work program at ISU, conducted the research at their internships as part of a senior-level field practicum class.
“We actually hypothesized that the long-term care patients would utilize antidepressants more and would self-report depression more,” said Egan of Terre Haute, Ind. “When an individual moves to a long-term care facility, they undergo a tremendous amount of changes. They are no longer able to live independently and are relying on others for care, and this greatly affects how they feel about themselves and the world around them.”
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SOURCE: ScienceDaily
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May 15, 2008
Seniors' Anger at Budget Snub - Australia
By Stuart Fagg,
ninemsn Money
May 15, 2008
Pensioners have lashed out at the Government after being left out of Wayne Swan's inaugural budget this week.
While the budget did contain some measures to support seniors — such as an increase in the utilities allowance and the retention of the $500 seniors bonus — many pensioners felt shunned by the Treasurer.
Michael O'Neill, chief executive of National Seniors Australia, said that the Government's failure to increase the base pension rate had made pensioners — particularly those dependent on the single age pension — more vulnerable.
"Older people are an integral part of the Australian working family — they're not separate," O'Neill said. "They've done a lifetime of the nine-to-five slog and daily commute and now as grandparents they're providing childcare and helping their children into their first homes. Even at the best economic times, living on the meagre single age pension was difficult."
Single age pensioners receive just $273 per week while grappling with rising fuel, food and health costs.
Contributors to ninemsn Money's post-budget debate agreed. "Being on a disability pension (due to no fault of my own) and having paid taxes until I was unable to work, I find it disgusting that the aged and disabled have once again been forgotten," wrote Battler of South Australia.
Realist of Sydney added that many seniors are already going without due to financial hard times. "For all those who think that helping the pensioners to maintain an appropriate level or standard of income is a bit of a rort, remember that they are the ones who have worked all their lives and already paid their taxes and educated today's working generation," Realist wrote. "Most going without what are considered today to be necessities or must-haves."
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SOURCE: NineMsn
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ninemsn Money
May 15, 2008
Pensioners have lashed out at the Government after being left out of Wayne Swan's inaugural budget this week.
While the budget did contain some measures to support seniors — such as an increase in the utilities allowance and the retention of the $500 seniors bonus — many pensioners felt shunned by the Treasurer.
Michael O'Neill, chief executive of National Seniors Australia, said that the Government's failure to increase the base pension rate had made pensioners — particularly those dependent on the single age pension — more vulnerable.
"Older people are an integral part of the Australian working family — they're not separate," O'Neill said. "They've done a lifetime of the nine-to-five slog and daily commute and now as grandparents they're providing childcare and helping their children into their first homes. Even at the best economic times, living on the meagre single age pension was difficult."
Single age pensioners receive just $273 per week while grappling with rising fuel, food and health costs.
Contributors to ninemsn Money's post-budget debate agreed. "Being on a disability pension (due to no fault of my own) and having paid taxes until I was unable to work, I find it disgusting that the aged and disabled have once again been forgotten," wrote Battler of South Australia.
Realist of Sydney added that many seniors are already going without due to financial hard times. "For all those who think that helping the pensioners to maintain an appropriate level or standard of income is a bit of a rort, remember that they are the ones who have worked all their lives and already paid their taxes and educated today's working generation," Realist wrote. "Most going without what are considered today to be necessities or must-haves."
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SOURCE: NineMsn
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In Australia many of our seniors are living in poverty as the Aged Pension barely meets the rising costs of living. Despite a phenomenal federal budget surplus, upon unveiling the new budget last night the Australian Government virtually ignored the plight of the elderly. These people have worked their lives, contributed to the success of our nation, supported Australia with their taxes. This is how they are treated when in need? If the leaders of our country cannot show respect for elders what hope is there for the rest of the country? I am ashamed to be an Australian today.Thanks for letting me vent. Great post, keep up the great work you do! from Kelleigh.
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I agree with all the above comments. The government has not addressed many issues concerning seniors in this country. How can they talk about budget and concerns for families. Just because seniors are in a certain age group, should not mean that they are "disposable"; or have somehow "removed" from the family.
