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NCEA Newsfeed – Tuesday, July 10, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         CALIFORNIA (Berkeley), The Recorder, July 6, 2012
Role Reversal
http://www.law.com/jsp/ca/PubArticleCA.jsp?id=1202562172299
A man is pleading not guilty to elder theft and perjury after being arrested for allegedly tricking his elderly neighbor into granting him power of attorney.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Los Angeles), NBC, July 9, 2012
Court hears Actor Mickey Rooney’s Allegations of Elder Abuse
http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Mickey-Rooney-Elder-Abuse-Los-Angeles-Superior-Court-Christopher-Christina-Aber-161824925.html
Mickey Rooney's battle against alleged elder abuse continued Monday morning, following a hearing in conservatorship proceedings for the 91-year-old actor who has accused his stepson of maltreatment and meddling in his financial assets.

3.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), The Daily Titan, July 7, 2012
California man is found not guilty in beating of priest
http://www.dailytitan.com/2012/07/california-man-is-found-not-guilty-in-beating-of-priest/
A jury acquitted a San Francisco man of felony assault and elder abuse for beating up the cleric he says brutally raped him as a child decades ago.

4.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), Fox News, July 6, 2012
California man acquitted of assaulting retired priest he claims molested him
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/07/06/california-man-acquitted-assaulting-retired-priest-claims-molested-him/
A jury acquitted William Lynch of felony assault and elder abuse on Thursday, bringing a stunning conclusion to Lynch's 37-year desire to confront the priest he says molested him in a tent on a 1975 camping trip.

5.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), The Los Angeles Times, July 7, 2012
Man who attacked priest for revenge is found not guilty
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/lanow/2012/07/priest-abuse-san-francisco-will-lynch-not-guilty.html
A San Francisco man who admitted to beating a priest he said had raped him and his brother more than three decades ago was found not guilty of felony assault and elder abuse Thursday in a verdict that even he could not imagine.

7.         FLORIDA (Holt), United Press International, July 7, 2012
Man pleads not guilty to elder abuse
http://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2012/07/07/Man-pleads-not-guilty-to-elder-abuse/UPI-14441341695706/
A 58-year-old Florida man accused of letting his 88-year-old mother lie in her own feces for three days has pleaded not guilty to elder abuse charges.

8.         ILLINOIS (Springfield), Examiner, July 7, 2012
Governor Quinn issues executive order to protect adults with disabilities
http://www.examiner.com/article/governor-quinn-issues-executive-order-to-protect-adult-with-disabilities
Governor Pat Quinn issued an executive order to strengthen protections for adults who have disabilities. The Governor’s action will ensure that potential cases of abuse and neglect of adults with disabilities who live in domestic settings will be investigated and referred to the appropriate authorities.

9.         MICHIGAN (Genesee County), MLive, July 8, 2012
Genesee County Sheriff Robert Pickell left to decide what’s next for elder abuse program
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2012/07/genesee_county_sheriff_robert_31.html
Interim elder abuse program director, Sheriff Robert Pickell, is leaning toward continuing to work with Integrated Community Services rather than another company.

10.       MONTANA (Seeley Lake), Missoulian, July 6, 2012
Seeley Lake man accused of stealing over $100K from elderly parents
http://missoulian.com/news/local/seeley-lake-man-accused-of-stealing-over-k-from-elderly/article_7e1e19c6-c715-11e1-b871-0019bb2963f4.html
A Seeley Lake man is facing a felony elder abuse charge after allegedly stealing more than $100,000 from his sick parents. He has been charged with felony negligent abuse of an older person or a person with developmental disability.

11.       NEW MEXICO (Santa Fe), The Daily Times, July 8, 2012
New Mexico looks to fight elder abuse
http://www.daily-times.com/ci_21033759/new-mexico-looks-fight-elder-abuse
About 13.5 percent of New Mexicans are above the age of 65, which is only slightly higher than the national average, according to the United States census. However, that could change as retirees around the country move to warmer states in the south and west.

12.       OKLAHOMA (Depew), Fox 23, July 9, 2012
Depew insurance agent charged with embezzlement, exploitation
http://www.fox23.com/news/local/story/Depew-insurance-agent-charged-with-embezzlement/Iw834AnmNU-zNnCgapLYig.cspx
A Depew insurance agent has been charged with embezzlement and financial exploitation of the elderly after collecting payment from an elderly woman without creating a policy.

13.       TEXAS (Houston), Chron.com, July 7, 2012 (OPINION)
Resources available to protect elderly from scams
http://www.chron.com/opinion/outlook/article/Resources-available-to-protect-elderly-from-scams-3689434.php
A group in Texas has developed a program training clinicians to screen older patients for mild cognitive impairment and other risk factors for financial exploitation.

14.       VIRGINIA (Burke), Burke Patch, July 6, 2012
Cuccinelli: Fraud and Elder Abuse Major Problems
http://burke.patch.com/articles/cuccinelli-fraud-and-elder-abuse-major-problems
Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli said that fraud and elder abuse are big problems in Virginia. "The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) -- which includes the Elder Abuse and Neglect Squad -- (is) the only unit in my office which has not shrunk with the budget cuts," he said.

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

·   National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. :http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    The National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators, through a grant from OVC, is seeking proposals for projects to raise public awareness of victims’ rights and services in communities during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 21-27, 2013. For more information and an application, visit the NCVRW Community Awareness Projects site. The deadline to apply is July 18, 2012.

●    Texas Summit on Elder Financial Exploitation sponsored by the Houston Financial Abuse Specialist Team and Better Business Bureau Education Foundation will take place Friday, August 3, 2012, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
http://houston.bbb.org/texas-elder-financial-exploitation-summit/

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Ruleshttp://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information:http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

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, July 5, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         CALIFORNIA (Hollywood), National Ledger, July 3, 2012
Hutton Gibson Elder Abuse Claims – Mel Gibson Spat in Stepmother’s Face?
http://www.nationalledger.com/pop-culture-news/hutton-gibson-elder-abuse-claims-717735.shtml
The estranged wife of actor Mel Gibson’s elderly father reacts to charges of elder abuse brought against her by claiming that her husband’s adult children conspired against her when she didn’t approve of the medical treatments that they advocated their father use.

2.         CALIFORNIA (San Francisco), Huffington Post, July 2, 2012
Stow Lake Geese Incident: Elderly Woman In Critical Condition After Golden Gate Park Altercation
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/03/stow-lake-geese_n_1646624.html
An elderly woman is hospitalized with what’s being described as life-threatening injuries. The woman had told a boy to stop harassing a goose at Golden Gate Park when a man, believed to be the boy’s father, pushed the woman, knocking her to the ground. Police are looking for the suspect.

3.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), San Francisco Gate, July 4, 2012
Jury eyes case of man accused of beating priest
http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Jury-eyes-case-of-man-accused-of-beating-priest-3680484.php
Jurors in the case of a man charged with assaulting a now-elderly priest he says molested him decades ago had the Fourth of July holiday off, and resumed their deliberations today.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Cruz), Mercury News, July 2, 2012
Elder abuse prevention program could end in Santa Cruz, Watsonville
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_20993411/elder-abuse-prevention-program-could-end-santa-cruz
For hundreds of residents of Santa Cruz and San Benito counties in the past five years, free help could be found at the Conservatorship and Elder Abuse Prevention Program at Santa Cruz County Superior Court. Yet its funding could dry up at the end of this year.

