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NCEA Newsfeed – Saturday, June 15, 2013 – TODAY is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

 1.         NATIONAL, BankRate.com, June 12, 2013
Take this class and avoid scams
http://www.bankrate.com/financing/retirement/take-this-class-and-avoid-scams/
Caregivers, community groups and others worried about the financial well-being of their older constituents should consider using a new instruction tool developed by the federal government to teach seniors and their caregivers how to avoid financial exploitation. The program, Money Smart for Older Adults, was released jointly Wednesday by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., or FDIC, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB.

 2.         NATIONAL, Bend Bulletin, June 14, 2013
Health workers want fraud training
http://www.bendbulletin.com/article/20130614/NEWS0107/306140334/
A recent survey found more than half of current and former health care professionals would be willing to take part in classes on how to recognize whether an elderly person, particularly someone with cognitive difficulties, is the victim of investment fraud and financial exploitation.

 3.         NATIONAL, Dallas News Bulletin, June 12, 2013
Regulators release financial protection guide for older consumers
http://bizbeatblog.dallasnews.com/2013/06/regulators-release-financial-protection-guide-for-older-consumers.html/
Today, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau launched a new tool called Money Smart for Older Adults to help older adults and their caregivers prevent elder financial exploitation. The tool, which was developed by both agencies, provides information on how to prevent, identify and respond to financial exploitation, plan for a secure financial future, and make informed financial decisions.

 4.         NATIONAL, Fox Business, June 10, 2013
Scam Artists Targeting Seniors
http://www.foxbusiness.com/on-air/willis-report/blog/2013/06/10/scam-artists-targeting-seniors
According to the Michigan Attorney General’s office,  criminals are robocalling seniors all over the country to scam seniors into giving their financial information in the name of free medical alert services.

 5.         NATIONAL, National Mortgage Professional, June 12, 2013
CFPB and FDIC Partner on Financial Resource Tool
http://nationalmortgageprofessional.com/news38790/fdic-and-cfpb-partner-offer-financial-resource-tool-geared-toward-older-adults
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) launched a new financial resource tool, Money Smart for Older Adults, to help older adults and their caregivers prevent elder financial exploitation across the country. 

 6.         NATIONAL, Reverse Mortgage Daily, June 12, 2013
CFPB, FDIC Launch Tool to Protect Against Elder Financial Scams
http://reversemortgagedaily.com/2013/06/12/cfpb-fdic-launch-tool-to-protect-against-elder-financial-scams/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) are launching a campaign against elder financial fraud, the agencies announced this week. Among their targets: reverse mortgage proceeds fraud. Money Smart for Older Adults is a financial resource tool that aims to raise awareness among seniors (age 62 and over) and their caregivers on how to prevent, identify and respond to elder financial exploitation.

 7.         NATIONAL, Star Tribune, June 12, 2013
US agencies announce guide for teaching seniors how to avoid financial exploitation
http://www.startribune.com/business/211274171.html
U.S. regulators have a new guide for teaching older adults how to detect financial scams and avoid being exploited. The curriculum was developed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for instructing groups of seniors and their caregivers. It can be used by employees of financial firms, adult protective service agencies, senior advocate groups and law enforcement personnel, the agencies said Wednesday.

 8.         NATIONAL, Washington Wire, June 12, 2013
Regulators Try to Stop Financial Abuse of Seniors
http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2013/06/12/regulators-try-to-stop-financial-abuse-of-seniors/
Two federal regulators are teaming up to help prevent financial exploitation of the elderly. A new curriculum developed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau aims to help the elderly avoid being subject to financial scams and frauds.

 9.         NATIONAL, The Watch, June 12, 2013
FDIC, consumer watchdog launch tool for elderly to sniff out scams
http://thehill.com/blogs/regwatch/finance/305145-fdic-consumer-watchdog-launch-tool-for-elderly-to-sniff-out-scams
Financial regulators are launching a free tool to help older Americans avoid scams and make smart financial decisions. The tool, developed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), is designed to help people over 62 and their caregivers safely navigate the financial marketplace.

 10.       ALABAMA (Montgomery), Daily Home, June 14, 2013 (Opinion)
Our View: New state law makes Elder Abuse Awareness Day brighter
http://www.dailyhome.com/view/full_story/22889717/article-Our-View--New-state-law-makes-Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Day-brighter?instance=home_opinion
Alabama has a special reason to observe Elder Abuse Awareness Day this year; our state Legislature this year passed a new law to extend and strengthen legal protections for all people aged 60 or older.

 

11.       ARIZONA (Green Valley), Green Valley News, June 14, 2013
State official lays out realities of elder abuse
http://www.gvnews.com/news/state-official-lays-out-realities-of-elder-abuse/article_3d3b3a10-d4ac-11e2-9b34-0019bb2963f4.html
A state official on Thursday said upwards of 10 percent of the senior population in the United States is being abused. “In 10 years, one of every 10 Arizonans will be over age 65. By 2050, there will be 19 million seniors over 85 in the U.S. That’s an increase of 1,000 percent. Along with that, “the number of people with dementia will go up exponentially by 2050,” he told an audience of about 50.

 12.       CALIFORNIA (San Diego), UT San Diego, June 13, 2013
Man to get 11 years in prison for scamming elderly
http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/jun/13/tp-man-to-get-11-years-in-prison-for-scamming/
A Las Vegas couple charged with scamming hundreds of elderly people through fake insurance plans pleaded guilty Wednesday to counts that will put the husband in prison for 11 years and require both to pay more than $3 million in restitution.

 13.       FLORIDA (Sarasota), My Sun Coast, June 14, 2013
Authorities warn elderly residents to be aware of fraud and exploitation
http://www.mysuncoast.com/news/local/authorities-warn-elderly-residents-to-be-aware-of-fraud-and/article_94d5c724-d50e-11e2-a786-001a4bcf6878.html
Saturday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and in honor of the day, the state's Department of Health hosted a forum for community professionals, who say preventing elder fraud and exploitation is something we all need to be involved in.

 14.       FLORIDA (Sarasota), Herald Tribune, June 14, 2013
If the victim says it didn’t happen, is it elder abuse?
http://health.heraldtribune.com/2013/06/14/if-the-victim-says-it-didnt-happen-is-it-elder-abuse/
At Friday's workshop on elder exploitation and abuse for professionals who serve older residents in the Sarasota community, you could feel the frustration of people who spend their working days trying to protect folks who refuse to be seen as victims.

 15.       FLORIDA (Tallahassee), WJHG, June 14, 2013
Elderly Abuse an Unreported Problem in Northwest Florida
http://www.wjhg.com/home/headlines/Elderly-Abuse-an-Underlooked-Problem-in-Northwest-Florida-211620111.html
The Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) investigates around 64,000 reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation in the elderly each year, and they hope they can educate the public to prevent that number from getting any higher.

16.       IOWA (Des Moines), Des Moines Register, June 14, 2013
W.D.M. daycare provider allegedly steals $10,000 from dependent father
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20130614/NEWS01/130614030/Woman-allegedly-steals-10-000-from-dependent-father?nclick_check=1
A West Des Moines woman was arrested Thursday for allegedly stealing more than $10,000 from her dependent father.

 17.       MICHIGAN (Lansing), ABC 10UP, June 14, 2013
New protocol for elder abuse
http://abc10up.com/new-protocol-for-elder-abuse/
The Department of Human Services has officially unveiled the new Michigan Model Vulnerable Adult Protocol, or MI–MVP. The new protocol becomes the standard for the joint investigation of vulnerable adult abuse, neglect and exploitation statewide. Elder abuse and adult victimization is on the rise across Michigan. In 2012 alone, Adult Protective Services received 25,000 referrals alleging abuse, neglect or exploitation.

 18.       MISSOURI (Jefferson City), Missouri Net, June 14, 2013
Secy. Kander marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, offers tips for protection
http://www.missourinet.com/2013/06/14/secy-kander-marks-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-offers-tips-for-protection/
Secretary of State Jason Kander cautions investors not to fall victim to investment fraud. To mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15, Kander issued an Investor Alert to elder investors, urging them to protect themselves from investment fraud and abuse.

 19.       NEW YORK (Albany), North Country Gazette, June 13, 2013
Assembly Measure Would Protect Senior Citizens
http://www.northcountrygazette.org/2013/06/13/senior_measures/
The state Assembly has approved legislation aimed at increasing protections to help prevent elder abuse. To further safeguard seniors from financial abuse, legislation included in the package of bills would prevent financial institutions that voluntarily report suspected incidences of financial abuse from being sued if the report is submitted in accordance with guidelines set forth by the Department of Financial Services (A.1783-B/Millman).

 20.       NEW YORK (New York City), Herald Online, June 14, 2013
Canada taking action to address elder abuse
http://www.heraldonline.com/2013/06/14/4947512/canada-taking-action-to-address.html
The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), was a keynote speaker today at a special event held at the United Nations headquarters to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which is on June 15. Minister of State Wong spoke about the measures that Canada has taken to combat elder abuse, as well as the importance of raising awareness about the issue.

21.       NORTH CAROLINA (Alamance County), June 14, 2013
Initiative aims to curb elder abuse through prosecution, awareness
http://www.thetimesnews.com/news/top-news/initiative-aims-to-curb-elder-abuse-through-prosecution-awareness-1.159338
The goal of the Alamance County Elder Citizen Protection Initiative is to raise awareness about elder abuse and to increase reporting and investigation into crimes perpetrated on seniors. The Alamance County District Attorney’s Office launched the program Friday in conjunction with law enforcement agencies, DSS and the Family Justice Center.

 22.       RHODE ISLAND (Providence), Boston.com, June 14, 2013
RI measure aims at exposing elder abuse
http://www.boston.com/news/local/rhode-island/2013/06/14/measure-aims-exposing-elder-abuse/qMse6p8aF4J1JWlBTCHBjP/story.html
Anyone in Rhode Island who believes an elderly person is being abused or neglected could face a $1,000 fine if they fail to report their suspicions to law enforcement under legislation moving through the state’s General Assembly.

 23.       UTAH (St. George), St George Utah, June 14, 2013
Utah takes active role in preventing elder abuse, neglect, exploitation
http://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/archive/2013/06/14/utah-takes-active-role-in-preventing-elder-abuse-neglect-exploitation/
Utah seniors are exploited out of at least $7.7 million each year, with the average victim losing just over $85,000. But these types of crimes can and should be prevented, and Utah has been proactively working with financial institutions, seniors and caregivers to do just that.

24.  WYOMING (Casper), Rapid City Journal , June 14, 2013
Casper nursing home worker gets prison for stealing from 100-year-old resident
Malgorzata Burns’ case was bigger than her and bigger than the victim, Natrona County District Attorney Michael Blonigen argued Thursday. The woman’s sentence would be indicative of the state’s level of tolerance toward exploitation of the elderly, he noted.

25.  WYOMING (Casper), Casper Star Tribune, June 14, 2013
Wyoming to observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://trib.com/news/opinion/blogs/seavey/wyoming-to-observe-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day/article_e953b617-e091-52f2-ba49-e1d63291f54a.html
The Wyoming Department of Family Services is promoting awareness of elder abuse June 15, which is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

26.       INTERNATIONAL (Queensland, Australia), Warwick Daily News, June 14, 2013
Elder abuse a growing form of family violence in Qld homes
http://www.warwickdailynews.com.au/news/elder-abuse-growing-form-family-violence/1907963/
Despite 30,000 Queenslanders over 65 likely to experience elder abuse each year, the increasing and disturbing trend is largely under recognized. Last financial year the Queensland Elder Abuse Prevention Unit recorded 1000 abuse notifications regarding seniors who had been abused, including financially, physically or psychologically or neglected.

 27.       INTERNATIONAL (Edmonton, Canada), Metro News, June 14, 2013
Edmonton woman charged for alleged scam involving elderly men
http://metronews.ca/news/edmonton/705945/edmonton-woman-charged-for-alleged-scam-involving-elderly-men/
A woman with a history of panhandling has been charged after allegedly defrauding three Edmonton seniors of over $200,000.

 28.       INTERNATIONAL (New Delhi, India), Two Circles, June 14, 2013
23 percent of Indian elders face abuse: Report
http://twocircles.net/2013jun14/23_percent_indian_elders_face_abuse_report.html
Around 23 percent or more than one-fifth of India's elderly are known to have experienced abuse in the form of disrespect, verbal abuse, neglect while some have even faced assault, according to the “Elder Abuse in India 2013” report.

29.       INTERNATIONAL (Panaji, India), Times of India, June 14, 2013
Elder abuse report reveals grim reality in state
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/Elder-abuse-report-reveals-grim-reality-in-state/articleshow/20596176.cms
HelpAge India released its nation-widereport on elder abuse in india (2013) on the eve of World Elder Abuse Day on June 15. The report revealed disturbing findings which the organization claims can be viewed as an eye-opener which has brought to some grim realities to the forefront.

30.       INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), CTV News, June 14, 2013
London woman honoured for work to end elder abuse
http://london.ctvnews.ca/london-woman-honoured-for-work-to-end-elder-abuse-1.1326115
Joanne Christian was presented with the London police’s Brian Young Award on Friday, for her efforts to bring an end to elder abuse in the community. Christian has worked tirelessly on the issue of elder abuse and neglect for the last 14 years.

 ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MINNESOTA (Golden Valley), Star Tribune, June 14, 2013
Charge: Ex-con duped Courage Center security, had sex repeatedly with vulnerable client
http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/211603211.html
A convicted felon had sex numerous times with a vulnerable adult at Courage Center in Golden Valley, posing as a personal care attendant to dupe security for months and slip into the facility’s assisted dressing rooms with the brain-damaged woman, according to a felony charge filed this week.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (Cornwall, United Kingdom), SWNS, June 14, 2013
Five workers from care centre for vulnerable adults suspended over welfare concerns
http://swns.com/news/workers-care-centre-vulnerable-adults-suspended-welfare-concerns-36719/
Five members of staff at a day care centre for vulnerable adults have been suspended after welfare concerns were raised. An investigation has now been launched into the running of Morley Tamblyn Lodge at Liskeard in Cornwall which provides services for people with learning disabilities.

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 Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA), the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), and the Academy for Professional Excellence present the webinar, “Involving Elected Officials in Coalitions,” will be held on June 27^th, 2013 at 1pm EDT/Noon CDT/11amMDT/10am PST.  Please register by emailing academylms@projects.sdsu.edu.  

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       The Illinois Department on Aging’s 2013 Adult Protection and Advocacy Conference will be held on August 1-2, 2013, at the Chicago Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort. On July 31^st, Illinois’ 2^nd Annual Financial Summit will be held in conjunction with the conference. For more information, and to register, go to http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/conferences/APAconf.html

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 20^th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held on October 9-10, 2013 at the Albany Marriott Hotel in Albany, New York. Further details to follow.   

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Register here: http://www.cdaa.org/training/seminar-conference-registration?regevent_action=register&event_id=154

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NCEA Newsfeed – Friday, June 14, 2013 – 1 day until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

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Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Dear Abby, June 13, 2013
Dear Abby: Learn signs of elder abuse to prevent it from happening
http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/06/13/3445763/dear-abby-learn-signs-of-elder.html
The Dear Abby column draws much-needed attention to the growing problem of elder abuse.

2.         NATIONAL, Forbes, June 13, 2013
When Elder Abuse Hits Home
http://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2013/06/13/when-elder-abuse-hits-home/
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a columnist, former social worker, and elder advocate tells of her own encounter with elder abuse.

3.         NATIONAL, Health News Digest, June 12, 2013
1 in 5 Medical Professionals Seeing Older Victims of Financial Scams
http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Seniors_320/1-in-5-Medical-Professionals-Seeing-Older-Victims-of-Financial-Scams.shtml
A new Investor Protection Trust (IPT) online survey of 603 U.S. doctors and the nurses who work with them found that one in five doctors/nurses (21 percent) say that they are aware that they often are dealing with the elderly victims of investment fraud/financial exploitation.

4.         NATIONAL, Life Health Pro, June 13, 2013
Protecting seniors from financial scams
http://www.lifehealthpro.com/2013/06/13/protecting-seniors-from-financial-scams
In an effort to protect senior citizens from money swindles, U.S. regulators have released a new guide for teaching older adults how to detect financial scams and avoid being exploited. Additionally, Investor Protection Trust (IPT) reported the findings of a recent survey of doctors and nurses and the prevalence of elder financial fraud.

5.         ALABAMA (Florence), Times Daily, June 12, 2013
Activities bring awareness to elder abuse
http://www.timesdaily.com/news/local/article_311092e6-d30b-11e2-a6c9-10604b9f6eda.html
Local officials are trying to bring more attention to elder abuse through numerous activities associated with Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Thursday. Officials with area human resources departments will hold events in downtown Florence at Wilson Park and First Baptist Church, which is on Wood Avenue across from the park. Activities are planned from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

6.         ALABAMA (Jackson County), The Clarion, June 12, 2013
Elderly Abuse Awareness Day set for June 14
http://www.theclarion.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=6369:elderly-abuse-awareness-day-set-for-june-14&catid=42:clarion-rotation-stories&Itemid=142
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day will be commemorated this year in Jackson County on June 14. Activities include the signing of proclamations by the Jackson County Commission and the Scottsboro Mayor’s Office designating this date as World Abuse Awareness Day. Several of the local Home Health/Hospice organizations, DHR, and Health and Rehabilitation Centers will be wearing t-shirts in support of World Elder Abuse Awareness.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Eureka), Times-Standard, June 11, 2013
GRAY MATTERS: Elder Abuse Awareness Day focuses on prevention
http://www.times-standard.com/lifestyle/ci_23433241/gray-matters-elder-abuse-awareness-day-focuses-prevention
Each year the Humboldt County Adult Protective Services receives 1,100 to 1,300 referrals. Over half of the cases involve elders and one out of three is substantiated.