There have been inquiries into seniors issues and various recommendations have been submitted. When will we see those recommendations implemented? Perhaps, the government will start an Inquiry into how to implement those recommendations regarding Aged Care, Pension etc... More delaying tactics and "head-in-the-sand" attitude will not rid the country of these pressing issues.
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Unfortunately, the abusers of the vulnerable seniors often have their own special brand of excuses.
They are absolutely wrong. To abuse a senior, be it a charge of the carer or a relative, is a violation of the senior’s human rights.
Why should the elderly be treated differently? They should have the same rights to care, welfare and respect. They should be able to live out their twilight years in peace, safety and dignity.
Therefore, any act that deprives the elderly of his/her assets, freedom, welfare and dignity is a violation of his/her Human Rights.
Why should we care?
Old age is the inevitable stage, the majority of us will reach eventually. Anything you do now, to ensure that the Human Rights of the elderly is preserved, is also an act that ensures that your own rights are NOT violated when you reach old age.
Physical abuses are easily detected or recognized. It is the emotional/psychological abuses that are harder to detect and to report.
Emotional or psychological abuse is the infliction of mental or emotional anguish or distress on an elder person through verbal or nonverbal acts.
Unfortunately, many of these sort of elder abuses are committed by adult children or relatives of the elderly. For obvious reasons, victims of such abuses do not want to report the abuses.
It is time we all take a closer look at these sorts of elder abuse and work towards awareness and prevention programs.
Elder abuse is a complex issue that no single individual or organization can tackle without help from governments.
Everyone of us should help to spread the news – Elder Abuse is a Violation of Human Rights.
REMEMBER 15 June: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
More information from International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Posted by Andrew
They are absolutely wrong. To abuse a senior, be it a charge of the carer or a relative, is a violation of the senior’s human rights.
Why should the elderly be treated differently? They should have the same rights to care, welfare and respect. They should be able to live out their twilight years in peace, safety and dignity.
Therefore, any act that deprives the elderly of his/her assets, freedom, welfare and dignity is a violation of his/her Human Rights.
Why should we care?
Old age is the inevitable stage, the majority of us will reach eventually. Anything you do now, to ensure that the Human Rights of the elderly is preserved, is also an act that ensures that your own rights are NOT violated when you reach old age.
Physical abuses are easily detected or recognized. It is the emotional/psychological abuses that are harder to detect and to report.
Emotional or psychological abuse is the infliction of mental or emotional anguish or distress on an elder person through verbal or nonverbal acts.
Unfortunately, many of these sort of elder abuses are committed by adult children or relatives of the elderly. For obvious reasons, victims of such abuses do not want to report the abuses.
It is time we all take a closer look at these sorts of elder abuse and work towards awareness and prevention programs.
Elder abuse is a complex issue that no single individual or organization can tackle without help from governments.
Everyone of us should help to spread the news – Elder Abuse is a Violation of Human Rights.
REMEMBER 15 June: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
More information from International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Posted by Andrew
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May 14, 2008
Elder Abuse: More Help for Victims and Reporters of EA (Vic. Australia)
Council on the Ageing (COTA)
SENIORS RIGHTS ADVOCACY
Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) is a free service that has been established to help prevent elder abuse and safeguard the rights, dignity and independence of older Victorians.
The service was launched by Minister for Senior Victorians, Lisa Neville on 27 April 2008. It provides :
o telephone information and referral
o advocacy and support
o legal services
o community and professional education
Contact details: 1300 368 821 between 10am and 5pm (Mon-Fri)
People who are concerned about abuse or neglect that is affecting them or someone they know can call Seniors Rights Victoria on
1300 36 8821.
For further details click here
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SENIORS RIGHTS ADVOCACY
Seniors Rights Victoria (SRV) is a free service that has been established to help prevent elder abuse and safeguard the rights, dignity and independence of older Victorians.
The service was launched by Minister for Senior Victorians, Lisa Neville on 27 April 2008. It provides :
o telephone information and referral
o advocacy and support
o legal services
o community and professional education
Contact details: 1300 368 821 between 10am and 5pm (Mon-Fri)
People who are concerned about abuse or neglect that is affecting them or someone they know can call Seniors Rights Victoria on
1300 36 8821.
For further details click here
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