5.         MARYLAND (Silver Spring), ABC 27, July 2, 2012
Maryland nursing home struggling through third day of heat and no electricity
http://www.abc27.com/story/18935440/maryland-nursing-home-struggling-through-third-day-of-heat-and-no-electricity
Residents are coping as best they can at the Springvale Terrace nursing home and senior center in Silver Spring. There is no air conditioning, no cable and no automatic doors for elderly residents using walkers.

6.         MASSACHUSETTS (North Adams), iBerkshires.com, July 2, 2012
North County Officials Stand Against Elder Abuse
http://www.iberkshires.com/story/41692/North-County-Officials-Stand-Against-Elder-Abuse.html?source=top_stories
Mayor Richard Alcombright issued a city citation advocating for everyone, residents and organizations, to be well aware and vigilant of elder abuse.

7.         NEW YORK (Poughkeepsie), Poughkeepsie Journal, July 5, 2012
Coalition fights elder abuse
http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/article/20120705/NEWS01/307050016/Coalition-fights-elder-abuse
More than 145 people attended the Coalition on Elder Abuse’s Fourth Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day conference June 15 at the Farm and Home Center in Millbrook, according to the group. This year’s conference theme, “There’s No Excuse for Elder Abuse: Joining Forces, Joining Partnerships,” focused on the necessity of a multidisciplinary team approach to elder-abuse prevention and intervention.

8.         PENNSYLVANIA (Chatham), Chatham Daily News, July 3, 2012 (Opinion)
Video illustrates need to discuss elder abuse
http://www.chathamdailynews.ca/2012/07/03/video-illustrates-need-to-discuss-elder-abuse
A columnist believes that the recent viral youtube video of several teenagers verbally and physically assaulting an elderly bus monitor should prompt a national discussion on elder abuse.

9.         PENNSYLVANIA (Gettysburg), Gettysburg Times, July 4, 2012
ACNB joins the fight in effort to prevent elder financial abuse
http://www.gettysburgtimes.com/news/basket/article_0b86f56e-1164-5ca3-bad1-a8466b4980c5.html
To spotlight June 15 as "Elder Abuse Awareness Day," ACNB Bank offered tips on how senior citizens can protect themselves from elder financial abuse. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, seniors throughout the United States lose an estimated $2.6 billion or more annually due to elder financial abuse and exploitation.

10.       PENNSYLVANIA (Lancaster County), WITF.org, July 3, 2012
Number of cases of people ripping off the elderly on the rise in Lancaster County
http://www.witf.org/regional-a-state-news/elderly-financial-exploitation-concerns-on-rise-in-lancaster-county
Lancaster County’s Office on Aging expects to see more cases of financial crimes for the fiscal year that ended last month. The agency estimates it’s investigated 1,500 elder abuse incidents in that 12 month span – an increase of about 300 cases.

11.       RHODE ISLAND (Providence), Warwick Online, July 3, 2012
RI senior advocate calls elder abuse an ‘epidemic’
http://www.warwickonline.com/stories/RI-senior-advocate-calls-elder-abuse-an-epidemic,72607
Anita Corley, elderly services coordinator for the Elizabeth Buffum Chase Center, said financial institutions are seeing their own employees take advantage of elderly clients.

12.       TEXAS (San Angelo), Go San Angelo, July 4, 2012
PATHWAYS TO PROGRESS: Survey finds vast differences in quality of life across city
http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2012/jul/04/senior-living-survey-finds-vast-differences-in/
The ASU Center for Community Wellness, Engagement, and Development developed the San Angelo Index of Elders to help see the real quality of life among the elderly population.

13.       TEXAS (San Antonio), KSAT.com, July 4, 2012
Caretaker accused of taking woman’s money
http://www.ksat.com/news/Caretaker-accused-of-taking-woman-s-money/-/478452/15398582/-/8w8k9e/-/index.html
A man who was appointed as legal guardian for a 79-year-old Northeast Side woman is accused of taking advantage of her instead, by stealing tens of thousands of dollars from her. The suspect was arrested on a charge of misappropriation of fiduciary funds.

14.       INTERNATIONAL (New Brunswick, Canada), Metro News, July 4, 2012
N.B. elder abuse project gets federal cash
http://metronews.ca/news/canada/285382/n-b-elder-abuse-project-gets-federal-cash/
The federal government is spending $350,000 to combat elder abuse in New Brunswick. The money will go to the New Brunswick Association of Nursing Homes in Fredericton for a project to educate nursing home employees and seniors on what elder abuse is and how it can be prevented.

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Windhoek, Namibia), AllAfrica.com, July 4, 2012
Namibia: Abuse of the Elderly a Growing Phenomenon
http://allafrica.com/stories/201207040822.html
The Deputy Minister of Health and Social Services, Petrina Haingura, has called on Namibians to stop seeing elders as a burden, but rather value their contribution to the development of the country. Speaking at the recent celebration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) in Rundu, Haingura said older persons are an integral part of society because of their expertise and wisdom.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         ILLINIOS (Chicago), Chicago Tribune, July 4, 2012
Illinois struggles to move mentally ill adults out of nursing homes
http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/ct-met-nursing-home-report-20120704,0,7396495.story
Casting doubt on an ambitious state plan to move thousands of mentally ill adults out of nursing homes and into community-based programs, a federal court monitor reported this week that many of the patients don't want to leave the facilities while others were found to be unfit for the community placements.

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

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    The National Association of VOCA Assistance Administrators, throughaa grant from OVC, is seeking proposals for projects to raise public awareness of victims’ rights and services in communities during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 21-27, 2013. For more information and an application, visit the NCVRW Community Awareness Projects site. The deadline to apply is July 18, 2012.

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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

 Like us on Facebook!

NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, July 02, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         CALIFORNIA (Alameda County), Mercury News, June 28, 2012
Alameda County judge charged in elder abuse case to take leave of absence; affidavit outlines charges
http://www.mercurynews.com/elections/ci_20965995/alameda-county-judge-charged-elder-abuse-case-take
A judge who has been charged with abusing an elderly couple has decided to take a leave of absence until the matter is resolved.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Los Angeles), Salem News, June 29, 2012
Los Angeles Adult Protective Services Refuses to Accept Reports of Conservator Abuse
http://www.salem-news.com/articles/june292012/conservator-abuse-jp.php
During a call to APS last Thursday, a complaint was made that a local conservator was neglecting and medically abusing one of her wards in Pomona, California. The worker refused to accept the complaint, stating that APS does not take complaints of conservator abuse.

3.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), SF Gate, June 29, 2012
Calif man accused in priest assault describes fear
http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Calif-man-accused-in-priest-assault-describes-fear-3673934.php
A man faces felony charges of assault and elder abuse for beating Reverend Jerold Lindner at a retirement home. The suspect claims that the retired priest molested him and his younger brother more than 35 years ago.

4.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), Mercury News, July 2, 2012
Priest assault trial nearing conclusion in Calif
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_20991333/priest-assault-trial-nearing-conclusion-calif
The complicated case involving charges of elder abuse and assault, and an alleged former child molester is coming to a close. The jury is expected to begin deliberations later in the day.