8.         CALIFORNIA (San Diego), NBC San Diego, June 12, 2013
Couple Pleads Guilty to Scamming Millions from Elderly
http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/Michael-Woodward-Melissa-Woodward-Plead-Guilty-Elderly-Insurance-Scam-211306691.html
A couple accused of scamming nearly $2 million from 238 senior citizens in San Diego has pleaded guilty, San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis announced Wednesday. Michael Woodward, 50, and his wife, Melissa Woodward, 47, were arrested at their home in Las Vegas on Apr. 10. The couple was then extradited to San Diego to face 11 felony charges including burglary, grand theft, theft from an elder and tax evasion.

9.         COLORADO (Englewood, Colorado), Fort Mill Times, June 13, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Western Union and Better Business Bureau Promote Fraud Awareness on U.N. Observance
http://www.fortmilltimes.com/2013/06/13/2756747/elder-abuse-awareness-day-western.html
The Western Union Company and Better Business Bureau today announced efforts to promote awareness of scams that target seniors. June 15th is the United Nations-designated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. BBB Scam Stopper was jointly launched by BBB and Western Union as a site to help consumers reduce their chances of becoming a victim of a scam.

10.       FLORIDA (Manatee County), My Sun Coast, June 11, 2013
Son charged in neglect of mother who had legs amputated
http://www.mysuncoast.com/news/manatee_newsroom/son-charged-in-neglect-of-mother-who-had-legs-amputated/article_e4e011a4-d2c8-11e2-8ea0-0019bb30f31a.html
Police have charged a Palmetto man with Elder Neglect and Elder Exploit after they say he delayed medical treatment to his ailing mother, resulting in her legs being amputated.

11.       FLORIDA (Panama City), News Herald, June 12, 2013
DCF to host elder abuse expo
http://www.newsherald.com/news/crime-public-safety/dcf-to-host-elder-abuse-expo-1.158185
Florida’s Department of Children and Families is trying to bring attention to abused, neglected and endangered elderly adults. “Thousands of elderly adults and adults with disabilities in Florida are mistreated each year by trusted family members, caregivers or others responsible for their well-being. Last year, DCF investigated more than 64,000 allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation of adults statewide,” officials wrote in a news release.

12.       IDAHO (Idaho Falls), Idaho Press, June 13, 2013
Idaho woman charged with elder abuse
http://www.idahopress.com/news/state/idaho-woman-charged-with-elder-abuse/article_8e1970a7-d1cc-5874-9f01-f21e37cf0a4d.html
An eastern Idaho woman has been charged with elder abuse after prosecutors say she stole money and medications from her 87-year-old grandmother and left the older woman without food.

13.       INDIANA (Indianapolis), Indiana Business Journal, June 12, 2013
New law helps protect seniors from unscrupulous relatives
http://www.ibj.com/web-story-template/PARAMS/article/41884
A new law is meant to help seniors fight back against more subtle manipulation that happens when a caregiver, friend or loved one uses intimidation—but not force—to gain access to money, credit cards or other resources. It takes effect on July 1.

14.       MAINE (Madison), WCSH 6, June 12, 2013
Advocates Seek to Prevent Elder Abuse
http://www.wcsh6.com/news/article/246700/2/Advocates-Seek-to-Prevent-Elder-Abuse
Advocates for the elderly estimate more than 33,000 seniors in Maine are the victims of elder abuse each year.  The abuse can come in many forms; neglect, financial exploitation, as well as physical and emotional abuse. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates one in nine seniors is victimized each year, and in the majority of those cases the victim knows their abuser.  In fact, 90% of the time that person is a family member.

15.       MARYLAND (Salisbury), WBOC, June 11, 2013
Salisbury Woman Arrested for Elder Abuse
http://www.wboc.com/story/22562239/salisbury-woman-arrested-for-elder-abuse
A Salisbury woman is behind bars following accusations that she abused an elderly person under her care. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office reports that last Thursday the 53-year-old suspect was taken into custody following an investigation into the abuse of a vulnerable adult. Police said that the elderly victim lived in squalid conditions that included feces-laden and urine-soaked bedding, along with a cockroach-infested bedroom.

16.       MASSACHUSETTS (West Boylston), Telegram, June 13, 2013
Police warn of phone scams
http://www.telegram.com/article/20130613/COULTER03/106149998/1330&TEMPLATE=COULTER
Police are warning residents of recent phone scams aimed at senior citizens. One type of scam last week cost a West Boylston resident $2,000. The man who was duped is not being identified, but Detective Marcello Tavano said the scam artists used a relatively common ploy of telling the victim his grandson had been in an accident and that he needed to send money right away to help with legal fees.

17.       MASSACHUSETTS (Westport), South Coast Today, June 11, 2013
Elder abuse conference is Thursday in Westport
http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130611/NEWS/306110330/-1/NEWS
Bristol Elder Services Inc. has received more than 2,000 elder abuse reports since last July and officials say they want to bring public attention to the problem. In recognition of the 8th annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Bristol and the Southeastern Alliance for Elders (SAFE) will host a conference called "STOP Elder Bullying" Thursday at White's of Westport, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., according to a news release.

18.       MICHIGAN (Flint), Michigan Live, June 13, 2013
Flint woman charged with embezzling mom’s Social Security to pay for vacations
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2013/06/flint_woman_charged_with_embez.html
A Flint woman is charged with embezzlement after authorities say she used her mother's Social Security money to pay for lavish vacations. The suspect was arraigned Wednesday, June 12, on one count of embezzlement after Adult Protective Services tipped off the Genesee County Sheriff's Elder Abuse task force to possible criminal activity.

19.       MINNESOTA (Anoka County), Twin Cities, June 11, 2013
How to spot – and stop – abuse of the elderly is focus of statewide campaign
http://www.twincities.com/minnesota/ci_23437871/elder-abuse-and-its-signs-are-focus-minnesota
A campaign called the Stop Abuse and Financial Exploitation of Elders in Minnesota Initiative, aims to arm Minnesotans with more information about elder abuse, which Anoka County attorney, Tony Palumbo said is growing as wealthy baby boomers age.

20.       MINNESOTA (Minneapolis), Star Tribune, June 11, 2013
Minnesota campaign raises alarm on toll of elder abuse
http://www.startribune.com/local/south/211134651.html
An ambitious public-awareness campaign launched Tuesday aims to put the brakes on abuse and exploitation of Minnesota’s growing elderly population. The MN S.A.F.E. Elders initiative, produced by a coalition of prosecutors, law enforcement officials and other advocates, includes a television documentary, trial notebooks for prosecutors, community tool kits and mobile apps for law enforcement to help spot abuse.

21.       MISSOURI (Kansas City), KSHB, June 11, 2013
Worried a scam artist may target your aging parent? Call For Action can help
http://www.kshb.com/dpp/money/consumer/call_for_action/worried-about-the-financial-or-physical-well-being-of-an-aging-parent-call-for-action-can-help
Are you concerned that an aging parent or grandparent may become the target of scam artists? Call For Action can help. Members of the Johnson County District Attorney's office, Kansas Legal Services and Kansas Adult Protective Services will be on hand to answer your questions. These are experts who investigate and prosecute financial and physical crimes against the elderly.

22.       NEVADA (Carson City), My News 4, June 13, 2013
Elder abuse on the rise in Nevada
http://www.mynews4.com/news/local/story/Elder-abuse-on-the-rise-in-Nevada/NOEapPye6UiCRk1pVURabA.cspx
According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services it's estimated 2.1 million older Americans fall victim to elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation each year. While the older adult population in Nevada continues to grow, State of Nevada Department of Health and Human Services Aging and Disability Services Division Social Services Manager Carrie Embree says the past several years Nevada has seen an increase in the abuse of older adults.

23.       NEW YORK (Manhattan), Daily Report Online, June 13, 2013
Ex-law Firm Accountant Charged In Thefts From Holocaust Survivor
http://www.dailyreportonline.com/PubArticleDRO.jsp?id=1202603974456&Exlaw_Firm_Accountant_Charged_In_Thefts_From_Holocaust_Survivor&slreturn=20130513214858
A former fiduciary accountant with Smith, Gambrell & Russell has been charged by the Manhattan District Attorney with stealing more than $1.2 million from a Holocaust survivor who was one of the firm's clients. From 2008 to 2010, the suspect stole more than 100 checks and forged them under the signature of Buchwald's lawyer, according to Manhattan prosecutors. The checks, made payable to the suspect, allegedly went toward his rent, consulting business, hot tub repairs, sporting events and other things, prosecutors said.

24.       NORTH CAROLINA (Jacksonville), Jacksonville Daily News, June 11, 2013
Walk to raise awareness about elder abuse
http://www.jdnews.com/news/local/walk-to-raise-awareness-about-elder-abuse-1.156984
The Eastern Carolina Council Agency on Aging will hold its second annual Elder Abuse Walk at the New River Waterfront Park in Jacksonville at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 14.

25.       OHIO (Scioto County), Portsmouth Daily Times, June 13, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness event June 13
http://www.portsmouth-dailytimes.com/view/full_story/22857766/article-Elder-Abuse-Awareness-event-June-13
The Scioto County Elder Abuse Task Force, along with the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) Wheelersburg Office, and a number of other local organizations, is planning a special event in recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Thursday, June 13 from 10 a.m. until noon in Portsmouth’s Tracy Park. The event is in recognition of Ohio’s Elder Abuse Awareness Day and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day that will be observed on June 15.

26.       PENNSYLVANIA (Adams County), Gettysburg Times, June 12, 2013
Survivors Inc. promotes awareness of elder abuse
http://www.gettysburgtimes.com/news/basket/article_dd45c974-c8ae-5d37-ab9a-95c8773883b7.html
On Wednesday, June 12, 2013, Adams County Commissioners will make a proclamation declaring June 15, 2013 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). The proclamation will take place in the historic courtroom located in the Adams County Courthouse in Gettysburg at 9 a.m. This marks the 7th annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. WEAAD was launched in 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization at the United Nations.

27.       PENNSYLVANIA (York County), YDR.com, June 12, 2013
York County elder abuse reports have increased, officials say
http://www.ydr.com/politics/ci_23446208/york-county-elder-abuse-reports-have-increased-officials
Elder abuse reports have increased in Pennsylvania and York County, officials said at Wednesday's county commissioners' meeting. In a proclamation, County Commissioner Doug Hoke said elder abuse reports in Pennsylvania increased by 35 percent from 2007 through 2011. Stephanie Frey, director of social services with the York County Area Agency on Aging, said York County has seen an increase, as well.

28.       TEXAS (Dallas), Daily Mail, June 12, 2013
Disabled father-of-seven, 61, dies after group of teenagers 'try to rob him then push him in front of traffic'
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2340209/Sam-Lee-Morris-killed-Disabled-father-seven-61-dies-group-teenagers-try-rob-push-traffic.html
A 61-year-old disabled father-of-seven has died after a group of teenagers attempted to rob him then pushed him into oncoming traffic on a Texas intersection. Sam Lee Morris was fighting for life when police found him laying unconscious in the road in the Oak Cliff district of Dallas on Saturday night, but he died of his injuries on the way to hospital. The diabetes sufferer who walked with a limp was attacked by the teens nearby his home as he returned from a convenience store at around 10 p.m.

29.       TEXAS (Travis), Statesman, June 12, 2013
More than 4 elderly abused or neglected daily in Travis
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/more-than-4-elderly-abused-or-neglected-daily-in-t/nYHLB/
Authorities last year on average responded to eight cases of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation daily in Travis County, with nearly 1,700 confirmed victims in all, state officials recently noted. According to officials with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, there were 3,000 cases of abuse or neglect in Travis County during Fiscal Year 2012, which covers Sept. 1, 2011 to Aug. 31, 2012. Of those cases, a total of 1,694 victims were confirmed.

30.       TEXAS (Wilco), Statesman, June 13, 2013
Nearly 2 victims of elder abuse or neglect daily in Wilco
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/nearly-2-victims-of-elder-abuse-or-neglect-daily-i/nYH24/
Authorities last year responded to more than 700 cases of elder abuse or neglect in Williamson County, with more than 500 confirmed victims, state officials recently noted. According to officials with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, there were 715 cases of abuse or neglect in Williamson County during Fiscal Year 2012, which covers Sept. 1, 2011 to Aug. 31, 2012. Of those cases, a total of 544 victims were confirmed.

31.       VIRGINIA (Fluvanna), The Fluvanna Review, June 12, 2013
Self Neglect; Elder Abuse At All-Time High
http://www.fluvannareview.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4834:self-neglect-elder-abuse-at-all-time-high&catid=34:headlines&Itemid=152
While APS caseloads have increased twofold in Fluvanna, the staff and their salaries have not, causing a serious backlog of unaddressed cases. With the number of people above the age of 60 expected to double in the Commonwealth of Virginia over the next two decades, the future success of the state-mandated APS program in Fluvanna County is under question.

32.       WEST VIRGINIA (Charleston), West Virginia Gazette, June 13, 2013
Elder abuse victims get help
http://www.wvgazette.com/News/201306130164
A shelter for victims of elder abuse has helped West Virginians gain their lives back.

33.       INTERNATIONAL (Edmonton, Canada), Edmonton Journal, June 13, 2013
Edmonton police charge woman with bilking three elderly men of more than $200,000
http://www.edmontonjournal.com/news/Edmonton+police+charge+woman+with+defrauding+three/8520330/story.html
A woman has been charged after three elderly Edmonton men were defrauded of more than $200,000. Police said Thursday they’re not ruling out the possibility other seniors may have been similarly targeted. Police investigated three similar frauds that occurred between 2010 and 2012 in which a woman targeted elderly men, gaining their sympathy to obtain money

34.       INTERNATIONAL (Kamloops, Canada), Kamloops Daily News, June 13, 2013
Council Briefs: Purple marks elder abuse awareness day
http://www.kamloopsnews.ca/article/20130612/KAMLOOPS0101/130619945/-1/kamloops01/council-briefs-purple-marks-elder-abuse-awareness-day
The iris is the symbol for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, and purple is the color associated with the flower as well as the event, Marion Anderberg told City council Tuesday. Anderberg is with the Kamloops Community Response Network and a promoter of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The day is aimed at recognizing the mistreatment of older adults and highlights the need for seniors to be able to live safely and with dignity, she said.

 

35.       INTERNATIONAL (Ontario, Canada), SOO Today, June 13, 2013
Loneliness, isolation make seniors easy targets for mistreatment, neglect
http://www.sootoday.com/content/news/details.asp?c=58121
For many older adults, loneliness and isolation make them easy targets for mistreatment and neglect. Elder abuse is defined as the mistreatment of senior people by those in a position of trust, power, or responsibility for their care.

36.       INTERNATIONAL (Poole, United Kingdom), Daily Mail, June 12, 2013
Daughter ordered to repay £300,000 into her dead mother's estate after judge rules she unintentionally exerted 'undue influence' in year before she died
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2340381/Daughter-ordered-repay-300-000-dead-mothers-estate-judge-rules-exerted-undue-influence.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Susan Burbidge, 47, was locked in a bitter legal war with her brothers and other family members over cash and property transfers made to her from her mother Phyllis Hart in the year before she died. In an acrimonious and enormously costly High Court struggle, her brothers, Ken and Paul Hart, accused Mrs Burbidge of taking control of their 'vulnerable' 86-year-old mother’s finances in the months before her death in 2008.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MICHIGAN (Lansing), ABC 10, June 13, 2013
New safeguards for Vulnerable Adults
http://abc10up.com/new-safeguards-for-vulnerable-adults/
The Department of Human Services has announced the Michigan Model Vulnerable Adult Protocol, or MI-MVP. The new protocol becomes the standard for the joint investigation of vulnerable adult abuse, neglect and exploitation statewide. MI-MVP was officially unveiled by DHS Director Maura Corrigan at the Michigan Summit on Elder Justice/At-Risk Adults held today in Grand Blanc.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Community Care, June 12, 2013 (Opinion)
How social workers’ lack of domestic abuse awareness fails vulnerable adults
http://www.communitycare.co.uk/articles/12/06/2013/119242/how-social-workers-lack-of-domestic-abuse-awareness-fails-vulnerable-adults.htm
Adult safeguarding professionals all too frequently try to manage domestic abuse referrals using only social care interventions, meaning the most effective option is missed, says Sarah Khalil.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Guardian, June 12, 2013
Gunman who shot disabled woman after killing partner jailed for 42 years
http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2013/jun/12/gunman-shot-disabled-woman-executing-partner
A gunman who tried to kill a disabled woman after shooting her partner dead in a "cold-blooded, deliberate execution" has been jailed for a minimum of 42 years. Daniel Bidace Anthony, 30, fired twice at double leg amputee Amy Ashitey, 28, as she lay in bed. One bullet pierced part of her lung and remains lodged in her body, while the other missed before the gun jammed, the Old Bailey heard.

 

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         MISSOURI (Palmyra), STL Today, June 12, 2013
St. Charles County man with dementia and diabetes fond safe near Hannibal
http://www.stltoday.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/st-charles-county-man-with-dementia-and-diabetes-found-safe/article_ce5dcbbf-8da0-5804-8e89-41753bd19861.html
James Norman Moon, 81, who suffers from dementia and diabetes, was found safe after missing for 35 hours in Palmyra, Mo., just southwest of Hannibal, officials said.   He was found at about 5:30 p.m. about 86 miles from his home in St. Charles County.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (Winnipeg, Canada), CBC, June 13, 2013
Missing senior with dementia found safe
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/story/2013/06/13/mb-missing-albert-weber-dementia-winnipeg.html
A Winnipeg senior living with dementia was safely located on Thursday, after being missing for nearly 24 hours. Albert Weber, 59, has dementia and went missing from the Tache Centre in St. Boniface around 7 p.m. Wednesday.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (Kempshott, United Kingdom), This is Hampshire, June 13, 2013
Disabled woman screamed from her bed as raiders ransacked her house and stole her safe
http://www.thisishampshire.net/news/10480468.Disabled_woman_screamed_from_her_bed_as_raiders_ransacked_her_house_and_stole_a_safe/
A disabled woman screamed in terror after burglars broke into her home while she was alone in bed. Quadriplegic Laura Bincliffe, who is paralysed from the chest down, woke to the sound of someone repeatedly ringing the doorbell of her bungalow in Pack Lane, Kempshott, at around 1.30pm last Wednesday. The 41-year-old, who cannot move her legs and has limited movement in her arms, screamed and shouted at the men to leave her house after one of them claimed to be a builder delivering leaflets.

