Elder Abuse

Georgia Adult Protective Services Manual

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

1 year ago

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, 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?

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

3 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