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By: Vuong and Elyse

Elder Abuse. By: Vuong and Elyse. Definition.

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By: Vuong and Elyse

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  1. Elder Abuse By: Vuong and Elyse

  2. Definition Elder abuse is a general term used to describe certain types of harm to older adults. Other terms commonly used include: "elder mistreatment", "senior abuse", "abuse in later life", "abuse of older adults", "abuse of older women", and "abuse of older men".

  3. Statistics Research conducted in New Zealand broadly supports the above findings, with some variations. Of 1288 cases in 2002–2004, 1201 individuals, 42 couples, and 45 groups were found to have been abused. Of these, 70 percent were female. Psychological abuse (59%), followed by material/financial (42%), and physical abuse (12%) were the most frequently identified types of abuse. Sexual abuse occurred in 2 percent of reported cases.[23] Source: http://outofthefog.net/images/Elder%20Abuse%20Perpetrators.jpg

  4. Recent Incident More elderly people in Sheffield being 'financially abused’ . . . http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-south-yorkshire-16616717

  5. Famous people? Famous Actor Shines Light on Elder Abuse Actor Mickey Rooney told Congress on Wednesday that he was left powerless by a family member who took and misused his money. "I felt trapped, scared, used and frustrated," Rooney told a special Senate committee considering legislation to curb abuses of senior citizens. "But above all, when a man feels helpless, it’s terrible.” • Online articles: http://www.wkyt.com/home/headlines/117284698.html • Article about Mickey Rooney: • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mickey_Rooney • Mickey Rooney (born September 23, 1920) is an American film actor and entertainer whose film, television, and stage appearances span nearly his entire lifetime.

  6. Court/Jail time Misdemeanor Elderly Abuse: A misdemeanor charge for elderly abuse is a maximum of one year in a county jail with a maximum fine of $6,000. Felony Elderly Abuse: A felony charge of elderly abuse is 2-4 years in the California State Prison with up to $10,000 in fines. The person would also receive formal probation and counseling. Article: http://www.shouselaw.com/elder_abuse_defense.html#penalty

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