 

 

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• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

 

·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA), the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), and the Academy for Professional Excellence present the webinar, “Involving Elected Officials in Coalitions,” will be held on June 27^th, 2013 at 1pm EDT/Noon CDT/11amMDT/10am PST.  Please register by emailing academylms@projects.sdsu.edu.  

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       The Illinois Department on Aging’s 2013 Adult Protection and Advocacy Conference will be held on August 1-2, 2013, at the Chicago Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort. On July 31^st, Illinois’ 2^nd Annual Financial Summit will be held in conjunction with the conference. For more information, and to register, go to http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/conferences/APAconf.html

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 20^th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held on October 9-10, 2013 at the Albany Marriott Hotel in Albany, New York. Further details to follow.   

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Register here: http://www.cdaa.org/training/seminar-conference-registration?regevent_action=register&event_id=154

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         CALIFORNIA (Cypress), OC-Breeze, June 7, 2013
World elder abuse awareness at the Cypress Senior Center
http://www.oc-breeze.com/2013/06/07/34137_world-elder-abuse-awareness-at-the-cypress-senior-center/
UC Irvine’s Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect will be represented at the Cypress Recreation and Community Center to educate the public on elder abuse prevention.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Escondido), The Republic, June 8, 2013
5 San Diego officers shoot, kill felon wanted for elder abuse
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/c8f69c7ca83c4255ab9a788075452d1b/CA--Felon-Killed
Five officers shot and killed a felon wanted for elder abuse after he raised a homemade shotgun during a standoff, according to San Diego area police.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Barbara), Noozhawk, June 6, 2013
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event Planned in Santa Barbara
http://www.noozhawk.com/article/060613_world_elder_abuse_awareness_day_santa_barbara/
The Santa Barbara community will commemorate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and teach about their work to eliminate elder and dependent adult abuse at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at the grassy area next to the Dolphin Fountain at Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara.

4.         INDIANA (Saint Joseph County), Fox 28, June 10, 2013
Elder abuse awareness events planned
http://www.fox28.com/story/22550578/2013/06/10/events-planned-around-elder-abuse
Local officials are trying to raise awareness on a growing problem -- elder abuse. Nationwide, close to six million cases involving elder abuse is reported annually.  Nursing home incidents and financial theft are just a few examples. Officials in Saint Joseph County are setting up events this week to help educate the public.

5.         MAINE (Augusta), Sun Journal, June 8, 2013
Maine’s elderly at risk for abuse
http://www.sunjournal.com/news/columns-analysis/2013/06/08/jill-randall-maines-elderly-risk-abuse/1373734
According to the 2010 U.S. Census, Maine has the oldest population in the nation, with a median age of 42.7 years. Crimes against elders is largely unreported in the U.S. and in Maine, where it is estimated that about 84 percent of elder abuse cases go unreported. An estimated five percent of Maine’s elderly population were victims of abuse in 2009. Most abusers are relatives, friends or caregivers — very few are strangers.

6.         MICHIGAN (Berrien County), WSJM, June 10, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Day To Be Marked Friday Locally
http://www.wsjm.com/Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Day-To-Be-Marked-Friday-Loca/16557719
The abuse of elderly people can take many forms from physical to financial to emotional. Law enforcement throughout Berrien County will mark the annual Worldwide Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Friday in Coloma at North Berrien Senior Center, and Krista Hainey of Adult Protective Services says they get plenty of calls of potential abuse.

7.         MINNESOTA (St. Paul), WQOW, June 10, 2013
Coalition announces campaign to combat elder abuse
http://www.wqow.com/story/22550390/coalition-announces-campaign-to-combat-elder-abuse
A coalition of prosecutors, law officers, lawmakers and others is launching a statewide campaign to help identify and fight abuse of the elderly. The initiative being announced Tuesday is called Stop Abuse and Financial Exploitation of Elders in Minnesota, or MN S.A.F.E. Elders, for short.

8.         MISSOURI (Forsythe), Branson Tri-Lakes News, June 7, 2013
Man facing financial exploitation charges
http://www.bransontrilakesnews.com/news/article_b424dc3e-cf99-11e2-969c-001a4bcf887a.html
A Branson man was charged with financial exploitation last week for taking advantage of his mother’s bank accounts, according to authorities. The suspect is charged with one count of financial exploitation of the elderly, a class B felony, for events starting in January 2010, according to police documents.

9.         NEW YORK (Queens), New York Daily News, June 9, 2013
Queens nursing home director charged with losing dementia patient, lying about it
http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/queens/queens-nursing-home-director-charged-losing-dementia-patient-article-1.1367352
A Queens nursing home director has been charged with losing one of her dementia patients and then lying to investigators, authorities said Saturday. Alan Frazer, 74, remains missing two weeks after he walked out of the Far Rockaway facility run by Juliet Clifford.

10.       NORTH CAROLINA (Raleigh), News Observer, June 10, 2013
Learn financial fitness for seniors Thursday
http://www.newsobserver.com/2013/06/10/2953184/learn-financial-fitness-for-seniors.html
Older people in the Triangle can learn about such frequent pitfalls as investment fraud, identity theft and health-care scams at a Financial Fitness Fair for Seniors from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the Quorum Center, 323 W. Jones St., Raleigh. State and federal agencies are teaming up for the event, a resource fair where attendees can pick up information from a variety of sources. Federal regulators will present a new curriculum, “Money Smart for Older Adults: Prevent Financial Exploitation.”

11.       OHIO (Chillicothe), Chillicothe Gazette, June 10, 2013
Elder abuse in spotlight at event
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20130609/NEWS01/306090008/Elder-abuse-spotlightat-event?nclick_check=1
According to the Ohio Department of Aging, research estimates that, every five seconds, an elder is abused and the vast majority of those cases are left unreported. Local officials are hoping a Saturday event — World Elder Abuse Awareness Day — will help seniors spot abuse and how to report it.

12.       OHIO (Zanesville), My Fox 28, June 7, 2013
ONLY ON: Tour of Closing Nursing Homes
http://www.myfox28columbus.com/shared/news/features/top-stories/stories/wsyx_alleged-neglect-prompts-state-shutdown-zanesville-nursing-home-24298.shtml
The Ohio Department of Health plans to shut down a 91-resident nursing home after hidden camera footage captured patient neglect and abuse. Autumn Health Care has been on the state's "special focus facilities" list since 2008 due to severe deficiencies found during inspections dealing with food handling and patient care.

13.       PENNSYVLANIA (Weatherly), Go Erie, June 7, 2013
Dementia patient accused in nursing home death
http://www.goerie.com/article/20130607/NEWS06/306079946/Dementia-patient-accused-in-nursing-home-death
A man with dementia is behind bars amid allegations that he killed another dementia patient in a central Pennsylvania nursing home. A 53-year-old man is charged with killing 85-year-old Margaret Lechleiter in April.

14.       RHODE ISLAND (Warwick), Providence Journal, June 8, 2013
Warwick, R.I., lawyer pleads not guilty to embezzling from elderly client
http://www.providencejournal.com/breaking-news/content/20130608-warwick-r.i.-lawyer-pleads-not-guilty-to-embezzling-from-elderly-client.ece
A suspended lawyer was arraigned Friday morning in Superior Court on charges that she stole $144,989 from a now-deceased 87-year-old woman for whom she’d been appointed guardian. The suspect pleaded not guilty to three felony counts: elder exploitation, embezzlement and larceny over $1,500.

15.       UTAH (Provo), Herald Extra, June 9, 2013
Conference to educate public on elder abuse
http://www.heraldextra.com/news/local/central/provo/conference-to-educate-public-on-elder-abuse/article_1fbe085d-9c24-5eba-aa63-0182fc036d63.html
Elder abuse comes in all shapes and sizes, ranging from physical abuse to neglect to financial fraud. With more and more of the population becoming seniors elder abuse in the on the rise, but many people don't know how to recognize or report elder abuse. A conference being put on by the Provo Police Department is aimed at helping the public, professionals and seniors themselves, know the resources available to them.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Northumberland, Canada), Northumberland Today, June 10, 2013
Protecting yourself from elder abuse
http://www.northumberlandtoday.com/2013/06/10/protecting-yourself-from-elder-abuse
While high-profile stories of elder abuse, such as the case of a Peterborough nursing home staffer shoving a feces-covered cloth in the face of an elderly woman, make headlines, 90% of abuse is actually perpetrated by family members and of a financial nature, says the chair of a Northumberland organization hosting this Wednesday's educational event.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Jerusalem, Israel), The Jerusalem Post, June 10, 2013
JDC Israel: 20% of elderly suffer abuse, neglect
http://www.jpost.com/National-News/JDC-Israel-20-percent-of-elderly-suffer-abuse-neglect-316048
Twenty percent of the elderly in Israel experience abuse and/or neglect, according to data released by the Welfare Ministry and the Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) on Monday, ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, on June 15.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Auckland, New Zealand), Scoop.co.nz, June 7, 2013
Financial elder abuse not just scam related
http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1306/S00085/financial-elder-abuse-not-just-scam-related.htm
In about 80 percent of elder abuse cases in New Zealand, the abusers were related to the older person. In about half of the cases, they were adult children.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Derbyshire, United Kingdom), Bakewell Today, June 10, 2013
Call for action against abuse on older people
http://www.bakewelltoday.co.uk/news/local/call-for-action-against-abuse-on-older-people-1-5754697
Older people across Derbyshire are being urged to call a helpline to get support and advice if they are being abused. Derbyshire County Council is calling on older people to contact the Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline if they need help and are hoping World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Saturday 15 June will help to highlight the issues.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         INDIANA (Valparaiso), Portage Community, June 6, 2013
Developmentally disabled woman to remain in jail
http://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/porter/portage/developmentally-disabled-woman-to-remain-in-jail/article_89bc348e-1225-5386-ae67-30828f9bb906.html
A developmentally disabled woman from Portage and her mother broke down in tears Thursday after a judge told them the disabled woman would not be allowed to leave jail to return home while her theft case proceeds. The woman was arrested May 31 on charges of resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct and theft. She's accused of taking beer from a refrigerator on a man's outdoor deck. The case attracted more attention after it was revealed police had used a Taser twice on Patrick during the arrest.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), Mercury News, June 10, 2013
Missing San Jose man with dementia found Sunday and reunited with his family
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_23425404/missing-san-jose-man-dementia-found-sunday-and
An 87-year-old man who suffers from dementia was found safely and reunited with his family after going missing for much of Sunday. Binh Le had disappeared after 9 a.m. from his home on south Second Street. He was found in the afternoon several blocks away on north First Street.

2.         CALIFORNIA (South Gate), Southgate-Lynwood Patch, June 9, 2013
Missing South Gate Man With Dementia Found Safe
http://southgate-lynwood.patch.com/groups/breaking-news/p/missing-south-gate-man-with-dementia-found-safe
A 74-year-old man with dementia who was reporting missing in South Gate was later found safe and sound, a police lieutenant said Sunday.

3.         NEW YORK (Glen Cove), Glen Cove Patch, June 7, 2013
Cops: Man’s Death a Suicide; Woman’s Cause of Death Unknown
http://glencove.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cops-glen-cove-man-died-of-suicide-womans-cause-of-death-unknown
Nassau and Glen Cove Police officials have provided new details of a woman in her 80s and a man about 58 found dead Wednesday in a Glen Cove home on Milford Lane. “It appears that the male is a suicide victim,” said Nassau County Det. Lt. John Azzata, adding that he died of a gun shot wound and there were multiple guns in the house. The female’s cause of death is still unknown, pending an autopsy report, he said. 

4.         WISCONSIN (Thiensville), Todays TMJ4, June 10, 2013
Missing Thiensville man with dementia found safe
http://www.todaystmj4.com/news/local/210797691.html
Police have found safe a missing elderly man with dementia who left his senior living center Sunday evening. According to police, George Mayer, 84, was last seen at about 8:00 p.m. Sunday wearing brown pants and a white and black short sleeve shirt. He was discovered Monday morning.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

 

·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA), the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), and the Academy for Professional Excellence present the webinar, “Involving Elected Officials in Coalitions,” will be held on June 27^th, 2013 at 1pm EDT/Noon CDT/11amMDT/10am PST.  Please register by emailing academylms@projects.sdsu.edu.  

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 20^th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held on October 9-10, 2013 at the Albany Marriott Hotel in Albany, New York. Further details to follow.   

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Register here: http://www.cdaa.org/training/seminar-conference-registration?regevent_action=register&event_id=154

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

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Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, June 6, 2013 – 9 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Healio, June 4, 2013
Psychological vulnerability increased risk for financial exploitation
http://www.healio.com/geriatric-medicine/assessment/news/online/%7BB33FB3E0-B5AF-4322-93CE-7D258CA2AB21%7D/Psychological-vulnerability-increased-risk-for-financial-exploitation
Older adults with extreme depression symptoms and low social status fulfillment are at greater risk for financial exploitation, according to new data.

2.         ARIZONA (Prescott), Prescott Enews, June 6, 2013
It Takes A Village
http://www.prescottenews.com/index.php/features/non-profits/better-business-bureau/item/21775-it-takes-a-village#axzz2VU41BZaD
PEAC (Prevention of Elder Abuse Coalition) is hosting an event on June 14th, Friday, from 9:00 to noon in recognition of the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The free event will take place at the Bob Stump VA Medical Center. The public will be able to visit with senior service providers who will have exhibits at the event. Seniors, their families and friends are invited to the June 14th event at no charge. Refreshments will be provided.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Imperial County), Imperial Valley Press, June 5, 2013
Imperial County agency hosts first-ever elder abuse conference
http://www.ivpressonline.com/news/ivp-imperial-county-agency-hosts-firstever-elder-abuse-conference-20130606,0,2459767.story
In an effort to help combat the problem, the Imperial County Area Agency on Aging hosted an all-day elder abuse conference in El Centro on Wednesday. Although the practice of physically restraining seniors is not the problem it was 20 years ago, “chemical restraint” is now more of a looming concern, said Anthony Chicotel, staff attorney for the California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Vallejo), San Francisco Gate, June 6, 2013
Vallejo couple charged in Berkeley elder abuse embezzlement case
http://blog.sfgate.com/inberkeley/2013/06/06/vallejo-couple-charged-in-berkeley-elder-abuse-embezzlement-case/
A married couple has been charged by the Alameda County district attorney’s office with elder abuse after authorities say they took about $842,000 from their alleged victim, some of which was spent on tuition at UC Berkeley and an Audi luxury coupe. Authorities said some of the cash was also spent, legitimately, on the alleged victim’s own living expenses.

5.         HAWAII (Honolulu), Sacramento Bee, June 6, 2013
Woman repays elderly victim in medical scam
http://www.sacbee.com/2013/06/06/5477129/woman-repays-elderly-victim-in.html
A woman who conned an elderly may into paying $22,000 for bogus medical care has repaid the money. Katy Sterio, 34, who has spent nearly a year in jail, repaid the money Wednesday as part of her plea deal to avoid a prison term of up to 10 years, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported. She remains under investigation and faces an August court appearance to determine whether she owes additional money that the man's family says is missing. Sterio pleaded guilty to four counts of financial elder abuse.

6.         HAWAII (Lihu’e), The Garden Island, June 5, 2013
Elder abuse grows as population matures
http://thegardenisland.com/news/local/elder-abuse-grows-as-population-matures/article_4f86e076-cd9e-11e2-82e4-001a4bcf887a.html
Tuesday, the county’s Office of Elderly Affairs and other representatives of organizations dealing with the elderly accepted a World Elder Abuse Awareness proclamation from Mayor Bernard Carvalho Jr. “We recognize that Kauai has the largest over 60 years of age population in the state of Hawaii, and with an aging baby boomer population, the issue of elder abuse will become a greater problem,” Carvalho said in the proclamation. “An estimated 6 million older Americans are abused annually, and every five minutes, an older adult is maltreated.”

7.         MARYLAND (Silver Spring), WUSA9, June 5, 2013
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day has seminars in Silver Spring
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/262207/189/200-Billion-Is-Scammed-From-Elderly-Yearly
There will be seminars in downtown Silver Spring Wednesday, June 12, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, to teach people about neglect, financial abuse and scams. Montgomery County State's Attorney John McCarthy and Chief of the Department of Aging, Jay Kenney invite you to join them to learn more about crimes against the elderly.

8.         MISSOURI (Joplin), South County Mail, June 4, 2013
Financial exploitation charge filed against Joplin man
http://southcountymail.com/news/financial-exploitation-charge-filed-against-joplin-man/article_bf888fb8-a951-5beb-a04b-2819e27dce82.html
An allegation of a paving company accepting two checks with only one signed contract by the customer has resulted in a Joplin man being charged with a felony. Financial exploitation of the elderly, a Class B felony, was filed May 16 against the suspect, age 25.

9.         PENNSYLVANIA (McAlester), McAlester News, June 5, 2013
Two McAlester women accused of exploiting elderly
http://mcalesternews.com/local/x1543061900/Two-McAlester-women-accused-of-exploiting-elderly
Two McAlester woman were recently accused of exploiting an elderly woman and taking over $100,000. The suspects were charged with one felony count of financial exploitation of the elderly. They are the victim’s daughter and granddaughter.

