Key Takeaway: Elder Exploitation: A Disturbing Reality Elder exploitation is a harsh reality faced by many vulnerable seniors, stripping them of their basic rights and leaving them at the mercy of unscrupulous individuals. As I dive into the story of Rudy and Rennie North, it becomes clear just how devastating this issue can be. The … Read more
Many adult children find themselves in the position of caring for their elderly parents. While this can be a rewarding experience, it can also be fraught with challenges. One of the biggest challenges is dealing with siblings who may not agree on how to care for their parents. In some cases, siblings may even try … Read more
Here are some gut-wrenching elderly abuse statistics to help you understand how common it is Abuse of elders is more common than you think. As people age and lose their ability to take care of themselves, they become dependent on others. Other than needing help for their everyday day-to-day tasks like cooking or cleaning, they … Read more
Did you know that seniors are losing more than $3bn annually in scams? Here is a guide to avoiding elderly abuse and scams that plague our older generation Older adults have spent a lifetime working and earning for a secure future. Scammers take advantage of seniors by exploiting their lack of knowledge about technology and … Read more
Elderly financial abuse is a type of elderly abuse that is widespread and prevalent. It can affect anyone sometimes leading them to a helpless situation. In March 2020, US prosecutors filed accusation against more than 400 people across the world accused of defrauding senior Americans of more than USD 1 billion. This was one of … Read more