Hawaii
Monday, March 23rd, 2009It is estimated that there may be up to 20,000 cases of elder abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.
Georgia
Monday, March 23rd, 2009According to Georgia government officials, elder abuse is one of the most under-reported crimes in the state.
Florida
Saturday, March 21st, 2009Florida law requires that any individual who is aware of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation reports it to appropriate authorities.
Delaware
Saturday, March 21st, 2009The state of Delaware has two ways to report elder abuse, neglect or exploitation.
Elder Abuse
Sunday, March 1st, 2009Elder abuse is the physical, emotional, financial, sexual mistreatment or neglect of older adults. The term is also interchangeable with elderly abuse.