10.       PENNSYLVANIA (Weatherly), San Francisco Gate, June 6, 2013
PA dementia patient accused in nursing home death
http://www.sfgate.com/news/crime/article/Pa-dementia-patient-accused-in-nursing-home-death-4582444.php
A man with dementia is behind bars amid allegations that he killed another dementia patient in a central Pennsylvania nursing home. A nurse said at a hearing that the suspect pushed the victim after an evacuation due to a fire. The victim hit her head and later died. The suspect is in prison while his lawyer appeals to a higher court to dismiss the charges.

11.       VIRGINIA (Virginia Beach), Washington Post, June 3, 2013
Virginia Beach hosts training on elder abuse for Medicaid Fraud Control Unit representatives
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/virginia-beach-hosts-training-on-elder-abuse-for-medicaid-fraud-control-unit-representatives/2013/06/04/8db61fd0-cce3-11e2-8573-3baeea6a2647_story.html
More than 150 Medicaid Fraud Control Unit representatives from around the country are gathering in Virginia Beach for an elder abuse training program. The program will provide training on how to better spot, investigate and prosecute elder abuse.

12.       WASHINGTON (Olympia), King5, May 31, 2013
Worker accused of stealing rings off dementia patients
http://www.king5.com/news/cities/olympia/Nursing-aid-accused-of-stealing-rings-jewelry-from-dementia-patients-209725251.html
A nursing assistant is accused of stealing rings and jewelry from at least six senior citizens at an Olympia home for dementia patients. Thurston County prosecutors sought $7,500 in bail for the accused jewelry thief, but the judge released the suspect without bail. The woman was ordered to stay away from the victims and Garden Courte Memory Center.

13.       WEST VIRGINIA (Charleston), Daily Mail, June 5, 2013
Police allege man financially exploited elderly landlord
http://www.dailymail.com/policebrfs/201306050108
Authorities said a Raleigh County man swindled thousands from an elderly woman in Fayette County. The suspect was arrested Wednesday and charged with obtaining money under false pretenses and financial exploitation of the elderly after a lengthy investigation led by the Fayette Sheriff's Department. Both charges are felonies.

14.       WEST VIRGINIA (Charleston), WV Record, June 5, 2013
Man sues Beverly Enterprises, alleges nursing home negligence
http://wvrecord.com/news/260434-man-sues-beverly-enterprises-alleges-nursing-home-negligence
A Charleston man is suing Beverly Enterprises Inc. after he claims it engaged in nursing home negligence that caused injuries. The plaintiff claims the defendants failed to provide the necessary amount of fluid to Loretta Morton so as to prevent dehydration and failed to implement a plan of care to prevent and treat her risk of dehydration.

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Pickering, Canada), Durham Region, June 5, 2013
Durham elder abuse information day Saturday
http://www.durhamregion.com/news/article/1625025--durham-elder-abuse-information-day-saturday
The Durham Elder Abuse Network and Abbeylawn Manor Retirement Home in Pickering are hosting Rock with Ages Saturday, June 8 at Abbeylawn, featuring music, food, educational displays, silent auctions, fun and games. A grand prize features a limo ride and theatre tickets for two from First Glance Limo and Herongate Barn Theatre.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Vancouver, Canada), Canada.com, June 5, 2013
18 projects receive federal funding
http://www.canada.com/projects+receive+federal+funding/8480754/story.html
Seniors in Vancouver Island will soon have new opportunities to volunteer, mentor younger generations and help raise awareness of elder abuse thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP).

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Wellington, New Zealand), Scoop.co.nz, June 6, 2013
It is time to stop elder abuse
http://community.scoop.co.nz/2013/06/it-is-time-to-stop-elder-abuse/
People must not turn a blind eye if they suspect an older person is being abused or neglected and Age Concern New Zealand continues to spread this message. Age Concern has just launched its Always Respected, Never Abused campaign, ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Saturday June 15.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Hobart, Tasmania), ABC, June 5, 2013
Elder abuse statistics worry Minister
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-06-05/elder-abuse-statistics-worry-minister/4735800?section=tas
Tasmania's Minister for Human Services Cassy O'Connor has told a budget estimates hearing 120 cases of elder abuse had been reported to the abuse helpline by the end of March. The helpline and awareness campaign were launched in August last year with more than $100,000 in state funding.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Leytonstone, United Kingdom), The Guardian, June 4, 2013
Whipps Cross Hospital nurse left dementia patients ‘screaming in pain’
http://www.guardian-series.co.uk/news/wfnews/10461128.Whipps_Cross_nurse_left_dementia_patients_screaming_in_pain/
Dementia patients were left screaming in pain after they were beaten and neglected by hospital care assistants at Whipps Cross Hospital, a court heard yesterday. Three suspects now face a total of 16 charges, stretching from February 27 to April 30 last year.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Limavady, United Kingdom), BBC, June 5, 2013
Limavady care home staff suspended in abuse probe
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-22777376
A number of staff have been suspended from a Limavady care home while the police investigate an allegation of abuse of vulnerable adults. In a statement, the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) said it has been notified of an investigation into allegations of abuse at the nursing home under the Protocol for the Joint Investigation of Alleged and Suspected Cases of Abuse of Vulnerable Adults.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         INTERNATIONAL (Victoria, Australia), Herald Sun, June 5, 2013
Essendon’s chiropractor charged disabled patients $45,000 for unproven treatments
http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/essendons-chiropractor-charged-disabled-patient-45000-for-unproven-treatments/story-fni5ezdm-1226657449801
Dr Malcolm Hooper was yesterday found to have charged a disabled patient almost $45,000 for unproven treatments. The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal found he engaged in professional misconduct by charging a patient with cerebral palsy for 150 hours of unproven oxygen therapies and by making unfounded claims about his ability to treat more than 30 conditions, including cerebral palsy, cancer, multiple sclerosis, infertility and autism.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (St. Blazey, United Kingdom), June 6, 2013
Disabled man ‘devastated’ over canary theft
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-22798850
Thieves have broken into an aviary in mid Cornwall and stolen six canaries owned by a disabled and partially-blind man. The neighbors were so upset by the crime that they bought the victim two new canaries.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         NEW YORK (Glen Cove), Wall Street Journal, June 6, 2013
Police say 1 of 2 found dead in NY home a suicide
http://online.wsj.com/article/AP1206fb434a8b4338afc13f1c10b00071.html
Police say one of two people found dead in a home on Long Island committed suicide. Nassau County police say the bodies of an 84-year-old woman and a 58-year-old man were discovered Wednesday in a home in Glen Cove after Adult Protective Services received an anonymous phone call. Lt. John Azzata said Thursday that the man committed suicide. He said the medical examiner will determine the woman's cause of death.

2.         NEW YORK (Glen Cove), Long Island News 12, June 6, 2013
Police: 2 found dead at Milford Lane home in Glen Cove
http://longisland.news12.com/news/police-2-found-dead-at-milford-lane-home-in-glen-cove-1.5418703?firstfree=yes
Police say a 58-year-old male was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. It's not confirmed how the 84-year-old female that was also found inside died. Police believe it may have been from natural causes.

3.         NEW YORK (Glen Cove), Long Island Press, June 6, 2013
Glen Cove Pair Found Dead
http://www.longislandpress.com/2013/06/06/glen-cove-pair-found-dead/
Two people were found dead inside a Glen Cove home after Adult Protective Services officials responded to check on their well-being on Wednesday morning, authorities said.

4.         OKLAHOMA (Oklahoma City), KFOR, June 5, 2013
Dementia patient survives four days in the woods
http://kfor.com/2013/06/05/dementia-patient-survives-four-days-in-the-woods/
An 86-year-old man with dementia wandered away from his home and a Silver Alert was unsuccessful. Four days later, the man was found by a neighbor, having fended for himself in the woods for four days in inclement weather.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA), the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), the National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA), and the Academy for Professional Excellence present the webinar, “Involving Elected Officials in Coalitions,” will be held on June 27^th, 2013 at 1pm EDT/Noon CDT/11amMDT/10am PST.  More information to follow.

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 20^th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held on October 9-10, 2013 at the Albany Marriott Hotel in Albany, New York. Further details to follow.   

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Register here: http://www.cdaa.org/training/seminar-conference-registration?regevent_action=register&event_id=154

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

National Center on Elder Abuse
Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, June 03, 2013 – 12 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         CALIFORNIA (Eureka), The Times-Standard, May 31, 2013
Man arrested on suspicion of elder abuse
http://www.times-standard.com/news/ci_23360027/man-arrested-suspicion-elder-abuse
The Eureka Police Department arrested a man on suspicion of elder abuse while serving a search warrant for suspected drug activity on the 3400 block of Elizabeth Street on Wednesday. Eureka PD is asking anyone with information concerning suspected drug activity or other nuisances occurring in Eureka to call the Problem

2.         CALIFORNIA (Truckee), KTVN, May 28, 2013
Man Arrested on Elder Abuse, Fraud Charges
http://www.ktvn.com/story/22407971/man-arrested-on-elder-abuse-fraud-charges
Truckee Police have arrested a 48-year-old man on multiple counts of check fraud, forgery, theft, burglary and financial elder abuse charges. Officers say they learned of the alleged crimes from family members. They say the suspect had been stealing money and other items from his family members for several months.

3.         FLORIDA (Tallahassee), The Legal Examiner, May 30, 2013

Florida Attempts to Limit Punitive Damages in Nursing Home Lawsuits
http://westvirginia.legalexaminer.com/nursing-home-and-elder-abuse/florida-attempts-to-limit-punitive-damages-in-nursing-home-lawsuits-.aspx?googleid=308804
To "keep predatory trial attorneys from using punitive damages to inflate the cost of settlements in nursing home claims," the FCHA, which represents 500 of Florida’s nearly 700 nursing home facilities, is supporting a new bill sponsored by Senator Bill Galvano, R-Bradenton, that would require plaintiffs to present "clear and convincing" evidence to a judge before being allowed to pursue punitive damages in court.

4.         IOWA (Des Moines), KMA Land, June 3, 2013
Elder abuse awareness raised
http://kmaland.com/03997_ELDER_ABUSE_AWARENESS_162615.asp
Officials with the Iowa Department of Aging are getting the word out about elder abuse. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and in conjunction with that event, Communications Director Machelle Shaffer says they are focusing on two major topics, denial of critical care and self-neglect, both of which are considered a silent suffering. Shaffer says while June 15th is a good time to raise awareness of the dangers of elder abuse, their goal is to make people aware of it every single day.

5.         MASSACHUSETTS (Newbury), Newbury Port News, May 31, 2013
Not enough protection for elders
http://www.newburyportnews.com/opinion/x2026368267/Not-enough-protection-for-elders
Massachusetts Protective Services follows a policy of “self-determination” when investigating abuse complaints. If an elder is “of capacity,” even while being influenced by an abuser, the elder can “self-determine” the scope of Protective Service’s abuse investigation, limiting the people investigators contact when they research the complaint.

6.         MINNESOTA (Red Wing), Post Bulletin, May 31, 2013
Red Wing program about elder abuse is June 12
http://www.postbulletin.com/news/local/red-wing-program-about-elder-abuse-is-june/article_50a2227d-90d3-5bd8-ae01-d7c03585569a.html
An educational program has been planned for June 12 in Goodhue County to raise awareness about elder abuse. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day will be held June 15. It will feature informational booths and guest speakers, including Red Wing Police Chief Roger Pohlman, Red Wing attorney and interim mayor Lisa Bayley and others.

7.         MISSISSIPPI (Rankin County), WJTV, May 30, 2013
Rankin County Resident Going to Prison for Exploitation
http://www.wjtv.com/story/22461555/rankin-county-resident-going-to-prison-for-exploitation
A Rankin County resident is going to prison for exploitation of an 85-year-old victim, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. Kenneth A. Cauthen, 51, who has lived in both Hinds and Rankin Counties, pleaded guilty Tuesday before Judge John Emfinger in Rankin County Circuit Court to Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult, who  was 85- years- old at the time of the crime and suffering from dementia. Cauthen received a sentence of 10 years.

8.         MISSOURI (Sikeston), KZIM News Radio, June 3, 2013
Elder abuse in Sikeston, grandson is suspect
http://pro.kzim-am.tritonflex.com/common/more.php?m=49&action=blog&r=1&post_id=30071
Sikeston DPS arrest a 22 year old Sikeston man for allegedly choking his grandmother. The victim who reported that her 22 year old grandson pushed and choked her after becoming angry over $40.  A neighbor ran to the victim’s aid when the she sounded the car alarm to summon help.

9.         NORTH CAROLINA (Greenville), WITN, May 31, 2013
Greenville Walk Event Raises Awareness Of Elder Abuse
http://www.witn.com/home/headlines/Greenville-Walk-Event-Raises-Awareness-Of-Elder-Abuse-209607811.html
Local officials came together in Greenville to raise awareness about abuse of the elderly. June is elder abuse awareness month. Members of the Greenville Police Department and Mayor Allen Thomas joined the Pitt County Violence in Aging council for an awareness walk at Alice Keene Park.

10.       OREGON (Albany), Democrat Herald, June 1, 2013
Elder abuse awareness day
http://democratherald.com/news/local/people/elder-abuse-awareness-day/article_d8393508-ca43-11e2-885f-0019bb2963f4.html
Scott Bond, the Director of Senior and Disability Services for Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments, details common forms of elder abuse and the resources available throughout the state.  

11.       OREGON (Salem), Oregon Live, June 3, 2013
Reporting elder abuse, smoking with kids in cars, family leave: Oregon Legislature today
http://www.oregonlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2013/06/reporting_elder_abuse_smoking.html
House Bill 2205 adds lawmakers, attorneys, dentists, optometrists and chiropractors to the list of mandatory reporters. The duty would apply around the clock, and not just when the person is working in his or her professional capacity. Lawyers and clergy would not have to report abuse if the information was learned through privileged communications.

12.       INTERNATIONAL (Luton, United Kingdom), Luton Today, May 31, 2013
Patient with dementia sent home alone
http://www.lutontoday.co.uk/news/patient-with-dementia-sent-home-alone-1-5147738
Hospital bosses say they are working hard to improve discharge procedures after an audit showed a list of errors. The audit covered the first three months of 2013, during which time two patients were discharged with their cannulas still in. One of these was taken back to their residential home with no discharge letter or medication, and in a wheelchair with no footplates or brakes. Another patient with dementia was sent home without their family being told. They were left on their own at home with their medication.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         SOUTH CAROLINA (Simpsonville), Greenville Online, May 31, 2013
2 Simpsonville men charged with meth crimes
http://www.greenvilleonline.com/article/20130531/NEWS06/305310091/2-Simpsonville-men-charged-meth-crimes?nclick_check=1
After narcotics investigators served a warrant, two men were arrested Friday morning on multiple methamphetamine charges at a home on West Curtis Street in Simpsonville, according to authorities and warrants. A vulnerable adult was also present in the home, which prompted a charge against one of the men.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Cupertino), KTVU, May 30, 2013
Man with dementia found after spending the night outside
http://www.ktvu.com/news/news/local/rescuers-searching-missing-man-suffering-dementia/nX7c2/
A man suffering from dementia and reported missing from his Cupertino home Thursday was found this morning hiding behind a chain link fence at a middle school, a Santa Clara County sheriff's spokesman said.

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Funding Opportunities:

• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 20^th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held on October 9-10, 2013 at the Albany Marriott Hotel in Albany, New York. Further details to follow.   

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Register here: http://www.cdaa.org/training/seminar-conference-registration?regevent_action=register&event_id=154

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Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
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Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, May 30, 2013 – 16 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

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Enter any state to see the map of the U.S.  Add your event at http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/WEAADform.aspx

Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         ALABAMA (Franklin County), Franklin County Times, May 29, 2013
New law aims at strengthening elder abuse cases
http://www.franklincountytimes.com/2013/05/29/new-law-aims-at-strengthening-elder-abuse-cases/
Local officials are applauding new laws passed during the recent legislative session that are aimed at protecting Alabama’s elderly residents from abuse and neglect. A new bill passed this week extends and strengthens legal protections from financial exploitation and physical or emotional abuse for all people aged 60 and older.

2.         ALABAMA (Montgomery), Dothan Eagle, May 24, 2013
New laws clamp down on elder abuse
http://www.dothaneagle.com/news/article_7ffc2cd0-c4bf-11e2-ad01-0019bb30f31a.html
A new legislative act will help protect senior citizens from abuse, neglect and exploitation. The Protecting Alabama’s Elders Act, passed this week by the Alabama House and Senate, better defines abuse of the elderly and strengthens financial protection for individuals 60 and older.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Millbrae), Millbrae Patch, May 24, 2013
Millbrae Caretaker to Stand Trial on Assault, Elder Abuse Charges
http://millbrae.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/millbrae-caretaker-to-stand-trial-on-assault-elder-abuse-charges
A caretaker accused of hitting an elderly Millbrae man on the head with his own walker, causing serious injuries, will stand trial on assault and elder abuse charges, according to San Mateo County prosecutors.

4.         COLORADO (Denver), Denver Post, May 28, 2013
Colorado now has an elder-abuse law
http://blogs.denverpost.com/thespot/2013/05/28/elder-abusecolorado-now-has-an-elder-abuse-law/96800/
Colorado used to be one of three states without an elder-abuse law but not anymore, thanks to the work of a task force that met last summer and bipartisan legislation that was signed into law this month. The bill requires professionals in health care, finance, social work and law enforcement to report elder abuse.