5.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Clara), Mercury New, July 1, 2012
Santa Clara County’s court-appointed personal and estate managers are handing out costly and questionable bills
http://www.mercurynews.com/bay-area-news/ci_20980449/santa-clara-countys-court-appointed-personal-and-estate
Among the roughly 1,500 elderly and incapacitated adults whose lives and finances are overseen by Santa Clara County's probate court, a six-month investigation by Mercury News found a small group of the county's court-appointed personal and estate managers are handing out costly and questionable bills.  Unlike other Bay Area courts, Santa Clara County's has few guidelines for appropriate charges.

6.         FLORIDA (Deltona), The Daytona Beach News-Journal, June 29, 2012
3 charged in financial exploitation of 88-yaer-old Deltona man
http://www.news-journalonline.com/breakingnews/2012/06/3-charged-in-financial-exploitation-of-88-year-old-deltona-man.html
Three women are charged with financially exploiting an 88-year-old Deltona man after investigators say they swindled him out of more than $150,000. The primary suspect allegedly befriended the man, convinced him to marry her and give her power of attorney of his finances, and beat the man when he tried to escape the house.

7.         KENTUCKY (Lexington), Kentucky.com, June 29, 2012
Report shows more abuse and neglect in Kentucky’s care centers
http://www.kentucky.com/2012/06/29/2243063/report-shows-more-abuse-and-neglect.html
In fiscal 2011, state adult protection workers determined that abuse and neglect probably had occurred in about 28 percent of cases they investigated involving residents of Kentucky's long-term care centers. That is up from fiscal 2010, when workers substantiated probable abuse in 18 percent of investigations involving long-term care residents, according to a report from the state.

8.         MAINE (Pemaquid), Sun Journal, June 28, 2012
Elder abuse: woman robbed of all but 37 cents
http://www.sunjournal.com/news/maine/0001/11/30/elder-abuse-case-lincoln-county-exposes-pattern-ma/1216635
Gwendolyn Swank had more than $300,000 in assets plus a monthly Social Security check to cover living expenses. A trusted neighbor preyed on the unsuspecting 85-year-old and was able to rob her of everything buy 37 cents.

9.         MASSACHUSETTS (Merrimack Valley), Eagle Tribune, July 2, 2012
Elder abuse is prevalent problem
http://www.eagletribune.com/local/x2004653132/Elder-abuse-is-prevalent-problem
In Massachusetts on the average 54 new reports are made on a daily basis. It is estimated for every official report another 25 go unreported/undetected.

10.         MICHIGAN (Hillsdale), Hillsdale.net, June 29, 2012
Analyzing abuse, neglect vital to aging society
http://www.hillsdale.net/newsnow/x1543989449/Analyzing-abuse-neglect-vital-to-aging-society
Last week, Governor Rick Snyder signed a 10-bill package to protect Michigan’s senior citizens and vulnerable adults. The measures encourage the reporting of elder abuse and strengthen penalties for those who are convicted.

11.         MICHIGAN (Lansing), The Daily Reporter, June 29, 2012
State takes steps against elder abuse
http://www.thedailyreporter.com/news/x1873083805/State-takes-steps-against-elder-abuse
Many in Michigan are concerned about elder abuse, and an estimated 600 gathered at the state Capitol last week to applaud new legislation, and advocate for more.

12.         MICHIGAN (Sault Ste. Marie), Soo Evening News, July 1, 2012
Abuse of elderly a silent epidemic
http://www.sooeveningnews.com/newsnow/x1543989855/Abuse-of-elderly-a-silent-epidemic
Every year, more than 2 million elderly Americans are victims of abuse and exploitation, while about 73,000 are victims in Michigan, according to the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging.

13.         NORTH CAROLINA (Rock Hill), Charlotte Observer, June 30, 2012
Rock Hill woman charged with neglect of vulnerable adult
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2012/06/30/3353178/rock-hill-oman-charged-with-neglect.html
Deputies arrested a 48-year-old woman after finding her bedridden mother, who is under her care, sleeping on a sheet-less bed wearing only a diaper, according to the report. The bed had dried fecal matter on it, the report states. No edible food was found in the house other than two boxes of cereal.

14.         OHIO (Columbus), Standard-Examiner, June 26, 2012
Telemarketing scam targeted elderly investors
http://www.standard.net/stories/2012/06/26/telemarketing-scam-targeted-elderly-investors
A widespread telemarketing fraud ring used video clips of bogus dinners in Las Vegas and other cities to convince elderly investors they could get rich selling worthless property to casino developers and other "interested buyers," according to an indictment made public by Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine on Monday.

15.         WEST VIRGINIA (Jefferson County), The West Virginia Record, June 29, 2012
Suit accesses Martinsburg attorney of ‘undue influence’ in parents’ wills
http://www.wvrecord.com/news/245012-suit-accesses-martinsburg-attorney-of-undue-influence-in-parents-wills
A Berkeley County attorney is accused of taking advantage of his parents' age to change their will for his exclusive benefit. The suspect’s sister alleges that he exerted undue influence over his parents prior to their deaths to the point of getting them to rewrite their wills in order for him to gain control over property they owned.

16.         INTERNATIONAL (British Columbia, Canada), Burnaby Now, June 29, 2012
Secret suffering: elder abuse in spotlight
http://www.burnabynow.com/life/Secret+suffering+elder+abuse+spotlight/6859665/story.html
Upcoming workshops focus on spreading education about elder abuse in Canada.

17.         INTERNATIONAL (Vancouver, Canada), Marketwire.com, June 29, 2012
Government of Canada Highlights Elder Abuse Awareness Project in Whitehorse
http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/government-of-canada-highlights-elder-abuse-awareness-project-in-whitehorse-1675501.htm
The Yukon Public Legal Education Association will receive $328,000 to develop and deliver presentations and information kits for seniors and elders in Yukon. These tools will help increase awareness and recognition of elder abuse and improve community response measures. This is one of 33 pan-Canadian NHSP projects, totaling $14.6 million, announced on the occasion of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

18.         INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Daily Mail, July 2, 2012
A license to abuse patients: They’ve attacked and stolen from the vulnerable in their care. But why are so few rogue nurses struck off?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2167927/A-licence-abuse-patients-Theyve-attacked-stolen-vulnerable-care-But-rogue-nurses-struck-off.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Recent reports claim that the Nursing and Midwifery Council has failed to protect vulnerable patients from rogue staff.  Even when such nurses have been disciplined, the sanctions against them have not gone on their professional records for employers to see.

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

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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, June 28, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, CNN, June 27, 2012
‘Stopping bullying means liberation’ (Opinion)
http://articles.cnn.com/2012-06-27/opinion/opinion_honda-bullying_1_anti-bullying-effort-anti-bullying-measures-elder-abuse?_s=PM:OPINION
The author announces the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Anti-Bullying Caucus, a historic convening on Capitol Hill of dozens of members of Congress and partner organizations, as well as visionary film director Lee Hirsch and the Assistant Secretary of Education Rosslynn Ali.

