Elder Abuse

Georgia Adult Protective Services Manual

Georgia Adult Protective Services Authority for Adult Protective Services is found at O.C.G.A. § 30-5-1 et seq. The stated purpose…

2 years ago
Conviction of Caregiver for Elder Exploitation AffirmedConviction of Caregiver for Elder Exploitation Affirmed

Conviction of Caregiver for Elder Exploitation Affirmed

On February 11, 2022, the Georgia Court of Appeals affirmed Julia Bell's conviction for elder exploitation. She was originally indicted…

3 years ago
News Roundup – December 16, 2021News Roundup – December 16, 2021

News Roundup – December 16, 2021

General Sources: Autism Society's Capital Connection 12-16-2021 (reviewing Build Back Better Act) National Health Care Spending in 2020: Growth Driven…

3 years ago
Cameras in Nursing Homes: Can a Resident Install a Camera in her Room in a Nursing Home?Cameras in Nursing Homes: Can a Resident Install a Camera in her Room in a Nursing Home?

Cameras in Nursing Homes: Can a Resident Install a Camera in her Room in a Nursing Home?

A nursing home resident's room is considered the resident's home. That's why people in nursing home are called "residents" instead…

4 years ago

Should your Adult Child be Co-Signer on your Bank Account?

At one time or another, many seniors consider adding a child as a co-signer on his or her bank account.…

4 years ago

VIDEO: PBS Video on Elder Victims: Abused, Exploited, Alone

This video originally aired on June 5, 2013. The description states that Elder abuse often goes unnoticed. The most common…

4 years ago

Get the Facts on Elder Abuse

The National Council on Aging published an article titled Get the Facts on Elder Abuse. Using graphics to identify signs…

4 years ago