5.         COLORADO (Fremont), Canon City Daily Record, May 28, 2013
Fremont County Commissioners recognize day to protect elderly
http://www.canoncitydailyrecord.com/ci_23341315/fremont-county-commissioners-recognize-day-protect-elderly
Just as designated professionals are mandated by law to report child maltreatment, beginning in July 2014, certain individuals also will be mandated to report abuse and exploitation of the elderly.

6.         FLORIDA (Tallahassee), Keys News, May 26, 2013
Help elderly loved ones avoid financial abuse
http://keysnews.com/node/47856
It's unfortunate, but true: The elderly population may be the most vulnerable group in our society. In fact, in an effort to call attention to the problems of physical, emotional and financial abuse of the elderly, the United Nations has designated June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The author give several tips to avoid elder abuse.  

7.         IOWA (Des Moines), Radio Iowa, May 29, 2013
Department on Aging urges education to prevent elder abuse
http://www.radioiowa.com/2013/05/29/department-on-aging-urges-education-to-prevent-elder-abuse/
The Iowa Department on Aging is trying to make everyone aware of possible abuse of the elderly. Department spokesperson, Machelle Shaffer, says elder abuse is the “abuse, neglect and financial exploitation” of anyone who is age 60 or older. And they are urging people to educate themselves about the problem.

8.         MAINE (Augusta), Kennebec Journal, May 28, 2013
Bill to crack down on financial abuse of elderly passes in Maine House
http://www.kjonline.com/news/Bill-to-crack-down-on-financial-abuse-of-elderly-passes-in-Maine-House.html
A new bill in Maine seeks to give the elderly more protection from financial abuse — an issue that is expected to mushroom as the state's population continues to age. The bill, L.D. 527, passed in the Maine House of Representatives on Tuesday and now awaits votes in the Senate. It would clarify state law to say those with dementia and other cognitive impairments are unable to consent to financially abusive conduct by caregivers that would be criminal without the consent defense.

9.         MICHIGAN (Flint), M Live, May 24, 2013
Flint woman pleads guilty to embezzling from dementia patient to pay for online shopping, cellphone bills
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2013/05/flint_woman_pleads_guilty_to_e.html
A Flint woman has pleaded guilty to embezzling money from a dementia patient whose finances she was entrusted with managing. Veronica Pitts, 47, pleaded guilty Tuesday, May 21, to one count of embezzling $1,000-$20,000 from a vulnerable adult after she obtained a conservatorship for a man who began showing signs of dementia around 2006. The charge is punishable by up to five years in prison.

10.       MINNESOTA (Le Seur County), KEYC, May 27, 2013
Jordan Man Faces Felony Financial Exploitation Charges
http://www.keyc.tv/story/22420144/jordan-man-faces-felony-financial-exploitation-charges
A 46-year-old Jordan man is accused of financially exploiting a vulnerable adult. According to the criminal complaint filed in Le Sueur County, the suspect is accused of depositing over $1,600 of the victim's money in his own banking account and taking roughly $4,500 of social security benefits over nine months. The victim lives in a nursing facility and suffers from dementia. Reportedly that nursing home has not been paid and there's a $23,000 bill for the victim's care.

11.       MONTANA (Colstrip), Billings Gazette, May 30, 2013
Colstrip woman charged with felony elder abuse at veteran’s home
http://billingsgazette.com/news/local/colstrip-woman-charged-with-felony-elder-abuse-at-veteran-s/article_dfa5145a-0d1f-5648-a571-a983e290b114.html
A Rosebud County woman has been charged with four counts of felony elder abuse related to patients at the Eastern Montana Veteran's Home in Glendive. The charges stem from a complaint that the director of nursing made to the Glendive Police on Jan. 29 when she told police that she had been receiving various email messages from staff who said the suspect was abusing the residents, according to court documents.

12.       MONTANA (Glendive), SF Gate, May 30, 2013
Woman charged with abusing men at veterans home
http://www.sfgate.com/news/crime/article/Woman-charged-with-abusing-men-at-veterans-home-4562717.php
A woman has been charged with abusing four residents at a home for veterans in Montana, including three in a ward for people with dementia.

13.       MONTANA (Helena), KXLH, May 29, 2013
Montana elder abuse hotline open during regular business hours
http://www.kxlh.com/news/montana-elder-abuse-hotline-open-during-regular-business-hours/
The Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services runs a state hotline for elder abuse reports that is only manned during regular business hours. If someone is in immediate danger they recommend calling 911 as soon as possible.

14.       NEBRASKA (Kearney), Kearney Hub, May 29, 2013
Stop victimizing the elderly
http://www.kearneyhub.com/news/opinion/stop-victimizing-the-elderly/article_20335a32-c887-11e2-bd71-001a4bcf887a.html
The Senior Medicare Patrol, administered by the South Central Nebraska Agency on Aging, exists to help empower seniors to prevent, detect and report health care fraud and abuse. Protecting your personal information is the best line of defense, however, even when you do everything right, there is still a chance that you could be a target. Every day, seniors get ripped off by scam artists. It is important to report suspected errors, fraud or abuse immediately.

15.       NEW JERSEY (Trenton), Philly.com, May 30, 2013
N.J. program to monitor guardians of elderly
http://www.philly.com/philly/news/local/20130530_N_J__program_to_monitor_guardians_of_elderly.html
Amid reports of ongoing financial abuse and spotty oversight, Stuart Rabner, the chief justice of the state Supreme Court, has launched a statewide program to monitor court-appointed guardians of the elderly and disabled.

16.       TEXAS (Lubbock), Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, May 30, 2013
Adult Protective Services raises awareness for Elder Abuse Awareness Month
http://lubbockonline.com/local-news/2013-05-27/adult-protective-services-raises-awareness-elder-abuse-awareness-month#.Uafr89LnvTo
An estimated 2,272 cases of elder abuse were confirmed in Region 1 in Texas, which includes Lubbock, in the latest reporting period from September 2012 to April 2013.

17.       WISCONSIN (Milton), The Chicago Tribune, May 24, 2013
Northwest Side man charged with elder abuse in Wisconsin
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-05-24/news/chi-northwest-side-man-charged-with-elder-abuse-in-wisconsin-20130524_1_elder-abuse-northwest-side-man-disabled-man
A Northwest Side man hired as a caregiver for an elderly, disabled man faces a felony abuse charge after police in Milton, Wis., found the disabled man in unclean conditions and suffering from suspicious injuries, police said. The victim, a 76-year-old Milton man, was being treated at Mercy Milton Medical Center in Milton, police said in a news release. Police found the victim had been left in a soiled diaper and bedclothes saturated with his own urine and feces. Investigators believe he had been left that way for at least 24 hours.

18.       WISCONSIN (Milton), Milwaukee Wisconsin Journal Sentinel, May 24, 2013
Chicago man charged in Wisconsin elder abuse case
http://www.jsonline.com/news/wisconsin/chicago-man-charged-in-wisconsin-elder-abuse-case-b9918339z1-208808061.html
A Chicago man accused of abusing the 76-year-old Milton man he was supposed to care for is expected in court Friday, the Wisconsin State Journal reports. The 35-year-old Chicago man was arrested by Milton police Thursday on a tentative charge of abuse of an individual at risk and one of the allegations is that he left the elderly man in a soiled diaper for more than one day.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Brisbane, Australia), The Australian, May 30, 2013
Seniors back elderly abuse laws
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/state-politics/seniors-back-elderly-abuse-laws/story-e6frgczx-1226653315317
Seniors are backing a coroner's call for the creation of a new criminal offence to punish carers who neglect the elderly, in the wake of the death of 88-year-old Cynthia Thoresen, a woman left bedridden, covered in feces and screaming in pain from an undiagnosed broken leg for at least three weeks by her carer daughter.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), Sacramento Bee, May 26, 2013
Nurse admits murdering 11 in Sydney nursing home
http://www.sacbee.com/2013/05/26/5450253/nurse-admits-murdering-11-in-sydney.html
A nurse has pleaded guilty to murdering 11 elderly people by setting fire to the Sydney nursing home where he worked.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (Brampton, Canada), Brampton Guardian, May 29, 2013
Walk to show your support for abused seniors
http://www.bramptonguardian.com/community-story/3241742-walk-to-show-your-support-for-abused-seniors/
Of the 150,000 seniors who live in Peel, it’s estimated at least 15,000 are dealing with elder abuse, yet, there are no housing units or shelters for them. It’s a situation Peel Elder Abuse Prevention Network (PEAPN) wants to change.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (Delta, Canada), Delta-Optimist, May 29, 2013
Officer recognized for efforts to protect seniors from fraud
http://www.delta-optimist.com/life/Officer+recognized+efforts+protect+seniors+from+fraud/8448703/story.html
A Delta police officer was recognized this week for his commitment to provide seniors with the tools to avoid falling victim to fraud. On Monday, Const. Steve Wilson received the Simon Fraser Gerontology 2013 Elder Abuse Awareness to Action Award, presented in recognition of outstanding contributions in the field of elder abuse prevention.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (Montreal, Canada), CJAD, May 30, 2013
Elder abuse cases on the rise
http://www.cjad.com/CJADLocalNews/entry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10551001
There has been a drastic jump in the number of cases of elder abuse the Human Rights Commission has taken on during the past 5 years. The Journal de Montreal reports that the commission investigated 104 cases in 2012-2013 compared to just 11 in 2007.

24.       INTERNATIONAL (Northumberland, Canada), Northumberland View, May 30, 2013
Local News: Seniors Deserve Respect, Dignity And Protection
http://www.northumberlandview.ca/index.php?module=news&type=user&func=display&sid=22573
The Northumberland Elder Abuse Response Network (NEARN) values the importance of seniors in our community and extends an invitation to seniors and caregivers to attend its annual educational event to learn about planning ahead and making decisions to protect their rights and dignity.

25.       INTERNATIONAL (Napier, Wisconsin), Newstalk ZB, May 24, 2013
Elderly Napier woman fused to couch
http://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/auckland/news/nbnat/229989645-elderly-napier-woman-fused-to-couch
There is horror at the case of an elderly Napier woman found fused to furniture after apparently having been confined to a couch for at least three years. The woman's daughter, who is aged in her fifties, is facing a charge of failing to provide the necessaries of life.

26.       INTERNATIONAL (Richmond, New Zealand), Stuff.co.nz, May 30, 2013
Abuse of elderly a growing concern
http://www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/communities/8735449/Abuse-of-elderly-a-growing-concern
People are vigilant about child abuse but Age Concern Nelson says elder abuse is an equally big problem. The Richmond-based organization is holding a fashion show and afternoon tea on June 12 for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, with clothing by Fashion Central on display.

27.       INTERNATIONAL (Whangarei, New Zealand), Stuff.co.nz, May 28, 2013
Elders often abused by own family
http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/northland/whangarei-leader/8722254/Elders-often-abused-by-own-family
Elder abuse has many forms but family members stealing money is the most common in Whangarei. That's the finding of Whangarei-based elder abuse and neglect prevention coordinator Heather Campbell from Age Concern New Zealand.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MARYLAND (Baltimore), Owings Mills Patch, May 28, 2013
Caregiver Guilty of Abusing Disabled Adult in Owings Mills Facility
http://owingsmills.patch.com/articles/caregiver-guilty-of-abusing-disabled-adult-in-owings-mills-facility
A Baltimore man has been found guilty of abusing and assaulting a disabled adult in an Owings Mills facility. Solomon Oscar Ankrah, 32, of Baltimore, faces up to 10 years in prison and a $2,500 fine for second-degree assault and five years in prison and a $5,000 fine for second-degree abuse of a vulnerable adult, according to a press release sent Friday from Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler’s office.

2.         MARYLAND (Baltimore), WBAL TV, May 24, 2013
Man found guilty of abusing vulnerable adult in Baltimore County
http://www.wbaltv.com/news/maryland/baltimore-city/man-found-guilty-of-abusing-vulnerable-adult-in-baltimore-county/-/10131532/20292622/-/1kxi20z/-/index.html
A jury has found a 32-year-old Baltimore man guilty of assault on a vulnerable adult living in a group home. Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler on Friday said Solomon Oscar Ankrah was found guilty of one count of assault in the second degree and one count of abuse of a vulnerable adult in the second degree following a two-day jury trial in Baltimore County Circuit Court.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (Adelaide, Australia), 9 News National, May 29, 2013
Adelaide mum starved disabled daughter to death
http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/2013/05/29/10/48/sa-mums-pleads-guilty-to-daughter-s-death
A former school principal has admitted killing her severely disabled daughter, who weighed just 12 kilograms when she died at the age of 27.

4.         INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), ABC, May 29, 2013
Mother admits to manslaughter over disabled daughter’s death
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-29/disabled-daughter-manslaughter-angela-puhle-mother/4719952
A woman charged with murdering her severely-disabled daughter has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the South Australian Supreme Court.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Pasadena), CBS Local, May 25, 2013
Elderly Man With Dementia Goes Missing In Pasadena
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2013/05/25/elderly-man-with-dementia-goes-missing-in-pasadena/
Pasadena police Saturday continued to search for a 73-year-old man with dementia who went missing after walking away from his care facility. Manuel Rojas was last seen about 10 p.m. Friday in the 1800 block of North Fair Oaks Avenue, police said in a department statement.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Sacramento), Fox 40, May 24, 2013
Missing Woman with Dementia Found Safe
http://fox40.com/2013/05/24/missing-woman-with-dementia-found-safe/
A 79-year-old woman who was reported missing from her Summer Falls Circle home has been found safe. Sheriff’s announced that she had been found around 3 p.m. Friday. She had been missing since 11 p.m. Thursday night.

3.         ILLINOIS (Orland), Orland Patch, May 26, 2013
Police Looking for Missing 62-Year-Old Woman With Dementia
http://orlandpark.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/orland-police-looking-for-missing-country-club-hills-72ad6be9d9
Police are searching for a 62-year-old Country Club Hills woman with dementia who went missing Saturday at Orland Square Mall, according to the Orland Park Police Department. Daisy Wells Bright was last seen at around 8 p.m. Saturday, May 25, sitting outside the Disney Store in the mall, a police press release stated.

4.         MAINE (Portland), ABC News, May 30, 2013
Elderly Man With Dementia Goes Missing in Maine, Found by Local News Crew
http://abcnews.go.com/US/man-dementia-missing-14-hours-found-news-crew/story?id=19282829#.UafywNLnvTo
A 73-year-old man with dementia went missing in Maine Monday but was found 14 hours later when he approached a news crew that was reporting on his disappearance.

5.         VIRGINIA (Harrisonburg), WHSV, May 29, 2013
Importance of Heat Safety for the Elderly
http://www.whsv.com/news/headlines/Importance-of-Heat-Safety-for-the-Elderly-209414211.html?ref=211
With this month being Elder Abuse Awareness Month, it's a danger that many forget to consider. "As the body gets older, it just does not modify itself to exposure to heat very well," said Stephen Phillips, the medical director at Rockingham Memorial Hospital. Phillips said he's seen a lot of elderly people go to the emergency room for heat related illnesses.

6.         INTERNATIONAL (Central Okangan, Canada), HQ Kelowna, May 26, 2013
UPDATE: Missing Kelowna man FOUND
http://hqkelowna.com/home/local/news/local/news/v/Local/195485/Kelowna-man-missing-with-Dementia-and-Down-Syndrome
Central Okanagan Search and Rescue had been conducting neighborhood inquiries which led to a resident checking his neighbor’s property. The resident located Mr. Jackie Miller in a camper at an area residence not far from where the missing man lives.  Police would like to thank Central Okanagan Search and Rescue and the public for their assistance in locating this gentleman. This man is home safe as a result of community volunteers and residents.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Annual Training Conference 2013 will take place at the Westin San Diego in San Diego, California and will feature a keynote on Elder Abuse. The conference will take place from May 29-31, 2013. For more info: http://www.nanasp.org/upcomingconferences.html

 ·       The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (VCPEA) will hold its 19^th annual conference in Virginia Beach at the Virginia Beach Resort and Conference Center on May 29-31, 2013. Conference information was been posted on the VCPEA website at http://www.vcpea.org

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Stay tuned for more information.

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

National Center on Elder Abuse
Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, May 23, 2013 – 23 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

Is your state represented on the national WEAAD map? http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/TakeAStand.aspx
Enter any state to see the map of the U.S.  Add your event at http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/WEAADform.aspx

Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Hometown Source, May 23, 2013
Klobuchar, Cornyn introduce bipartisan legislation to protect seniors from neglect and abuse by guardians
http://hometownsource.com/2013/05/23/klobuchar-cornyn-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-to-protect-seniors-from-neglect-and-abuse-by-guardians/
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Cornyn (R-TX) this week introduced bipartisan legislation to help protect seniors from neglect and financial exploitation. The Court-Appointed Guardian Accountability and Senior Protection Act would help crack down on elder abuse by strengthening oversight and accountability for guardians and conservators. The bill is similar to legislation the senators introduced last year.

2.         ALABAMA (Montgomery), WTVY, May 21, 2013
AG Luther Strange Applauds The Protecting Alabama’s Elders Act.
http://www.wtvy.com/news/headlines/AG-Luther-Strange-applauds--The-Protecting-Alabamas-Elders-Act-208421771.html
Attorney General Luther Strange applauded final legislative passage of the Protecting Alabama’s Elders Act. The bill extends and strengthens legal protections from financial exploitation and physical or emotional abuse for all people aged 60 and older.

3.         ALABAMA (Montgomery), San Francisco Gate, May 21, 2013
Alabama Legislature targets elder abuse
http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Alabama-Legislature-targets-elder-abuse-4533470.php
The Alabama Legislature is making it easier to prosecute people who abuse, neglect or financially exploit senior citizens. The House and Senate passed different versions of the bill earlier in the Senate and then agreed on the same version on Monday night shortly before the 2013 legislative session ended.