2.         ARIZONA (Flagstaff), Arizona Daily Sun, June 27, 2012 (Opinion)
Abuse of elderly a silent epidemic demanding attention
http://azdailysun.com/news/opinion/editorial/abuse-of-elderly-a-silent-epidemic-demanding-attention/article_610a9c1e-a532-5115-8cb5-0388712527bf.html
The elderly among us are also victims of not only abuse but financial exploitation, especially as the deep recession continues.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Bakersfield), Turnto23.com, June 25, 2012
2 More Former KVHD Employees Take Plea Deals In Elder Abuse Case
http://www.turnto23.com/mountain/31225058/detail.html
Over three years ago, four Kern Valley Healthcare District employees were charged with allegedly administering psychiatric drugs to patients by force, resulting in several deaths. In the past few weeks, two of those accused, including the former medical director, have made plea deals.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Kern County), Kern Radio, June 26, 2012
Two More Plea Deals In Elder Abuse Case
http://kernradio.com/bakersfieldnews/Two-More-Plea-Deals-In-Elder-Abuse-Case/13558999
Two more former Kern Valley Healthcare District employees accused of elder abuse took plea deals. They along with two other employees were charged with allegedly administering psychiatric drugs to patients to keep them under control.  Three patients allegedly died as a result.

5.         CALIFORNIA (Lancaster), CBS Local News, June 28, 2012
Report of Elder Abuse Leads to Lancaster Meth Lab Firearms Cche
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2012/06/27/report-of-elder-abuse-leads-to-lancaster-meth-lab-firearms-cache/#photo-1
A Lancaster man accused of elder abuse faced drug possession and weapons charges on Wednesday after deputies made a return visit to his residence.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Lancaster), Hometown Station, June 27, 2012
Elder Abuse Call Leads to Weapons, Meth Lab Discovery in AV
http://hometownstation.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=30105:elder-meth-weapons-av-clarita-2012-06-27-11-19&catid=26:local-news&Itemid=97
A 59-year old Lancaster man is behind bars on suspicion of weapons charges and methamphetamine manufacturing after sheriff’s deputies made a second trip to his East Lancaster Boulevard residence.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Napa Valley), Napa Valley Register, June 28, 2012
Couple sentenced in elder abuse case
http://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/couple-sentenced-in-elder-abuse-case/article_dd5c2cd6-c0d3-11e1-93da-001a4bcf887a.html
A Napa couple that pleaded guilty in March to involuntary manslaughter and elder abuse  were sentenced Wednesday in Napa Superior Court to three years in state prison. Authorities had accused them of failing to seek medical help for 13 days for Marilyn Heinricher after the elderly woman injured herself after falling in the family’s yard in December, 2009, according to court records.

8.         CALIFORNIA (Newman), Westside Connect, June 27, 2012
Annual event offers seniors a wealth of knowledge
http://www.westsideconnect.com/2012/06/27/annual-event-offers-seniors-a-wealth-of-knowledge/
The 11^th Annual Senior Information Day offered information on a wealth of resources available to seniors and dependent adults – as well as a powerful message by keynote speakers about the role that friends and loved ones play in preventing and reporting abuse and fraud.

9.         DELAWARE (Dover), Cape Gazette, June 28, 2012
Delaware Observes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/capelife/story/delaware-observes-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day/839862
Delaware observed the seventh annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, with a series of events in the state’s three counties. Locally, Attorney General Beau Biden, representatives of the Department of Health and Social Services, local officials and other state agencies took part in the events at the CHEER Center in Georgetown.

10.       FLORIDA (Panama City), News Herald, June 25, 2012
Flamingos flock to yards to recognize elder abuse awareness
http://www.newsherald.com/news/elder-103686-flamingos-flock.html
Purple flamingos have been flocking to yards and business fronts to promote awareness of elder abuse.

11.       GEORGIA (Savannah), Christian Science Monitor, June 27, 2012
Retirement plans: How to spot financial abuse of seniors
http://www.csmonitor.com/Business/new-economy/2012/0627/Retirement-plans-How-to-spot-financial-abuse-of-seniors
This article gives several helpful tips on how to prevent elder financial exploitation of both yourself and your loved ones.

12.       MAINE (Pemaquid), Sun Journal, June 28, 2012
Elder Abuse: woman robbed of all but 37 cents
http://www.sunjournal.com/news/maine/0001/11/30/elder-abuse-case-lincoln-county-exposes-pattern-ma/1216635
An elderly woman who had been financially exploited by her neighbor received a $1.3 million civil judgment against her abuser. The man is currently serving a five-year sentence for his crimes against the woman.

13.       MICHIGAN (Holland), Holland Sentinel, June 26, 2012
Elder abuse on the rise
http://www.hollandsentinel.com/news/x448229093/Elder-abuse-on-the-rise
Elder abuse in Michigan has increased 30 percent over the past five years, according to numbers from Adult Protective Services. Every year, more than 2 million elderly Americans are victims of abuse and exploitation, while about 73,000 are victims in Michigan, according to the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging.

14.       NEW YORK (New York City), WSET, June 28, 2012
US: Madoff brother to plead guilty in NY in fraud
http://www.wset.com/story/18900422/us-madoff-brother-to-plead-guilty-in-ny-in-fraud
Plans for the brother of jailed financier Bernard Madoff to plead guilty and serve 10 years in prison raise fresh questions about the status of the investigation into the epic multibillion dollar fraud and whether other family members remain under criminal investigation.

15.       NEW YORK (Tarrytown), Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Patch, June 27, 2012
Tarrytown Police: Woman Arrested for Alleged Abuse of Elderly Mother
http://tarrytown.patch.com/articles/tarrytown-police-woman-arrested-for-alleged-abuse-of-elderly-mother
A woman was arrested following a call to police by a home health care worker, reporting that her elderly patient was being repeatedly abused by the patient’s daughter.

16.       OKLAHOMA (Yukon), News 9, June 27, 2012
Yukon Caretaker Charged With Abuse
http://www.news9.com/story/18896360/yukon-caretaker-charged-with-abuse
Joe Allen Gordon, 58, a former certified nurse aide at Ranchwood Nursing Center in Yukon, was charged in Canadian County District Court with one count of abuse by caretaker.According to the charge, on November 27, 2011 Gordon allegedly used a bed sheet to tie an 89-year-old nursing home resident to her chair.

17.       RHODE ISLAND (Providence), Turn to 10, June 27, 2012
I-Team: Petition against nursing home delivered to AG
http://www2.turnto10.com/news/2012/jun/27/i-team-petition-against-nursing-home-delivered-ag-ar-1085379/
More than 1,100 people electronically signed a petition after hearing disturbing allegations that two women sexually abused their mother at the Hebert Nursing Home.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Estevan, Canada), Estevan Mercury, June 27, 2012
Nursing home investigation file moving slowly
http://www.estevanmercury.ca/article/20120627/ESTMERCURY0101/120629882/-1/estmercury/nursing-home-investigation-file-moving-slowly
The investigation into possible abusive treatment of residents at the Estevan Regional Nursing Home is not moving ahead rapidly, but the wheels are in motion.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Homecare.co.uk, June 26, 2012
Action on Elder Abuse chief executive wins “outstanding contribution to social care” award
http://www.homecare.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1557333/chief-executive-of-action-on-elder-abuse-wins-outstanding-contribution-to-social-care-award
The chief executive of Action on Elder Abuse has been commended for spending over 20 years of his life leading a crusade to eradicate elder abuse.

