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'The Problem of Elder Abuse In Our Society
Is More Widespread than is thought by many health care professionals.
Unlike Other forms of domestic violence,
Elder Abuse has been Slow In Gaining the Attention of the General Community
Although.....
Its Prevalence is Estimated to be
Just Slightly Lower
Than That of Child Abuse!'

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Elder Abuse .....
A Silent Crime......
In Need of a Strong Voice




Knowledge Is Power!


Elder neglect is a serious problem that is on the rise. It is estimated that 1,000,000 elderly Americans are victimized each year, this includes institutional elder abuse, domestic abuse, and self-abuse, still, well over half of the incidents reported are associated with nursing homes

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Many nursing home residents die each year as a result of neglect and abuse.

This includes deaths associated with bedsores, wandering,

falls, malnutrition, dehydration,

and excessive use of chemical and physical restraints


In many cases, improperly trained staff

or poor administrative oversight leads to life-threatening infections,falls,

injuries,and illneses That could have been prevented

If The proper standards of care had been followed.


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