4.         ARIZONA (Navajo County), WMI Central, May 21, 2013
Elder Abuse Seminar scheduled for June 6
http://www.wmicentral.com/community_beat/briefs/elder-abuse-seminar-scheduled-for-june/article_469c4858-c190-11e2-b13f-001a4bcf887a.html
Navajo County Sheriff K.C. Clark and Navajo County Attorney Brad Carlyon are sponsoring the Elder Abuse Seminar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, June 6, at the Winslow Chamber of Commerce, 523 W. Second St. in Winslow. There will be speakers, booths and refreshments.

5.         ARKANSAS (Fayetteville), NWA Homepage, May 21, 2013
Springdale Woman Accused of Stealing Mother’s Health Funds
http://nwahomepage.com/fulltext?nxd_id=431222
A Springdale woman stands accused of stealing thousands of dollars from her mother's healthcare funds. Fayetteville Police say they began investigating the suspect in February after an Adult Protective Services investigator received a complaint from a local nursing home that Crumpton may have been stealing money from an account the mother set up exclusively to pay for her care.

6.         CALIFORNIA (El Cajon), 10News, May 21, 2013
Hearing set for woman accused of attempted murder, arson and elder abuse
http://www.10news.com/news/hearing-set-for-woman-accused-of-attempted-murder-arson-and-elder-abuse-05212013
A preliminary hearing is scheduled Tuesday for a woman accused of trying to kill her 74-year-old mother by pushing her back into their burning Lakeside home after setting fire to the residence on New Year's Day. The suspect is charged with attempted murder, arson, elder abuse, dissuading a witness and other counts. She's in custody on $1.5 million bail.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Truckee), KTVN, May 23, 2013
Man Arrested on Elder Abuse, Fraud Charges
http://www.ktvn.com/story/22407971/man-arrested-on-elder-abuse-fraud-charges
Truckee Police have arrested a 48-year-old man on multiple counts of check fraud, forgery, theft, burglary and financial elder abuse charges. Officers say they learned of the alleged crimes from family members, who say he had been stealing money and other items from his family members for several months.

8.         FLORIDA (Boca Raton), Sun-Sentinel, May 23, 2013
Elder fraud: Seniors who are depressed, feeling isolated most at risk
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/health/fl-senior-fraud-profile-20130523,0,3396476.story
Gerontologists at a Detroit university have created, for the first time, a potential victim profile that could alert professionals and families early on to which seniors are most psychologically vulnerable to fraud. And a bipartisan bill filed last week by U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch, D-Boca Raton, would create a federal advisory office dedicated to protecting elders from fraud and ensuring victims' complaints are handled efficiently and quickly.

9.         GEORGIA (Atlanta), The Republic, May 21, 2013
Atlanta bank employee accused of theft, financial exploitation of an elderly person
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/d2f990c3c9a94076b39421450d602285/GA--Personal-Banker-Theft
Police say Wells Fargo personal banker is accused of stealing about $10,600 from an elderly customer's account. Atlanta police say the suspect befriended a 90-year-old bank customer and asked her to sign what she thought was a transfer slip from her checking to savings account, but the form was actually a withdrawal slip.

10.       MICHIGAN (Lansing), Daily Press, May 22, 2013
Elder abuse law gets some teeth
http://www.dailypress.net/page/content.detail/id/319390/Elder-abuse-law-gets-some-teeth.html?isap=1&nav=5046
Judges in Michigan can impose tougher sentences on criminals who embezzle money from senior citizens and the mentally ill under a new state law. Gov. Rick Snyder on Tuesday signed the Vulnerable Adult Embezzlement Statute which allows consecutive sentences for multiple offense convictions.

11.       OHIO (Chillicothe), Chillicothew News, May 23, 2013
Man arrested for financial exploitation
http://www.chillicothenews.com/article/20130523/NEWS/130529408?refresh=true
Chillicothe Police arrested a 29-year-old man for alleged stealing, financial exploitation of the elderly and impersonating a law enforcement officer. The suspect allegedly persuaded the victim to give him at least $1,400.

12.       SOUTH CAROLINA (York), Herald Online, May 22, 2013
Police: Smyrna woman took elderly victim for more than $8,000
http://www.heraldonline.com/2013/05/22/4884229/police-smyrna-woman-took-elderly.html
A Smyrna woman is in jail facing more than 40 forgery and financial card theft charges after police say she made fraudulent credit card transactions and stole checks from an elderly woman she took care of for at least six months. The victim, who is in her late 80s, first reported the forgery after discovering that stole three of her checks had been stolen and her name had been forged, funneling about $1,600 from her bank account, said York Police Detective Mike Clark.

13.       VERMONT (Montpelier), Vermont Digger, May 22, 2013
Shumlin expected to sign watered-down abuse bill
http://vtdigger.org/2013/05/22/shumlin-expected-to-sign-watered-down-elder-abuse-bill/
Gov. Peter Shumlin vetoed one bill last year. It was an innocuous-sounding piece of legislation that would have required the Agency of Human Services (AHS) to send monthly updates to the Legislature on how it screens and responds to reports of elder abuse. Lawmakers gave it another go this session — both the House and Senate passed a similar bill — and this time around, Shumlin is unlikely to strike it down. That’s because lawmakers stripped a number of the more onerous reporting requirements in order to secure the administration’s support.

14.       INTERNATIONAL (Peterborough, Canada), My Kawartha, May 21, 2013
Son of woman in alleged elder abuse video urges action
http://www.mykawartha.com/news/article/1620058--son-of-woman-in-alleged-elder-abuse-video-urges-action
A man who placed a hidden camera in his elderly mother’s room at a nursing home managed to capture alleged elder abuse, and demands action be taken to protect his mother and other vulnerable adults.

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Peterborough, Canada), NY Daily News, May 21, 2013
VIDEO: 4 nursing home workers caught on camera abusing elderly patient in Canada
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/video-nursing-home-staff-abused-elderly-patient-article-1.1350070
A hidden camera captured four nursing home workers allegedly abusing an elderly patient. Four employees, who have not yet been named, have been suspended with pay while an internal investigation is underway.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Napier, New Zealand), Stuff.co.nz, May 23, 2013
Elderly woman ‘abandoned’ on couch
http://www.stuff.co.nz/taranaki-daily-news/news/8709351/Elderly-woman-abandoned-on-couch
An elderly woman is alleged to have been left on a couch for at least three years, in one of the worst cases of elder abuse police have seen. Her daughter has been charged with failing to provide the necessaries of life. The 50-year-old accused had been the sole caregiver for her mother for about five years. Ambulance crews found the 80-year-old woman on a couch tied to footstool when they were called to a Napier house in December 2011.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Wairapa, New Zealand), Wairapa Times-Age, May 24, 2013
Spotlight on abuse of aged
http://www.times-age.co.nz/news/spotlight-on-abuse-of-aged/1880856/
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is now just over three weeks away and local prevention co-ordinator Lorraine Katterns has confirmed there are major plans in place in Wairarapa. Mrs Katterns said that, fortunately, unlike in some other developed countries, residential care homes were not the crux of the problem in New Zealand. However, she said psychological, emotional, verbal and financial abuse by families towards an elderly relative in the home was all too frequent.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MICHIGAN (Flint), MLive, May 21, 2013
State Sen. Jim Ananich’s bill to strengthen laws on vulnerable adult abuse approved by Senate
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2013/05/state_sen_jim_ananichs_bill_to.html
A bill aimed to better protect vulnerable adults was unanimously approved by the state Senate Tuesday. State Sen. Jim Ananich, former state representative, introduced the bill Feb. 5 that would make a one-word change in the state penal code that experts say could allow prosecutors to obtain convictions easier.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.      INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), ABC, May 22, 2013
Slow progress to tackle legal barriers facing disabled
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-05-22/sa-tackling-legal-barriers-facing-disabled/4705164
For years, disabled people have complained of discrimination they face because of court processes. Almost two years after the SA Government was told to address the issue, it has released a discussion paper and started consulting the disability sector.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       Registration is now open for the free webinar, “Improving Care by Strengthening the Workforce: Why Immigration Reform Is Important to Home Care Consumers,” which will take place on May 23, 2013. The webinar is hosted by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
For more information: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=ltdf3j9ufygs

·       The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Annual Training Conference 2013 will take place at the Westin San Diego in San Diego, California and will feature a keynote on Elder Abuse. The conference will take place from May 29-31, 2013. For more info: http://www.nanasp.org/upcomingconferences.html

 ·       The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (VCPEA) will hold its 19^th annual conference in Virginia Beach at the Virginia Beach Resort and Conference Center on May 29-31, 2013. Conference information was been posted on the VCPEA website at http://www.vcpea.org

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Stay tuned for more information.

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, May 20, 2013 – 26 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

Is your state represented on the national WEAAD map? http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/TakeAStand.aspx

Enter any state to see the map of the U.S. Add your event at http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/WEAADform.aspx

Learn what the Administration on Aging is planning for the Year of Elder Abuse Prevention!
http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Elder_Rights/YEAP/index.aspx

Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Florida Today, May 17, 2013
Experts: Elderly fraud on the rise
http://www.floridatoday.com/article/20130517/NEWS01/305170017/Experts-Elderly-fraud-rise
The Elder Justice Coordinating Council, a group of high-ranking officials from various federal agencies, is working to come up with ways to improve coordination to combat elder fraud.

2.         ALABAMA (Etowah County), The Gadsden Times, May 18, 2013
Coming Soon for May 19
http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20130518/NEWS/130519812?Title=Coming-Soon-for-May-19&tc=ar
The Council on Aging of Etowah County will host its eighth-annual Elder Abuse Awareness Summit, in conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, at 8:30 a.m. June 19 at the Senior Activity Center.

3.         ALASKA (Fairbanks), News Miner, May 20, 2013
Protect finances of the elderly
http://www.newsminer.com/features/our_town/pinching_pennies/protect-finances-of-the-elderly/article_ac8a5dba-c124-11e2-845f-0019bb30f31a.html
A professor of extension on the Tanana District Extension Faculty gives an overview of the problem of elder abuse and advises older adults on how to protect themselves

4.         COLORADO (Grand Junction), NBC 11, May 17, 2013
Elderly watch out for scams and frauds
http://www.nbc11news.com/home/headlines/Scammers-targeting-the-elderlyStaying-Alert-207804151.html
As scams evolve, they become more complex and confusing, and scammers often target one of the most caring populations: the elderly.

5.         FLORIDA (Sarasota County), Herald Tribune, May 17, 2013
Workshop puts spotlight on elder fraud
http://health.heraldtribune.com/2013/05/17/workshop-puts-spotlight-on-elder-fraud/
To help professionals who work with older adults spot and prevent this kind of abuse, Sarasota County's Community Alliance: Stakeholders in Aging Consortium will host a free educational forum from 8 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. June 14 at the Salvation Army Fellowship Hall, 1701 S. Tuttle Ave.

6.         IOWA (Des Moines), WCF Courier, May 18, 2013
Capitol digest: Pollution inspectors, Humvee helpers, elder abuse
http://wcfcourier.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/capitol-digest-pollution-inspectors-humvee-helpers-elder-abuse/article_2dbaf80e-bf3b-11e2-acdf-0019bb2963f4.html
Officials at the state Department on Aging say abuse of Iowa’s elderly includes the financial exploitation of older citizens. Nationwide, financial exploitation of the elderly is believed to cost $3 billion annually. State officials say financial exploitation happens when someone illegally or improperly uses money or property for their own benefit. This type of exploitation can be committed by someone known or a complete stranger.

7.         MINNESOTA (Duluth), Northland News Center, May 17, 2013
Preventing Elder Financial Exploitation
http://www.northlandsnewscenter.com/news/local/Preventing-Elder-Financial-Exploitation-207856991.html
Financial exploitation of our older generation is on the rise. Senior citizens make up nearly 70 percent of the nation’s wealth, and crooks know it. From telemarketing and check scams to fake home repairs and identity theft, older adults are being taken by scam artists for about $3 billion each year. "They don't want to admit that they were the victim of this because they believe that people think it reflects poorly on them,” Sergeant Thomas Stolee of the Duluth Police Property & Financial Crimes Unit.

8.         NEW YORK (Albany), PostStar.com, May 18, 2013
Abuse may be common, but often hard to quantify
http://poststar.com/abuse-may-be-common-but-often-hard-to-quantify/article_00482980-c02d-11e2-93e9-0019bb2963f4.html
State and Cornell University researchers estimated 260,000 New York residents older than the age of 65 were somehow abused or neglected — physically, financially or emotionally — in 2011. But, without a national clearinghouse to collect the data and without uniform reporting methods, officials and elderly care advocates struggle to get a handle on how widespread abuse of America’s aging population is.

9.         NORTH CAROLINA (Davidson County), The Dispatch, May 17, 2013
Senior services, DSS to hold awareness event on elder abuse
http://www.the-dispatch.com/article/20130517/News/305179985?tc=ar
The Davidson County Department of Senior Services, in partnership with the Davidson County Department of Social Services, will hold a community event at 7 p.m. May 30 to increase awareness of elder abuse. The event, which will be held at the Edward C. Smith Civic Center in uptown Lexington, will include information and discussions about elder abuse, which local officials say is an area and national problem.

10.       NORTH CAROLINA (Greenville), Reflector.com, May 18, 2013
Elder abuse focus of walk
http://www.reflector.com/crimerescue/elder-abuse-focus-walk-2011305
Local law enforcement and a group that advocates for senior citizens will hold a walk later this month to raise awareness about elder abuse. Representatives from the Greenville Police Department are joining with the Pitt County Violence in Aging Council to sponsor an Elder Abuse Awareness Walk at Alice Keene Park, 4561 County Home Road.

11.       NORTH CAROLINA (West Jefferson), Jefferson Post, May 20, 2013
Group raises awareness for elder abuse
http://www.jeffersonpost.com/view/full_story/22641244/article-Group-raises-awareness-for-elder-abuse
Approximately 30 seniors, care providers and other visitors gathered together for a walk to raise awareness for elder abuse Friday, May 17. Along with the awareness walk, stations were set up for visitors to learn more about elder abuse.

12.       NORTH CAROLINA (Winston-Salem), My Fox 8, May 20, 2013
Winston-Salem police search for man accused of elder fraud
http://myfox8.com/2013/05/20/winston-salem-police-search-for-man-accused-of-elder-fraud/
Winston-Salem police are searching for a man accused of impersonating a police officer so he could steal money from an elderly woman. The 81-year-old victim told police the man came to her home on Wednesday, falsely claiming to be “Detective Kennedy.”

13.       PENNSYLVANIA (Weatherly), WNEP, May 17, 2013
Dementia Patient Charged In Death
http://wnep.com/2013/05/17/dementia-patient-charged-with-death/
A nursing home resident is now charged with involuntary manslaughter for allegedly attacking another resident who ended up dying. Any caregiver will tell you that people who suffer from dementia can have behavior that is restless, unpredictable, and disorganized. Police felt justified charging a dementia patient for allegedly causing deadly injuries to another dementia patient. It happened at a nursing home in Carbon County.

14.       TEXAS (Brownsville), KVEO, May 18, 2013
Prevention of increasing elder abuse
http://www.kveo.com/news/prevention-increasing-elder-abuse
If you are an elder, or know one in the Lower Valley area, keep a watchful eye out. The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services has made it a point to note that every year, abuse, neglect and exploitation of the elderly is increasing.

15.       TEXAS (Hidalgo County), The Valley Morning Star, May 18, 2013
Adult abuse a growing concern in South Texas
http://www.valleymorningstar.com/news/local_news/article_051b0e84-c035-11e2-adb8-0019bb30f31a.html
Nearly 9 percent of the state’s adult physical neglect cases took place in Hidalgo County last fiscal year, according to state figures. The cases were validated by Adult Protective Services (APS), under the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. As the month comes to close, the South Texas regional director discussed the trends here, naming mental illness and immigrants without legal status in the United States as primary issues. May is Elder Abuse awareness month.

16.       VERMONT (Montpelier), Vermont Digger, May 19, 2013
AG Sorrell urges Congress to take steps to combat elder fraud
http://vtdigger.org/2013/05/19/ag-sorrell-urges-congress-to-take-steps-to-combat-elder-fraud/
Attorney General Bill Sorrell joined Rep. Peter Welch today and urged Congress to take steps to combat elder fraud. A hearing was convened to review the federal government’s current efforts to detect financial scams perpetrated on seniors and how to assess the effectiveness of those measures

17.       VERMONT (Montpelier), San Franciso Gate, May 18, 2013
Vt. AG urges Congress to combat elder fraud
http://www.sfgate.com/news/crime/article/Vt-AG-urges-Congress-to-combat-elder-fraud-4527704.php
Vermont Attorney General William Sorrell wants Congress to do more to combat what he calls "elder fraud." Sorrell testified Thursday in Washington before a subcommittee of the U.S. House of Representatives to review the federal government's current efforts to detect financial scams targeting senior citizens.