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

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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 25, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         ARIZONA (Tuba City), Arizona Daily Sun, June 24, 2012
Elder abuse: The silent scandal
http://azdailysun.com/news/local/elder-abuse-the-silent-scandal/article_20e6dee0-66b1-58ba-b937-e4fe94f27fb4.html
This article discusses several cases of elder abuse, trying to bring attention to an issue that has gone largely unnoticed by the general population.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Calexico), Imperial Valley Press Online, June 23, 2012
Valley Police Beat: Woman suspected of elder abuse
http://www.ivpressonline.com/news/ivp-valley-police-beat-woman-suspected-of-elder-abuse-20120623,0,2153218.story
A Calexico woman is facing a charge of elder abuse after Calexico police officers discovered an elderly woman under her care living in a room with human feces on the furniture and walls, no air-conditioning and trash piles.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Escondido), The Examiner, June 23, 2012
Facility director Nancy Totanes in jail for elder abuse
http://www.examiner.com/article/facility-director-nancy-totanes-jail-for-elder-abuse
The director of two Escondido residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFE), was arrested in May and has been charged with seven felonies, including elder false imprisonment with violence and financial elder abuse.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Oakland), Mercury News, June 22, 2012
Alameda County judge accused of financial elder abuse remains on bench
http://www.mercurynews.com/breaking-news/ci_20911001/judge-accused-financial-elder-abuse-remains-bench
The Alameda County Superior Court judge charged last week with a dozen felonies and accused of stealing from his elderly widowed neighbor continues to preside over a court at the county's smallest courthouse.

5.         CALIFORNIA (San Diego), The Village News, June 21, 2012
Deputy D.A. prosecutes elder abuse cases
http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/64662/
Paul R. Greenwood, deputy district attorney and head of the elder abuse prosecution unit within the San Diego District Attorney’s office has provided an update on the unit he he was tasked with starting 16 years ago, in January 1996. Greenwood has been dedicated to prosecuting these types of cases.

6.         GEORGIA (Albany), ABC Local News, June 21, 2012
Elder abuse often not reported
http://www.walb.com/story/18851268/elderly-abuse-often-unreported
Elder abuse is one of the most under reported problems in America. The majority of abuse occurs in private homes by family members.

7.         ILLINOIS (Mt. Vernon), WJBD Radio, June 23, 2012
Central City Man Arrested for Financial Exploitation of 86-Year-Old Grandmother
http://www.wjbdradio.com/?f=news_single&id=34272
A 22-year-old Central City man has been arrested for alleged financial exploitation of the elderly.  Dustin Donaldson of South Commercial is accused of opening several credit card accounts in the name of his 86-year-old grandmother.

8.         ILLINOIS (Jacksonville), My Journal Courier, June 22, 2012
Elder abuse cases seen rising in region
http://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/abuse-40434-cases-council.html
Annual increases in the number of reports for senior citizens and delayed reimbursements from the state have put a strain on many elderly abuse programs.

9.         KANSAS (El Dorado), El Dorado Times, June 22, 2012
SRS begins adult abuse prevention, awareness campaign
http://www.eldoradotimes.com/topstories/x1446659357/SRS-begins-adult-abuse-prevention-awareness-campaign
Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services Secretary Phyllis Gilmore announced a new campaign focusing on protection of adults who are vulnerable to abuse or neglect. Elderly or disabled adults can be targets for physical or financial abuse or neglect from caretakers. SRS is responsible for receiving reports of abuse or neglect and investigating those claims.

10.       LOUISIANA (New Orleans), NOLA.com, June 22, 2012
VOA offers services to senior citizens
http://www.nola.com/community/st-tammany/index.ssf/2012/06/voa_offers_services_to_senior.html
The Volunteers of America have taken on a proactive mantel in their mission to prevent and protect our elderly. In adherence to this vision, they celebrated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 by encouraging the community to wear purple (a ribbon, a hat or tie, anything purple) in this acknowledgement.

11.       NEW YORK (Corning), The Leader, June 21, 2012
Schumer pushes for legislation to fight elder abuse
http://www.the-leader.com/news/x681122829/Schumer-pushes-for-legislation-to-fight-elder-abuse
U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., said the state’s elder abuse situation is unacceptable, and he’s pushing for comprehensive legislation to address the issue. According to Schumer, the legislation would toughen federal standards of abuse and exploitation of seniors; improve screening and reporting protocols so abuse is identified and stopped; and increase training so instances of elder abuse are recognized more quickly and frequently by trained professionals and adults.

12.       NORTH CAROLINA (Raleigh), Daily Herald, June 24, 2012
Elder financial abuse: ‘The crime of the 21^st century’
http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120624/news/706249969/
Older Americans lose $2.9 billion a year to fraud, according to a study conducted last year by the National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the Center for Gerontology at Virginia Tech. Most victims are between 80 and 89, and most are women.

13.       NORTH CAROLINA (Raleigh), KFVS12.com, June 23, 2012
Elder fraud: One couple’s losses and hard lessons
http://www.kfvs12.com/story/18862649/elder-fraud-one-couples-losses-and-hard-lessons
An elderly North Carolina couple recalls the pain they endured when they fell victim to several sweepstakes scams.

14.       NORTH CAROLINA (Raleigh), WMAZ, June 24, 2012
Scamming Elderly Is A Big Business
http://www.13wmaz.com/news/article/186191/175/Scamming-Elderly-Is-A-Big-Business
Scamming older Americans is a multibillion-dollar industry and their adult children can sometimes have a tough time stopping their parents from falling victim.

15.       OHIO (Cincinnati), Cincinnati.com, June 25, 2012
Anyone can help prevent elder abuse
http://local.cincinnati.com/community/Story.aspx?c=100134&url=http://local.cincinnati.com/share/news/story.aspx?sid=194512
Elder abuse experts spoke at a symposium organized by the Shalom Center for Elder Abuse Prevention. They gave an overview of the issue of elder abuse, and stressed that everyone can do their part by reporting suspicious situations.

16.       SOUTH CAROLINA (Orangeburg County), The Times and Democrat, June 25, 2012 (Opinion)
Physical as well as fiscal, elderly abuse problem
http://thetandd.com/news/opinion/physical-as-well-as-fiscal-elderly-abuse-problem/article_cb121160-bd83-11e1-b205-0019bb2963f4.html
Particular emphasis, says S.C. attorney General Alan Wilson, must be placed on financial abuse of senior citizens. It is the most common form of abuse, costing victims an estimated $2.9 billion a year.

17.       TEXAS (Waco), ABC Local News, June 21, 2012
Fraud forum teaches seniors how to protect themselves
http://www.kxxv.com/story/18851433/seniors-learn-to-protect-themselves-against-fraud-at-forum
A panel of fraud experts hosted a free forum Thursday morning for a group of seniors at the Sul Ross Senior Center. The forum was hosted by the Heart of Texas Agency on Aging and featured speakers from Waco Police, Woodway Police, Adult Protective Services and the Secret Service among others.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Alberta, Canada), Daily Herald Tribune, June 25, 2012
Elder abuse program announced as part of Aboriginal Day
http://www.dailyheraldtribune.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3589273
For Aboriginal People across Canada, elders are an important and sacred part of their culture. With a funding announcement from Peace River MP Chris Warkentin at Aboriginal Day celebrations Sunday, the Government of Canada will help to protect many across the province, he says. With local Cree and Métis bands, the government has earmarked $425,000 to address the issue in Alberta.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (New Delhi, India), The Hindu, June 23, 2012
‘Younger generation should take care of elders’
http://www.thehindu.com/social/article3562825.ece
The 2012 study on Elder Abuse in India was conducted in 20 cities. Around 77.12 per cent of senior-citizens in Bhopal were abused followed by Guwahati (60.55 per cent ) and Lucknow (52 per cent).

