Elder abuse is any action — or lack of appropriate action — occurring in a relationship where there is an expectation of trust that causes harm or distress to an older person, according to the World ...

An older woman holds hand near a hematoma on her arm after an injury. States reforming elder abuse reporting mandates should focus on situations where victims are at ongoing risk or are genuinely ...

Experts say that elder abuse in rural communities is significantly underreported. (Photo by CDC on Unsplash) Experts say elder abuse in rural communities is a problem, but finding ways to solve it ...

Over 97% of confirmed financial elder abuse cases in six years were not prosecuted. Sacramento County cannot reliably track cases sent to law enforcment for investigation. The grand jury said law ...