18.       WASHINGTON, D.C., Hometown Source, May 20, 2013
Klobuchar amendment to immigration bill will help protect victims of elder abuse
http://hometownsource.com/2013/05/20/klobuchar-amendment-to-immigration-bill-will-help-protect-victims-of-elder-abuse/
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar today (Monday, May 20) announced that her amendment to the comprehensive immigration reform bill to help protect victims of elder abuse passed the Senate Judiciary Committee.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Hamilton, Bermuda), The Royal Gazette Online, May 18, 2013 (Opinion)
The secret shame of elder abuse: No easy solution to a cruel and silent problem
http://www.royalgazette.com/article/20130518/COLUMN07/705189993
After receiving several empathy-lacking responses to an article on elder abuse last week, this journalist says that prevention and planning which fierce advocate for seniors, Age Concern Director Claudette Fleming has always espoused, needs to be made more affordable, more easily accessible, and provided on an ongoing basis.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Nova Scotia, Canada), The Vanguard, May 16, 2013
Grants to aid in prevention, awareness of elder abuse
http://www.thevanguard.ca/News/2013-05-16/article-3249887/Grants-to-aid-in-prevention,-awareness-of-elder-abuse/1
The province announced on May 16, one-time contributions for non-profit community groups trying to stop elder abuse by helping Nova Scotians recognize its signs and where to go for assistance.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (Ontario, Canada), CTV News, May 19, 2013
Nursing home workers suspended after son turns over hidden camera video
http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/nursing-home-workers-suspended-after-son-turns-over-hidden-camera-video-1.1288544
Four employees of an Ontario long-term care facility have been suspended and two investigations have been launched, after a concerned man installed a hidden camera in his mother’s room and captured shocking video of neglect and abuse.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (Wellington, New Zealand), Sun Live, May 17, 2013
Elderly’s budget allocation falls short
http://www.sunlive.co.nz/news/44303-elderlys-budget-allocation-falls-short.html
Despite receiving $132million in spending increases from the 2013 budget services for older people continue to fall short, says Age Concern New Zealand. Age Concern New Zealand national president Evelyn Weir says there is nothing new for the widespread issues of elder abuse and neglect prevention or addressing social isolation which Age Concern works to address through its nationwide services.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (Fulford, United Kingdom), BBC, May 17, 2013
Fulford care home nurse abused residents
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-22574631
A nurse who verbally and physically abused four frail and vulnerable care home residents faces being struck off. She is accused of calling one man “an animal,” and holding a soiled sheet to his face and saying “when dogs do this their owners rub their noses in it.”

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         IOWA (Des Moines), Des Moines Register, May 20, 2013
Glenwood disabled facility on ‘most fined’ list
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20130520/NEWS/305200044/0/STATETRACK/?odyssey=nav%7Chead
The state-run Glenwood Resource Center for the disabled has the worst record of compliance with federal regulations of any care facility in Iowa over the past 10 months. The state’s own inspectors have fined the home eight times for a total of $27,500 in penalties. No other care facility in Iowa, public or private, has been fined as often, or as much, during the current fiscal year.

2.         PENNSYLVANIA (Philadelphia), ABC Local, May 20, 2013
Disabled veteran robbed, beaten in Philadelphia home invasion
http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/story?section=news/local&id=9108477
Police say a disabled war veteran was beaten and robbed inside his Northeast Philadelphia home early Monday morning.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (Budgam, India), Hindustan Times, May 20, 2013
Raped disabled woman delivers; neighbor, kin held
http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/Srinagar/Raped-disabled-woman-delivers-neighbour-kin-held/Article1-1063078.aspx
Relatives and a neighbour of a 26-year-old mentally and physically disabled unmarried woman were detained in central Kashmir's Budgam district after she delivered a baby recently.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         FLORIDA (Tampa), Bay News 9, May 19, 2013
Tampa man reported missing found in Sumter County
http://www.baynews9.com/content/news/baynews9/news/article.html/content/news/articles/bn9/2013/5/19/man_76_with_dementia.html
A 76-year-old Tampa man with dementia who was reported missing Saturday night has been found and is safe, authorities said.

2.         WASHINGTON (Spokane), The Spokesman, May 16, 2013
Elderly man with dementia located by police
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2013/may/16/spokane-police-request-help-finding-elderly/
Spokane Police Department had asked for the public’s help in locating an elderly male with extreme dementia who walked away from the House of Charity, 32 W. Pacific Ave. on Wednesday afternoon. He has since been located.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Express.co.uk, May 18, 2013
Hospitals ‘fail dementia patients’
http://www.express.co.uk/news/health/400560/Hospitals-fail-dementia-patients
Jeni Bell, the UK’s first hospital-based Admiral nurse – specializing in dementia – said care for sufferers could be transformed if nurses were given the time to look after patients, rather than be restricted to just dealing with their clinical needs.

4.         INTERNATIONAL (Luton, United Kingdom), BBC, May 17, 2013
Driver who left woman with dementia on bus not guilty
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-22570846
A council driver who admitted being distracted when she left an 88-year-old passenger locked on a minibus all night has been cleared of neglect.

5.         INTERNATIONAL (Luton, United Kingdom), May 20, 2013
Dementia patient left on bus ‘badly let down’
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-22594614
A dementia patient left overnight on a patient transport bus without food or water was "badly let down", her family have said.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• May 20, 2013
• The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications for research and evaluation relating to abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly individuals and residents of residential care facilities. This research furthers the Department’s mission by sponsoring research to provide objective, independent, evidence-based knowledge and tools to meet the challenges of crime and justice, particularly at the State and local levels.
• For more information: https://ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/sl001043.pdf
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       The 16^th Annual Kern County Elder Abuse Prevention Conference will be themed “Self Neglect Topics: Hoarding & Grief, Loss, and Trauma.” The conference will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Hodel’s Country Dining. For more information: http://www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/pdf/elder-abuse-conf-2013.pdf.

·       The Legal Assistance for Seniors Conference on Elder Abuse will be held at UC Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco, California. The theme of the conference will be “Elder Justice: From Policy to Practice” and will be held  on May 21, 2013. For more information: http://lashicap.org/las-events. To find out more about the Institute on Aging’s Elder Abuse Prevention Program’s scholarships for registration for San Francisco area advocates: http://ioaging.org/documents/news/LAS%20-DV_Flier_and_Form2013_EAP-1.pdf

·       Registration is now open for the free webinar, “Improving Care by Strengthening the Workforce: Why Immigration Reform Is Important to Home Care Consumers,” which will take place on May 23, 2013. The webinar is hosted by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
For more information: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=ltdf3j9ufygs

·       The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Annual Training Conference 2013 will take place at the Westin San Diego in San Diego, California and will feature a keynote on Elder Abuse. The conference will take place from May 29-31, 2013. For more info: http://www.nanasp.org/upcomingconferences.html

 ·       The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (VCPEA) will hold its 19^th annual conference in Virginia Beach at the Virginia Beach Resort and Conference Center on May 29-31, 2013. Conference information was been posted on the VCPEA website at http://www.vcpea.org

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Stay tuned for more information.

 

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
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Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
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Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, May 16, 2013 – 30 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

Is your state represented on the national WEAAD map? http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/TakeAStand.aspx  Enter any state to see the map of the U.S.  Add your event at http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/Get_Involved/Awareness/WEAAD/WEAADform.aspx

Learn what the Administration on Aging is planning for the Year of Elder Abuse Prevention!

http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Elder_Rights/YEAP/index.aspx

Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, WDAM, May 16, 2013
1 in 10 seniors abused, neglected
http://www.wdam.com/story/22209259/one-in-10-elders-is-abused-or-neglected
Reporters interview Dr. Laura Mosqueda of UC Irvine and Det. Chayo Reyes of the Los Angeles Police Department to discuss the growing and hidden problem of elder abuse.  

2.         NATIONAL, Medical Daily, May 15, 2013
Senior Care: 5 Tips To Protect Mom And Dad From Nursing Home Fraud
http://www.medicaldaily.com/articles/15543/20130515/senior-care-nursing-home-medical-residents-rights.htm
In a study, 2,000 nursing home residents were interviewed to determine how often does elder abuse takes place in nursing home facilities. The results were startling: 44 percent of the home residents reported that they had been abused and 95 percent said they witnessed or experienced neglect.

3.         ALABAMA (Dothan), WTVY, May 15, 2013
World Elder Abuse Awareness Town Hall Meeting
http://www.wtvy.com/news/headlines/World-Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Town-Hall-Meeting-207597221.html
The fifth annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Town Hall Meeting will be held June 18 at the Troy University Dothan campus. This free event is from 10 a.m. til noon, with lunch served immediately after. To reserve your spot, call 334-793-6843 or 800-239-3507 by June 11.

4.         ALABAMA (Montevallo), Blog.Al, May 15, 2013
State Sen. Cam Ward expects Alabama annexation, elder abuse bills to pass
http://blog.al.com/spotnews/2013/05/state_sen_cam_ward_expects_ala.html
As the Alabama Legislature's session nears its conclusion, state Sen. Cam Ward expects to see some of his bills that have lingered get final approval including one to annex a neighborhood into Alabaster and another concerning financial abuse of the elderly.

5.         CALIFORNIA (Dana Point), NBC Los Angeles, May 14, 2013
Man Wanted in Alleged OC Ponzi Scheme Arrested in Florida
http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Man-Wanted-for-Alleged-Dana-Point-Ponzi-Scheme-Arrested-in-Florida-207471321.html
A former Dana Point yacht broker is expected to be brought back to Southern California to face fraud and other charges related to an alleged ponzi scheme. The suspect was arrested in Florida and Southern California deputies are expected to fly next week to the southeastern state to gain custody of him. He is charged with 58 counts of fraud, grand theft, and elder abuse.

6.         CALIFORNIA (San Luis Obispo), KSBY, May 16, 2013
Phone scammers target the elderly for personal information, money
http://www.ksby.com/news/phone-scammers-target-the-elderly-for-personal-information-money/
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office and the San Luis Obispo Police Department are warning residents of phone scams. The law enforcement agencies said on Wednesday that scammers call with the hopes of obtaining personal information or even money. They said they want people to know how to protect themselves.

7.         FLORIDA (Crestview), Crestview Bulletin, May 15, 2013
Nursing home faces sanctions for clients’ treatment
http://www.crestviewbulletin.com/health/nursing-home-faces-sanctions-for-clients-treatment-document-1.143386
Silvercrest Manor Nursing Home faces a fine and a state-mandated probation for failing to report allegations of abuse and to implement procedures to prevent abuse. The Agency for Health Care Administration has determined that three of 60 clients at the nursing home at 910 Brookmeade Drive were not “free of verbal or physical abuse,” according to a proposed settlement agreement filed May 10.

8.         GEORGIA (Columbus), WSFA, May 15, 2013
Nursing home patients claim sexual abuse at facility
http://www.wsfa.com/story/22229941/nursing-home-patients-claim-sexual-abuse-at-facility
Columbus police detectives are investigating claims from three nursing home patients who say they were sexually assaulted.  Officials at River Towne Center on Warm Springs Road said none of their employees are accused of the crimes.  The three female patients are alleging that two male patients at the facility perpetrated these acts on separate occasions.

9.         KANSAS (Topeka), Peabody Gazette-Bulletin, May 16, 2013
Report abuse before it is too late
http://peabodykansas.com/direct/report_abuse_before_it_is_too_late+4434abuse+5265706f7274206162757365206265666f726520697420697320746f6f206c617465
Small communities are more likely to have a higher rate of hidden elder abuse — a reality that makes Paul Shipp of Kansas Legal Services sit up and take notice. “It’s hard because they don’t want to report whoever is abusing them,” he said. “It’s usually a child or a spouse — someone they count on, someone that knows that they need them so they can remain independent.”

10.       KENTUCKY (Richmond), The Richmond Register, May 14, 2013
Issues affecting the elderly
http://richmondregister.com/lifestylescommunity/x2002147406/Issues-affecting-the-elderly
“Issues Affecting the Elderly” is a one-day conference that will be held on Friday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Madison County Extension Education Center. Sessions will include, “How to Prevent and Report Elder Abuse” and “Power of Attorney and Guardianship.”

11.       MASSACHUSETTS (Chicopee, Massachusetts), WWLP, May 15, 2013
I-Team: Nursing home deficiencies
http://www.wwlp.com/dpp/news/i_team/i-team-nursing-home-deficiencies
There are dozens of nursing homes in western Massachusetts and many of your loved ones live in them, but as 22News I-Team discovered, not all of them are living in a 5 star environment. The I-Team found some homes in our area have been caught storing food at the wrong temperature, moldy kitchens, overmedicating, and failure to supervise; just a sample of what the 22News I-Team discovered while going through state inspection reports of nursing facilities in western Massachusetts.

12.       NEW JERSEY (Bergen County), New Jersey Blog, May 14, 2013
Bergen County to host elder abuse conference
http://blog.northjersey.com/bergenbeat/8230/bergen-county-to-host-elder-abuse-conference/
Bergen County will host a day-long conference on elder abuse on Friday, May 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Law and Public Safety Institute at 281 Campgaw Road in Mahwah. Speakers will include Susan Somers of the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, Lauren Van Saders of Holy Name Hospital, Eunae Christina Kim of the Grace Korean Community Church, Sgt. Sylvia Presto of the Bergen County Police, Maria Aberasturi of the Adult Protective Services Program of the Bergen County Board of Social Services and Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli.

13.       NORTH CAROLINA (West Jefferson), Jefferson Post, May 16, 2013
Group walking to raise awareness of elder abuse
http://www.jeffersonpost.com/view/full_story/22589934/article-Group-walking-to-raise-awareness-of-elder-abuse
To raise awareness for elder abuse, the Elder Abuse Prevention Team will hold an awareness walk from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Friday, May 17 in the empty lot across from Blue Ridge Golf Carts at 505 South Jefferson Ave, West Jefferson.

14.       OHIO (Dayton), WHIO TV, May 15, 2013
Nursing home employee charged with abuse
http://www.whiotv.com/news/news/crime-law/nursing-home-employee-charged-with-abuse/nXr54/
A Montgomery County grand jury indicted a Dayton woman Monday on a felony charge of patient abuse. Norma Black, 70, was issued a summons to appear in court on the fourth-degree felony. She is scheduled to be arraigned on May 28. Court records indicate that Black was employed at the Arbors at Dayton Subacute and Rehabilitation Center on Albany Street when she abused a patient by smacking him.

15.       WASHINGTON, D.C., WAMU, May 10, 2013
House Calls Can Be A Better Option For Some Seniors
http://wamu.org/news/13/05/03/house_calls_a_better_option_for_some_elderly
Elder justice experts discuss how house call programs can help health care professionals identify elder abuse and neglect

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Nova Scotia, Canada), The Vanguard, May 16, 2013
Grants to aid in prevention, awareness of elder abuse
http://www.thevanguard.ca/News/2013-05-16/article-3249887/Grants-to-aid-in-prevention,-awareness-of-elder-abuse/1
The province announced on May 16, one-time contributions for non-profit community groups trying to stop elder abuse by helping Nova Scotians recognize its signs and where to go for assistance. Community groups can get up to $250 each for events on or around June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Tairawhiti, New Zealand), The Gisborne Herald, May 15, 2013
Preying on elderly
http://www.gisborneherald.co.nz/article/?id=32460
Elder abuse is rife throughout the district and with “no legal teeth” will continue to escalate, say those working at the coalface. Age Concern Tairawhiti executive officer Frances Toroa says physical abuse is not being reported and that legislative pathways akin to domestic violence laws are needed to lift the lid off the “elder abuse scab”.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Tauranga, New Zealand), Bay of Plenty Times, May 16, 2013
Elder abuse cases skyrocket
http://www.bayofplentytimes.co.nz/news/elder-abuse-cases-skyrocket/1870411/
Reports of elder abuse in Tauranga jumped by almost 50 per cent last year, new figures show. Age Concern elder abuse and neglect prevention service coordinator Jane Broughton said it received 140 referrals in 2012, compared to 94 in 2011. Ms Broughton said the figures were the tip of the iceberg because most elder abuse went unreported.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         ALASKA (Susitna Valley), KTNA, May 15, 2013
Su Valley Voice 5-15-13 – Abuse of vulnerable adults
http://ktna.org/2013/05/15/su-valley-voice-5-15-2013-abuse-of-vulnerable-adults/
On this edition of Su Valley Voice, KTNA’s public affairs program, the topic is the abuse of vulnerable adults: the elderly and mentally ill. Guests are Cici Schoenberger, Behavior Health Specialist at Sunshine Community Health Center, Brenda Mahlatini, Adult Protective Services Manager for the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, and victims’ advocate Jayme Spires.

2.         SOUTH CAROLINA (Spartanburg), The Republic, May 15, 2013
Former Wellford police officer charged with sexually abusing vulnerable adult
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/d83b4d9ef449489ea92efaf8847a054f/SC--Officer-Sex-Charge
A former Wellford police officer has been charged with sexually assaulting a vulnerable adult while on duty. The State Law Enforcement Division has charged the 32-year-old suspect of Spartanburg with misconduct in office, third-degree criminal sexual conduct and abuse of a vulnerable adult.

3.         SOUTH CAROLINA (Wellford), Fox Carolina, May 14, 2013
Ex-Wellford officer accused of abusing vulnerable adult
http://www.foxcarolina.com/story/22249261/sled-wellford-officer
A former Wellford police officer was arrested Tuesday by state agents after they said he sexually and physically abused a vulnerable adult.

4.         SOUTH CAROLINA (Wellford), Greer-Taylors Patch, May 14, 2013
Wellford Police Officer Charged with Abuse of Vulnerable Adult
http://taylors.patch.com/articles/wellford-police-officer-charged-with-abuse-of-vulnerable-adult
A Wellford police officer has been charged with allegedly abusing a vulnerable adult. According to warrants signed by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, the suspect allegedly engaged in sexual battery of a vulnerable adult between July 1, 2012 and Jan. 1, 2013, with a woman that he knew that had a mental disorder. He did so while serving as an officer for the City of Wellford.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         INTERNATIONAL (Ottawa, Canada), The Ottawa Citizen, May 15, 2013
Hugh Adami: Dementia sufferer on hook for $4,000
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/health/Hugh+Adami+Dementia+sufferer+hook/8390053/story.html
Ontario’s Residential Tenancies Act makes it clear that a retirement home did not do anything wrong in charging a former resident with dementia almost $4,000 for seven days of accommodation, meals and care in early December.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (Luton, United Kingdom), BBC, May 15, 2013
Woman with dementia left on bus overnight looked “shocked”
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-22539594
Joan Cook, 88, was discovered on the bus 14 hours after it had been parked at a depot in Luton in April last year. Council driver Susan McLaughlin, of Brunel Road, Luton, denies neglect, contrary to Section 44 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• May 20, 2013
• The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications for research and evaluation relating to abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly individuals and residents of residential care facilities. This research furthers the Department’s mission by sponsoring research to provide objective, independent, evidence-based knowledge and tools to meet the challenges of crime and justice, particularly at the State and local levels.
• For more information: https://ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/sl001043.pdf
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

·       The 6^th Annual Forensic Investigations Conference to be held from May 15-17, 2013 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Seminars will focus on a broad array of emerging forensic practices, in sexual assault, interpersonal violence, child and elder abuse in both an urban and rural environment. For more information https://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org/event/forensic-conference-1

·       The 16^th Annual Kern County Elder Abuse Prevention Conference will be themed “Self Neglect Topics: Hoarding & Grief, Loss, and Trauma.” The conference will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Hodel’s Country Dining. For more information: http://www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/pdf/elder-abuse-conf-2013.pdf.