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Windhoek, Namibia), allAfrica.com, June 23, 2012
Namibia: Elderly Abuse Prevalent in the Country
http://allafrica.com/stories/201206230092.html
According to the Legal Assistance Centre (LAC), one in ten people who apply for protection orders in Namibia are over the age of fifty. This data illustrates the fact that domestic violence affects people of all ages, and crimes commited to elderly people in the country is prevalent considering the media reports of parents killed or beaten up by their own children.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), Daily Mail, June 25, 2012
The courage of whistleblowers and why we should welcome the huge rise in care home complaints
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2164324/The-courage-whistleblowers-welcome-huge-rise-care-home-complaints.html?ito=feeds-newsxml
Complaints about abuse of the elderly and disabled in care homes and hospitals rocketed last year. The author of this article is hopeful that this change means the beginning of the end of the secrecy that perpetuates elder abuse.

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

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    The 2012 Joint Conference on Adult Guardianship, Elder Rights, and Disability Services will be held at the Wyndham Richmond Airport on July 26, 2012. This conference is presented by The Virginia Guardianship Association/Virginia Elder Rights Coalition.
http://www.vgavirginia.org/PDFs/2012_conference_brochure.pdf

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game � New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

・         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

・         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

●    The 29^th Annual Adult Protective Services Conference in San Antonio, Texas will take place November 13-16. The conference has attracted people from almost every state in the U.S. as well as attendees from Japan, Canada, England, Australia and Mexico.
http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Adult_Protection/Adult_Protective_Services_Conference/default.asp

・         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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

 Like us on Facebook!

NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, June 21, 2012

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!

Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Chicago Tribune, June 20, 2012
Financial elder abuse increases in a down economy
http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/sns-201206201300--tms--retiresmctnrs-a20120620-20120620,0,2256410.story
"The amount of money stolen from seniors has risen sharply in recent years," said Consumer Financial Protection Bureau head Richard Corday in a prepared statement. The bureau is seeking public input about the best way to identify legitimate financial advisers and how effective and easy-to-understand financial counseling can be for seniors, among other issues.

2.         NATIONAL, Daily Finance, June 18, 2012
Teaching Doctors to Diagnose a Grandma Money Scam
http://www.dailyfinance.com/2012/06/18/teaching-doctors-to-diagnose-a-grandma-money-scam/
Doctors and those in the medical field are being trained to be aware of signs of trouble. The nonprofit Investor Protection Trust, for example, has trained 3,000 medical professionals in the U.S. to spot impaired mental capacity in patients. This can be a powerful way to get them help and prevent them from being swindled.

3.         NATIONAL, Financial Advisor Magazine, June 19, 2012
Financial Abuse Rampant Among Elderly
http://www.fa-mag.com/fa-news/11346-financial-abuse-rampant-among-elderly.html
Financial abuse of vulnerable older people is becoming a rampant and growing problem, according to experts in finances and care of senior citizens. The vast majority (84%) says investment fraud and financial exploitation of American senior citizens by swindlers who target the vulnerable is getting worse, according to a new survey by the Investor Protection Trust (IPT).

4.         NATIONAL, WIVB.com, June 21, 2012
Schumer: Elder abuse under reported
http://www.wivb.com/dpp/news/politics/schumer-elder-abuse-under-reported
Sen. Charles Schumer said he supports newly proposed federal standards to report abuse and defrauding of the elderly nationwide. The proposal includes training Meals on Wheels and other volunteers and workers in frequent contact with the elderly to spot physical abuse and financial fraud.\

5.         CALIFORNIA (Los Angeles), SCV News, June 20, 2012
Lawsuit Accuses SCV’s Sterling Canyon of Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death
http://scvnews.com/?p=32664
A lawsuit against Sunrise Sterling Canyon Assisted Living of Valencia alleging elder abuse, neglect and wrongful death was filed Wednesday in the Los Angeles County Superior Court by the family of former resident Loretta R. Hooker. The lawsuit relates to the events leading up to her death on August 24, 2011.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Los Gatos), Los Gatos Patch, June 20, 2012
Defrocked Los Gatos Jesuit Priest Denies Molestation
http://losgatos.patch.com/articles/defrocked-los-gatos-jesuit-priest-denies-molestation
A trial continues in the case of a San Francisco man accused of assault and elder abuse of a former priest who the defendant claims sexually molested him and his brother when they were children.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Orange County), OC Register, June 20, 2012
Personally attacking elder abuse
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/elder-359903-one-worked.html
A columnist for the Orange County Register reflects on the cases of elder abuse that he’s witnessed throughout Orange County.

8.         CALIFORNIA (San Diego), Village News, June 21, 2012
Deputy D.A. prosecutes elder abuse cases
http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/64662/
Paul R. Greenwood, deputy district attorney and head of the elder abuse prosecution unit within the San Diego District Attorney’s office has provided an update on the unit he was tasked with starting 16 years ago, in January 1996. Greenwood has been dedicated to prosecuting these types of cases.

9.         CALIFORNIA (San Jose), Kansas City Star, June 20, 2012
Judge cancels Calif. priest assault trial for day
http://www.kansascity.com/2012/06/20/3667904/church-abuse-victim-on-trial-for.html
A man is accused of beating an elderly former priest at a retirement home. The suspect claims that the former priest molested him and his younger brother in 1975.

10.       CALIFORNIA (San Jose), Times Union, June 20, 2012
Church abuse victim faces trial for beating priest
http://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Church-abuse-victim-faces-trial-for-beating-priest-3645422.php
A man is accused of savagely beating an elderly former priest who allegedly molested the man and his brother over 30 years ago.

11.       CALIFORNIA (Siskiyou County), Siskiyou Daily, June 21, 2012
Elder abuse cases on the rise
http://www.siskiyoudaily.com/news/x57807567/Elder-abuse-cases-on-the-rise
According to Tammy Stewart, victim services advocate for the District Attorney's Office, elder abuse cases in Siskiyou County are on the rise.

12.       COLORADO (Denver), Virtual Strategy, June 19, 2012
Identity Theft Expert Advises on Why Elders are Targets for Scams and Financial Abuse
http://www.virtual-strategy.com/2012/06/19/identity-theft-expert-advises-why-elders-are-targets-scams-and-financial-abuse
A Victim Advocate at the Colorado Bureau of Investigation’s identity theft unit, Hazel Heckers, presents a new webinar hosted by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors on elder abuse, and how the elderly and people with disabilities become vulnerable targets for fraudulent crime.

13.       CONNECTICUT (Westport), Minuteman News Center, June 20, 2012
Awareness raised on World Elder Abuse Day
http://minutemannewscenter.com/articles/2012/06/20/fairfield/news/doc4fe1e15e737ba968878839.txt
The Jewish Home for the Elderly (JHE), held a gathering at which three legislators and the daughter of abuse victims were featured speakers at the Westport Senior Center. Each speaker gave his personal perspective on seniors and their family struggling with elder abuse and state government efforts to address this critical public policy issue. About 45 people attended, including concerned residents, aging services professionals, high school students and police liaison officers.

