Alabama
March 5, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
The Alabama Department of Senior Services (ADSS), along with the Long Term Care Ombudsman program, operates an elder abuse program that aims to prevent sexual, financial, and physical elder abuse and neglect.
Alaska
March 5, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Alaska’s Adult Protective Services is designed to prevent or stop harm from occurring to elderly men and women.
Arizona
March 6, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
While anyone can report elder abuse, certain professionals such as doctors, dentists and law enforcement personnel are required by law to report elder abuse in Arizona.
Arkansas
March 6, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Arkansas’ Adult Protection Services provides protection for endangered and impaired elders from abuse due to the mental or physical inability of the elder to take care of himself or herself.
California
March 6, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
There are over 1,200 nursing homes in California. The state estimates that nearly 43% of California’s elder population will use a nursing home at one point in their lives.
Colorado
March 20, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has a number of tips, that heavily revolve around open communication, to help prevent elder abuse in nursing homes.
Connecticut
March 21, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Many elders in Connecticut are unable to take care of themselves and are sometimes abused or exploited.
Delaware
March 21, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
The state of Delaware has two ways to report elder abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Florida
March 21, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Florida law requires that any individual who is aware of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation reports it to appropriate authorities.
Georgia
March 23, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
According to Georgia government officials, elder abuse is one of the most under-reported crimes in the state.
Hawaii
March 23, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
It is estimated that there may be up to 20,000 cases of elder abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
Idaho
March 26, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Idaho’s Adult Protection Investigators believe that a large number of elder abuse cases go unreported as the state’s residents carry a tradition of being independent and self-sufficient.
Illinois
March 25, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
You should contact the Illinois Elder Abuse Hotline at (800) 252-4343 if you suspect or witness an elderly person being physically, mentally or sexually abused.
Indiana
March 26, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is a crime that is often committed by an individual that the elderly victim knows. There are many forms of elder abuse including physical, mental and psychological.
Iowa
March 26, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is the abandonment, exploitation, neglect or physical, psychological or sexual abuse of Iowa’s elderly over the age of 60.
Kansas
March 26, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
The state provides protective services to elderly and disabled adults that are commonly frail, dependent and socially isolated.
Kentucky
March 27, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
In 2007, there were 9,660 reported cases of elder abuse in the state of Kentucky. That is over 1 reported case per hour.
Louisiana
March 27, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
There are many different types of elder abuse. Louisiana protects elderly residents, ages 60 and over, from physical and emotional abuse as well as neglect.
Maine
March 29, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse in Maine often goes unreported. It is estimated that there are nearly 12,000 cases of elder abuse in Maine every year.
Maryland
March 29, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Maryland law requires law enforcement agents, human service professionals and health care practitioners to report.
Massachusetts
March 30, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is when an individual physically, financially, emotionally or sexually, harm, assault, or exploit an elderly person.
Michigan
March 30, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Physical abuse or neglect occurs when an elderly individual is physically harmed. Physical harm can come from actions such as hitting, biting, slapping, punching and pushing.
Minnesota
March 31, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse in Minnesota is divided into three categories: Abuse, Neglect and Financial Exploitation.
Mississippi
May 14, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
In Mississippi, elder abuse is the willful infliction of injury, intimidation or punishment that either leads to, or results in harm, both mentally and physically.
Missouri
March 7, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Everyone is encouraged to report alleged abuse, whether it’s financial or physical, and neglect to Missouri’s elder abuse and neglect hotline, which takes calls 24/7, 365 days a year.
Montana
March 31, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse comes in various forms. The forms include physical abuse, psychological or emotional abuse, neglect or self-neglect and financial exploitation.
Nebraska
April 1, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Nebraska’s Adult Protection Service is not allowed to reveal the identify of the person who makes an elder abuse report to the elderly victim or alleged perpetrator.
Nevada
April 1, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Anyone who witnesses or suspects elder abuse in Nevada, should report it to local authorities at the number listed above. If the elder is in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.
New Hampshire
April 2, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is a growing problem in New Hampshire. Many cases of abuse go unreported as elderly victims are too afraid, ill or unwilling to admit that he/she is being abused.
New Jersey
April 2, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is a growing problem in New Jersey, where the elderly fall victim of physical abuse, financial abuse or exploitation, neglect or self-neglect.
New Mexico
April 6, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is a growing concern in New Mexico’s communities. Cases of abuse are rarely reported as elderly victims are usually in denial and/or the victim fears the abuser.
New York
April 7, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
New York defines elderly abuse into five main categories…
North Carolina
April 8, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
North Carolina protects elders from financial abuse such as fraud and embezzlement, as well as physical abuse from people including caregivers or employees of nursing homes or assisted living centers.
North Dakota
April 8, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
North Dakota’s Adult Protective Services receives hundreds of cases every year on areas including elder neglect, physical abuse and financial abuse.
Ohio
April 9, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
There are many warning signs that can help you or your loved one spot elder abuse in Ohio…
Oklahoma
April 9, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Every year, thousands of adults are abused, neglected or exploited by individuals that the abused adult likely knows and trust.
Oregon
April 13, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse is the loss or harm inflicted upon an elderly person in Oregon.
Pennsylvania
April 13, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse and neglect is a crime that impacts many seniors across Pennsylvania.
Rhode Island
April 10, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Rhode Island’s percentage of elderly population ranks as one of the highest in the nation.
South Carolina
April 14, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
South Carolina states that elder abuse is any form of mistreatment that results in physical or financial harm or loss to an elderly person.
South Dakota
April 28, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
In South Dakota, and throughout the U.S., many seniors are victims of elder abuse as they are often too afraid to file complaints with appropriate authorities.
Tennessee
April 28, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Tennessee officials estimates that only 1 out of 23 cases of elder abuse is reported. Elder abuse is a serious crime.
Texas
April 29, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Texas Adult Protective Services investigates any suspected cases of elder abuse such as physical abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Utah
April 29, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
In Utah, elder abuse is the direct or indirect harm inflicted by a person that physically, emotionally, psychologically, or financially impacts an elderly person.
Vermont
April 30, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
It is estimated that there are over 3,500 cases of elder abuse in Vermont, with many of the the cases going unreported.
Virginia
May 1, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
There are thousands of cases of elder abuse in Virginia, with most of them going unreported. Take a stance and report any suspicion of elder abuse immediately.
Washington
May 2, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Elder abuse in Washington is a growing but largely unreported problem in the state. There are many categories of abuse, but all forms severely impacts an elderly person.
West Virginia
May 3, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
As West Virginia’s elderly population continues to grow, the number of cases of elder abuse will rise along with it.
Wisconsin
May 4, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Wisconsin’s elder population is growing. Unfortunately, as the population continues to grow, so do the number of elder abuse cases.
Wyoming
May 5, 2009 by Elder Abuse Daily · Leave a Comment
Wyoming’s Adult Protective Services was established to ensure that the safety of the state’s elderly population is safe and that its basic needs are met.