·       The Legal Assistance for Seniors Conference on Elder Abuse will be held at UC Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco, California. The theme of the conference will be “Elder Justice: From Policy to Practice” and will be held  on May 21, 2013. For more information: http://lashicap.org/las-events. To find out more about the Institute on Aging’s Elder Abuse Prevention Program’s scholarships for registration for San Francisco area advocates: http://ioaging.org/documents/news/LAS%20-DV_Flier_and_Form2013_EAP-1.pdf

·       Registration is now open for the free webinar, “Improving Care by Strengthening the Workforce: Why Immigration Reform Is Important to Home Care Consumers,” which will take place on May 23, 2013. The webinar is hosted by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
For more information: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=ltdf3j9ufygs

·       The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Annual Training Conference 2013 will take place at the Westin San Diego in San Diego, California and will feature a keynote on Elder Abuse. The conference will take place from May 29-31, 2013. For more info: http://www.nanasp.org/upcomingconferences.html

 ·       The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (VCPEA) will hold its 19^th annual conference in Virginia Beach at the Virginia Beach Resort and Conference Center on May 29-31, 2013. Conference information was been posted on the VCPEA website at http://www.vcpea.org

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Stay tuned for more information.

 

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

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Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, May 14, 2013 – 32 days until World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!

The newsfeed includes articles and stories related to abuse of elders and adults with disabilities.  Articles related to elders appear in the top half of the newsfeed.  Articles related to abuse of adults with disabilities appear towards the bottom.  To subscribe to the NCEA listserv, please send an email with your name, occupation, your organization/agency name, city and state, and a statement about your professional interest or expertise in elder abuse to NCEA@UCI.edu.  Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter!

 

Learn what the Administration on Aging is planning for the Year of Elder Abuse Prevention!

http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Elder_Rights/YEAP/index.aspx

  

Did you know? A calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events and funding opportunities can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         ALABAMA (Gadsden), Gadsden Times, May 11, 2013
http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20130511/NEWS/130519967/1049/NEWS?Title=Coming-Soon-for-May-12
The Council on Aging of Etowah County will host its eighth-annual Elder Abuse Awareness Summit, in conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, at 8:30 a.m. June 19 at the Senior Activity Center.

2.         CALIFORNIA (El Cerrito), El Cerrito Patch, May 9, 2013
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Elder Abuse and More from the Weekend Police Blotter
http://elcerrito.patch.com/articles/man-arrested-on-suspicion-of-elder-abuse-and-more-from-the-weekend-police-blotter
A man arrested on suspicion of burglary was found to have a key to the house in question and is suspected of being involved in an ongoing elder abuse case.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Fresno), The Sikh News Network, May 9, 2013
No Hate Crime Charge Yet in Beating of Fresno Sikh
http://www.sikhnn.com/headlines/2512/no-hate-crime-charge-yet-beating-fresno-sikh
A homeless man yesterday plead not guilty to serious felony charges of attempted murder and elder abuse with a dangerous weapon for severely beating an elderly Sikh in Fresno, California, but has not yet been charged with a hate crime.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Yreka), Siskiyou Daily, May 13, 2013
Yreka woman sentenced to probation for fraud against elderly
http://www.siskiyoudaily.com/article/20130513/NEWS/130519932
Former in-home caregiver Lisa Davis, 24, was sentenced to three years of probation for the two charges that stemmed from fraudulent use of credit cards belonging to two of her former elderly clients. Davis agreed to this sentence in a plea agreement with the district attorney’s office. The judge also ordered Davis to pay restitution in the amount of $3,478 for one of the cases as well as restitution for the other case, although that amount had yet to be calculated at the sentencing hearing.

5.         GEORGIA (Columbus), WTVM, May 12, 2013
Nursing home patients claim sexual abuse at facility
http://www.wtvm.com/story/22229658/nursing-home-patients-claim-sexual-abuse-at-facility
Columbus police detectives are investigating claims from three nursing home patients who say they were sexually assaulted. Officials at River Towne Center on Warm Springs Road said none of their employees are accused of the crimes.  The three female patients are alleging that two male patients at the facility perpetrated these acts on separate occasions.

6.         GEORGIA (Chatham County), Savannah Now, May 10, 2013
Prosecutor: Elder abuse all of our problem
http://savannahnow.com/news/2013-05-09/prosecutor-elder-abuse-all-our-problem#.UZF5RaL5XTo
Chatham County’s elder abuse prosecutor on Thursday called for a total community response to help in the effort to end crimes against those 65 years and older.

7.         INDIANA (Indianapolis), Public News Service, May 13, 2013
Governor Pence to Sign Indiana’s New “Senior Consumer Protection Act”
http://www.publicnewsservice.org/index.php?/content/article/32333-1
An Indiana attorney, who is also a state senator, has noticed an uptick in Hoosier seniors being intimidated in financial matters by con artists, salespeople, even family. The Indiana Division of Aging indicates financial exploitation of seniors went up 80 percent between 2001 and 2011. Consequently, Tim Lanane authored a "Senior Consumer Protection Act," Senate Bill 382, which has bi-partisan support.

8.         MASSACHUSETTS (Bristol), The Sun Chronicle, May 12, 2013
Conference to be held on senior bullying
http://www.thesunchronicle.com/conference-to-be-held-on-senior-bullying/article_19317916-bb81-11e2-8db8-001a4bcf887a.html
Bristol Elder Services and the Southeastern Alliance for Elders will hold a half-day conference on elder bullying June 13, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

9.         NEBRASKA (Roca), Journal Star, May 10, 2013
Roca man, ex-wife arrested in elder abuse case
http://journalstar.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/roca-man-ex-wife-arrested-in-elder-abuse-case/article_4d0d10c7-b980-58d3-84e7-1cb56012b65e.html
A 45-year-old Roca man wiped out his mother’s $150,000 life savings over the past two years to pay for child support, a motorcycle and his ex-wife’s tanning and cosmetic surgery, Lancaster County Sheriff Terry Wagner said.

10.       NEW YORK (Granville), CBS Albany, May 10, 2013
Nursing home sex abuse
http://www.cbs6albany.com/news/features/top-story/stories/nursing-home-sex-abuse-8185.shtml
State police arrested a Glens Falls man who they say had sexual contact with a disabled resident at a Granville Nursing home. Police say a staff member witnessed the suspect having sex with a resident during a visit.

11.       NEW YORK (Hastings), Iohud, May 13, 2013
Andrus on Hudson nursing home fined in patient’s 2011 death
http://www.lohud.com/article/20130513/NEWS/305130091/Area-nursing-homes-pay-fines-settle-death-fall-cases?nclick_check=1
The Andrus on Hudson nursing home in Hastings has agreed to pay a $12,000 state fine to settle charges that staff members mistakenly failed to intervene when a patient suffered a fatal heart attack two years ago.

12.       NEW YORK (Saratoga Springs), Saratoga Today, May 9, 2013
Local Elder Abuse Forum Brings Common Issues to Light
http://saratogatodaynewspaper.com/index.php/news/news/item/1413-local-elder-abuse-forum-brings-common-issues-to-light
Deirdre M.W. Lok, assistant director and general counsel of the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center for Elder Abuse Prevention, spoke at an elder abuse forum filled with community leaders from a variety of organizations and businesses about the often overlooked issue of elderly abuse, emphasizing the fact that most of the time it happens under our noses without our knowledge.

13.       PENNSYLVANIA (Mt. Union), We Are Central Pennsylvania, May 10, 2013
Elder Abuse Seminar
http://wearecentralpa.com/fulltext-news?nxd_id=460302
A large meeting was held in Huntingdon County on Friday to help seniors learn to protect themselves and their neighbors. Organizers of the session say there are too many people currently looking to take advantage of seniors.

14.       UTAH (Provo), Deseret News, May 13, 2013
Elder abuse conference to be held in Provo next month
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865579924/Elder-abuse-conference-to-be-held-in-Provo-next-month.html
The Provo Police Department is partnering with the Utah Area Agencies on Aging and other organizations to host the first Elder Abuse Conference on Thursday, June 13, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Utah County Convention Center, 220 W. Center. The theme of the conference is “Silent Victims, Silent Crimes” and the event will offer workshops and training sessions on signs of elder abuse, effective interventions, and strategies to prevent older adults from becoming victims.

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Dunedin, New Zealand), New Zealand Herald, May 13, 2013
Dementia patient wrongly restrained multiple times
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/health/news/article.cfm?c_id=204&objectid=10883382
An 85-year-old dementia patient at a Dunedin care home was wrongly restrained with a lap-belt on multiple occasions, despite his wife's objections. Deputy Health and Disability Commissioner Theo Baker has found Ross Home and Hospital breached the code governing health and disability consumer rights during the man's two-month stay at the home's secure dementia unit.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Dundee, Scotland), BBC, May 13, 2013
Thief who twice robbed Dundee man with dementia is jailed
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-22512259
A heroin-addicted woman pleads guilty to two charges of assault and robbery after a hidden camera captures her forcefully entering a man’s house and taking his money. The perpetrator was a family friend of the victim.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Dundee, Scotland), News.STV.TV, May 13, 2013
Dementia sufferer robbed twice after forgetting the first incident
http://news.stv.tv/scotland/225138-lynn-stewart-robbed-william-carver-twice-as-he-forget-first-incident/
A woman robbed a dementia sufferer twice when he answered the door a second time because he could not remember the first attack. The woman was a family friend who was caught after the victim’s family installed a hidden camera.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Birmingham, United Kingdom), Birmingham Mail, May 13, 2013
Rogue trader conned Solihull dementia sufferer, 90, out of hundreds of pounds
http://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/rogue-trader-conned-birmingham-dementia-3684622
A rogue trader conned a 90-year-old dementia sufferer out of hundreds of pounds by charging for guttering and roof work he never completed.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Camborne, United Kingdom), The is the West Country, May 11, 2013
Camborned carer jailed for St Ives nursing home abuse
http://www.thisisthewestcountry.co.uk/news/cornwall_news/10413027.Camborne_carer_jailed_for_St_Ives_nursing_home_abuse/
A care home worker from Camborne has been sent to jail for nine months after abusing care home residents. Fiona Sally Salmon, aged 40, of Fore Street, mistreated patients over a five month period at Cornwallis Nursing Home, which caters for those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's disease in particular. On March 14 she was found guilty of seven charges of ill-treating or neglecting residents suffering from insufficient mental capacity.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Truro, United Kingdom), Daily Mail, May 10, 2013
Jailed, 28st care worker who abused her elderly residents by sitting on them
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2322659/Jailed-28st-care-worker-abused-elderly-residents-sitting-them.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
A 28-stone nursing home worker who abused elderly vulnerable people by sitting on them was yesterday jailed for nine months. Fiona Salmon, 40, also pinched, slapped and manhandled those in her care during the campaign of physical and verbal cruelty. She sprayed deodorant in an elderly woman’s face, threw talcum powder at another and rubbed one female resident’s head so hard she made her nose bleed.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         IOWA (Des Moines), San Francisco Gate, May 10, 2013
Justices allow lawsuit against Iowa disabled home
http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Justices-allows-lawsuit-against-Iowa-disabled-home-4505808.php
A woman who claims she was fired in 2006 from an Iowa home for the disabled after complaining about abuse of residents can have her day in court, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled Friday.

2.         IOWA (Iowa City), Washington Post, May 13, 2013
Attorneys: Landmark $240M verdict for mentally disabled workers to be cut to $1.6M
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/attorneys-landmark-240m-verdict-for-mentally-disabled-workers-to-be-cut-to-16m/2013/05/13/3b52af2a-bbe4-11e2-b537-ab47f0325f7c_story.html
A landmark $240 million verdict awarded to 32 mentally disabled Iowa plant workers who were subjected to years of abuse by their handlers will be reduced to just $1.6 million because of a federal cap, attorneys in the case agree.

 

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Los Angeles), Los Angeles Times, May 9, 2013
L.A. County ordered to assume guardianship of elderly murder suspect
http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-guardianship-murder-suspect-dementia-20130509,0,3068654.story
Over the objections of Los Angeles County mental health officials, a judge on Thursday ordered a blind 86-year-old murder defendant with dementia to remain in the government's care and not be released to a family member.

2.         MICHIGAN (Portage), WoodTV, May 13, 2013
Portage man with dementia found safe
http://www.woodtv.com/dpp/news/local/kalamazoo_and_battle_creek/man-with-dementia-missing-in-portage
A Portage man diagnosed with dementia was located Monday morning after disappearing Sunday night. The 41-year-old is in good health and later reunited with his family, according to a news release from the Portage Department of Public Safety.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• May 15, 2013
• Kendal Charitable Funds (KCF) is seeking proposals for promising innovations that will transform the experience of aging.  We are interested in ideas that can enhance the lives of an aging population, whether through services, research, and/or developing new understandings and awareness of the issue and opportunities.  We are looking for pilot projects that address one or more of these criteria.  We will give priority to opportunities that have the greatest potential for change and replication, for the greatest number of individuals. 
• The proposed project must address one or more non-institutionalized populations, focusing on the following topic:
• Elder Abuse: Identification and/or Prevention of one or more of the following
• Financial
• Physical
• Emotional
• Sexual 
• For more information: www.kendalcharitablefunds.org
• May 20, 2013
• The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ) is pleased to announce that it is seeking applications for research and evaluation relating to abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elderly individuals and residents of residential care facilities. This research furthers the Department’s mission by sponsoring research to provide objective, independent, evidence-based knowledge and tools to meet the challenges of crime and justice, particularly at the State and local levels.
• For more information: https://ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/nij/sl001043.pdf
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

 

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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

 

·       The 6^th Annual Forensic Investigations Conference to be held from May 15-17, 2013 at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, Missouri. Seminars will focus on a broad array of emerging forensic practices, in sexual assault, interpersonal violence, child and elder abuse in both an urban and rural environment. For more information https://www.saintlukeshealthsystem.org/event/forensic-conference-1

·       The 16^th Annual Kern County Elder Abuse Prevention Conference will be themed “Self Neglect Topics: Hoarding & Grief, Loss, and Trauma.” The conference will take place on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Hodel’s Country Dining. For more information: http://www.co.kern.ca.us/aas/pdf/elder-abuse-conf-2013.pdf.

·       The Legal Assistance for Seniors Conference on Elder Abuse will be held at UC Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco, California. The theme of the conference will be “Elder Justice: From Policy to Practice” and will be held  on May 21, 2013. For more information: http://lashicap.org/las-events. To find out more about the Institute on Aging’s Elder Abuse Prevention Program’s scholarships for registration for San Francisco area advocates: http://ioaging.org/documents/news/LAS%20-DV_Flier_and_Form2013_EAP-1.pdf

·       Registration is now open for the free webinar, “Improving Care by Strengthening the Workforce: Why Immigration Reform Is Important to Home Care Consumers,” which will take place on May 23, 2013. The webinar is hosted by The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care.
For more information: https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/registrations/new?cid=ltdf3j9ufygs

·       The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Annual Training Conference 2013 will take place at the Westin San Diego in San Diego, California and will feature a keynote on Elder Abuse. The conference will take place from May 29-31, 2013. For more info: http://www.nanasp.org/upcomingconferences.html

 ·       The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (VCPEA) will hold its 19^th annual conference in Virginia Beach at the Virginia Beach Resort and Conference Center on May 29-31, 2013. Conference information was been posted on the VCPEA website at http://www.vcpea.org

 ·       The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Criminal Justice Institute presents an Elder Justice Symposium for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, health care and mental health care professionals, social service providers and victim advocates. The symposium will be on June 27, 2013, at the Almansor Court Banquet Center in Alhambra, California. For more information: http://da.lacounty.gov/cji/ea062713.htm

·       The Alzheimer’s Association annual conference, titled “Dementia Care @AAIC: Translating Research to Practice” will be held in Boston, Massachusetts from July 13-18, 2013. Learn more here: http://www.alz.org/aaic/

·       Changing Aging, The Florida Conference on Aging will be held on August 12-14, 2013 and will be themed, “Aging: New Game – New Rules”
For more information: http://www.fcoa.org/conference.html

·       The 18^th International Conference & Summit on Violence, Abuse & Trauma will be held in San Diego, California on September 8-11, 2013. For more information: http://www.ivatcenters.org/  

·       The 24^th Annual NAPSA Conference to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota October 2-3, 2013, followed by The 4^th Annual NAPSA Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation on October 4, 2013. For more information: http://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/annual-conference/

·       The 30^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference will be held in San Antonio, Texas from November 19-22, 2013. For more information: https://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/

·       The 2^nd Annual National Elder Abuse Symposium will be held at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Anaheim, California on December 3-6, 2013. Stay tuned for more information.

An archived collection of previous newsfeeds is available here:
http://ncea.posthaven.com

 

National Center on Elder Abuse
Center of Excellence on Elder Abuse & Neglect
University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
101 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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