14.       DELAWARE (Georgetown), Sussex Countian, June 18, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event Held in Georgetown
http://www.sussexcountian.com/news/x681118862/Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Day-event-held-in-Georgetown
A change in public attitudes and additional state resources are needed to protect seniors from physical abuse, neglect and fraud, Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden said last week.

15.       ILLINOIS (Aurora), Daily Herald, June 21, 2012
3 siblings guilty in 2011 Aurora elder abuse case
http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120621/news/706219695/
Two Aurora siblings admitted Thursday to felony neglect and abuse of their mother in 2011, which resulted in the woman having part of her leg amputated. Prosecutors did not reduce the charges against the trio in exchange for the guilty pleas.

16.       INDIANA (Corydon), WHAS11, June 19, 2012
Elderly woman claims she was sexually abused at Corydon nursing home
http://www.whas11.com/news/local/Allegations-of-sexual-abuse-159589355.html
An elderly woman is staying in a New Albany nursing home after family transferred her for her own safety. The elderly woman claims she was sexually assaulted at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation Center in Corydon.

17.       LOUISIANA (Baton Rouge), The Advocate, June 20, 2012
Elder unit switched to DHH
http://theadvocate.com/home/3139119-125/elder-unit-switched-to-dhh
At issue is the Jindal administration’s push to move the Office of Elderly Affairs’ adult protection services to the state Department of Health and Hospitals, which has an Office of Aging and Adult Services.

18.       MAINE (Pemaquid), The Maine Public Broadcasting Network, June 20, 2012
Elderly Pemaquid Woman Wins $1.3 Million Judgment
http://www.mpbn.net/News/MaineNewsArchive/tabid/181/ctl/ViewItem/mid/3475/ItemId/22371/Default.aspx
An elderly Pemaquid woman has won what's believed to be the largest judgment of its kind in Maine involving financial exploitation. Eighty-five-year-old Gwen Swank is unlikely to collect her $1.3 million award. The man who duped her out of her life savings is now behind bars. But Swank and her attorney are hoping the outcome marks a new chapter for elder abuse victims who take their cases to court.

19.       MASSACHUSETTS (West Roxbury), West Roxbury Patch, June 18, 2012
Seniors Flash Mob Roche Bros for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://westroxbury.patch.com/articles/video-seniors-flash-mob-roche-bros-for-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day#youtube_video-10348309
A group of senior citizens performed a flash mob dance at Roche Bros to draw attention to the physical, emotional or sexual abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, abandonment or self-neglect that many seniors secretly face.

20.       NEW YORK (Long Island), NewsLI.com, June 19, 2012
Exploiting Elderly And Vulnerable Adults Now A Crime
http://www.newsli.com/2012/06/19/exploiting-elderly-and-vulnerable-adults-now-a-crime/
The New York State Senate today responded to the need for increased protection against financial exploitation of elderly and vulnerable adults by passing legislation to make such actions a crime. The legislation (S6712), sponsored by Senator Patrick M. Gallivan (R-C-I, Elma), gives district attorneys and police the tools they need to prosecute instances of financial exploitation of vulnerable elderly or people with physical or mental disabilities.

21.       PENNSYLVANIA  (Franklin County), The Record Herald, June 20, 2012
Elder abuse task force established in Franklin County
http://www.therecordherald.com/news/x1179514220/Elder-abuse-task-force-established-in-Franklin-County
Franklin County Commissioners recently marked June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and announced the formation of a local Older Adult Protective Services Task Force.

22.       WASHINGTON (Issaquah), Issaquah Press, June 19, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness Day includes safety message
http://www.issaquahpress.com/2012/06/19/elder-abuse-awareness-day-includes-safety-message/
King County Council members declared June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day to reflect concerns about the safety of vulnerable adults. The proclamation encourages citizens to commit to building safer lives and safer community for elderly residents.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (British Columbia, Canada), The Globe and Mail, June 20, 2012
B.C.’s elder caregiver registry to face review
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/british-columbia/bcs-elder-caregiver-registry-to-face-review/article4358946/
Just weeks after the Ontario government announced it is adopting British Columbia’s model for a caregiver registry to protect seniors from abuse, B.C.’s Health Minister is promising to review the system in response to troubling reports of gaps in the safety net.

24.       INTERNATIONAL (Peterborough, Canada)
Respect, nothing else, when it comes to dealing with your elders
http://www.mykawartha.com/community/article/1377869--respect-nothing-less-when-it-comes-to-dealing-with-your-elders
Seniors and their family members gathered at Empress Gardens Retirement Residence to celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and listen to various presentation from community agencies hoping to encourage seniors who are abused, and community members who witness abuse, to speak up.

25.       INTERNATIONAL (Spiesen-Elversberg, Germany), United Press International, June 20, 2012
2 nursing home workers accused of torture
http://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2012/06/20/2-nursing-home-workers-accused-of-torture/UPI-60231340214933/
Two employees in a German nursing home are under investigation for allegedly torturing, abusing and killing residents, lawyers say. The two unnamed men were eventually reported by a group of 10 co-workers, who alleged they were previously threatened to keep quiet.

26.       INTERNATIONAL (New Delhi, India), June 19, 2012
Shravan Kumar, only a myth? The tragic plight of India’s elderly
http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report_shravan-kumar-only-a-myth-the-tragic-plight-of-india-s-elderly_1704131
According to a survey report by HelpAge India, released on the eve of the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, about 56% of India's sons indulge in elderly abuse as compared to 23% of daughter-in-laws. At the national level, 31% of older persons reported facing abuse.

27.       INTERNATIONAL (Worcestershire County, United Kingdom), Evesham Observer, June 18, 2012
New campaign highlights financial abuse
http://www.eveshamobserver.co.uk/2012/06/20/news-New-campaign-highlights-financial-abuse-42736.html
To mark World Elder Abuse Day, the Worcestershire Safeguarding Adults Board is unveiling the first of three posters designed to put the issue of financial abuse firmly in the public domain. One slogan newly introduced is, “Financial abuse bruises too.”

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

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, AARP, June 18, 2012
White House Announces Coordinated Effort To Combat Elder Financial Abuse
http://blog.aarp.org/2012/06/18/white-house-announces-coordinated-effort-to-combat-elder-financial-abuse/
At a White House forum on elder abuse and financial exploitation, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said a $5.5 million grant under the Affordable Care Act will be used to create a federal elder justice coordination team, including officials from the Justice Department and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

2.         NATIONAL, Los Angeles Times, June 15, 2012
U.S. targets financial abuse of elderly
http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-elderly-financial-abuse-20120615,0,46057.story
Federal regulators launched an investigation into the financial abuse of the elderly, citing a new report that advisors, planners, family members and others were ripping off seniors more than ever.

3.         NATIONAL, OC Metro, June 18, 2012
UCI, White House launch Ageless Alliance
http://www.ocmetro.com/t-Ageless-Alliance-launches-initiative-at-White-House-06-18-2012.aspx
Ageless Alliance: United Against Elder Abuse, a social justice movement established by UC Irvine, launched a national campaign at the White House June 14 to help spread awareness about the abuse, neglect and exploitation of elderly people.

4.         ALABAMA (Gadsden), TV24, June 15, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness Day Summit
http://www.tv24.tv/news/?newsID=13252
The Etowah County Council on Aging and the HELP Coalition addressed that issue in a big way with an Elder Abuse Awareness Day Summit at the Senior Activities Center in Gadsden.

5.         CALIFORNIA (Oakland), Marin Journal, June 18, 2012
Alameda County judge’s arrest sparks shock; additional details emerge in elder abuse case
http://www.marinij.com/ci_20868472/alameda-county-judges-arrest-sparks-shock-additional-details
An Alameda County judge was recently arrested on charges of financial elder abuse and perjury.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Oakland), NBC Bay Area, June 15, 2012
East Bay Judge Charged with Elder Abuse
http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/East-Bay-Judge-Charged-with-Financial-Elder-Abuse-159231295.html
An Alameda County judge was charged in a financial elder abuse case, authorities announced Thursday, after they say he stole thousands of dollars from his Berkeley neighbor, sold off her art, and used his garage to store his Thunderbird.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Orange County), OC Register, June 18, 2012
Elder abuse on rise: O.C. must do more to fight back
http://taxdollars.ocregister.com/2012/06/18/elder-abuse-on-rise-o-c-must-do-more-to-fight-back/156930/
In 2011, the county APS received 7,238 adult abuse reports, and 72 percent of the cases involved  seniors 65 or older.

8.         CALIFORNIA (Orange County), CBS Local, June 18, 2012
Report: Rate of OC Elder Abuse Skyrockets In ‘Perfect Storm’
http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2012/06/18/report-rate-of-oc-elder-abuse-skyrockets-in-perfect-storm/
The number of reported incidents of elder abuse is on the rise in Orange County, according to a report released Monday. A grand jury report entitled “Elder Abuse: The Perfect Storm” (PDF) cited over 7,200 reports of adult abuse in 2011, with nearly 75 percent of cases involving seniors 65 or older.

9.         CALIFORNIA (Ventura County), Ventura County Star, June 17, 2012
Observing Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.vcstar.com/news/2012/jun/17/observing-elder-abuse-awareness-day-5541/
Ventura County Adult Protective Services and its many community and agency partners have actively worked to advance the study of elder abuse with the goal of developing tools to identify and ultimately prevent the mistreatment of elders.

10.       FLORIDA (Escambia County), WearTV, June 15, 2012
Elder abuse a growing concern in Northwest Florida
http://www.weartv.com/newsroom/top_stories/videos/wear_vid_23085.shtml
The number of reported elder abuse cases has been released and it shows there are reasons to be concerned across Northwest Florida. Local experts tell us though, there are reasons to believe this trend could be turned around.

11.       GEORGIA (Augusta), Augusta Chronicle, June 15, 2012
Elder Rights Conference focuses on neglect and abuse
http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/health/2012-06-15/elder-rights-conference-focuses-neglect-and-abuse
Bob Blancato, the national coordinator for the Elder Justice Coalition, was the keynote speaker at the fourth annual Elder Rights Conference organized by the CSRA Area Agency on Aging and the CSRA Elder Rights Team. The event coincided with World Elder Abuse Aware­ness Day.

12.       KANSAS (Topeka), Hutch News, June 18, 2012
Kansas welfare officials take on elder abuse
http://hutchnews.com/Localregional/BC-KS--Elder-Abuse-20120616-21-14-14
Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services Deputy Secretary Jim Kallinger announced Friday that the agency will increase training of social workers in elder abuse. SRS also is hiring four more adult protection services employees.

13.       MASSACHUSETTS (Boston), Boston.com, June 15, 2012
Video: Seniors flash mob West Roxbury store to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.boston.com/yourtown/news/west_roxbury/2012/06/video_seniors_flash_mob_west_r.html
In honor of the 7^th Annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, more than 25 seniors from Ethos’ AgeWell West Roxbury program, along with members of the nonprofit’s protective services staff, participated in a flash mob, singing and dancing to The Beatles “When I’m Sixty-Four” at the Roche Bros. grocery store Friday morning.

14.       MASSACHUSETTS (Pittsfield), Berkshire Eagle, June 16, 2012
Officials spotlight elder abuse
http://www.berkshireeagle.com/local/ci_20870514/officials-spotlight-elder-abuse
With one of the highest percentage of senior citizens in the state, Berkshire County is particularly susceptible to the growing problem of elder abuse. On Friday, local and state officials gathered at the Ralph J. Froio Senior Center on North Street to mark the seventh annual World Elder Abuse Day by describing local efforts to combat the issue.

15.       MINNESOTA (St. Paul), Echo Press, June 18, 2012
State takes steps against elder abuse
http://www.echopress.com/event/article/id/95450/group/News/
Minnesota Department of Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman and Janet Golden from the Tubman Senior Rights Alliance joined in World Elder Abuse Awareness Day activities through their training, “Preventing Elderly Investment Fraud.” The training session is a continuation of the Commerce Department’s involvement in the ongoing Elder Investment Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Program (EIFFE).

16.       NEVADA (Las Vegas), 8 News Now, June 15, 2012
Elder Abuse on the Rise in Nevada
http://www.8newsnow.com/story/18802586/elder-abuse-on-the-rise-in-nevada
Experts say financial abuse and fraud is getting worse among seniors in Nevada.

17.       NORTH CAROLINA (Ashe County), Jefferson Post, June 18, 2012
DSS works to end abuse of county’s elderly
http://www.jeffersonpost.com/view/full_story/19021278/article-DSS-works-to-end-abuse-of-county%E2%80%99s-elderly
On Monday, June 18, the Ashe County Department of Social Services wrapped up a campaign to educate residents about the abuse of the elderly, what it entails, and how it can be stopped.

18.       NORTH CAROLINA (Rowan County), Salisbury Post, June 15, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness sheds light on mistreatment
http://www.salisburypost.com/News/061512-Elder-Abuse-Awareness-Day-qcd
Local and state officials reminded the public to watch for mistreatment of their older neighbors and loved ones — and even themselves. Friday marked the seventh annual observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, which began in 2006 through the efforts of the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse.

19.       OREGON (Salem), The Lund Report, June 14, 2012
On World Elder Abuse Day, advocates point out warning signs
http://www.thelundreport.org/resource/on_world_elder_abuse_day_advocates_point_out_warning_signs
Jerry Cohen, executive director of AARP Oregon, said for seniors living in community settings (either on their own or in adult foster care), financial exploitation is by far the most common form of elder abuse, where seniors living in care facilities are more likely to experience neglect.

20.       OREGON (Salem), Oregon Live, June 15, 2012
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day tries to shine light on mistreatment
http://www.oregonlive.com/news-network/index.ssf/2012/06/world_elder_abuse_day_tries_to.html
Investigators addressing elder abuse now have more tools to conduct their investigations due House Bill 4084, passed by the Legislature earlier this year. The bill allows abuse investigators easier access to seniors' financial records – which raised some concerns about seniors' privacy, though access is limited only to investigating agencies.

21.       SOUTH CAROLINA (Columbia), Post and Courier, June 16, 2012
SC Attorney General: Report elder abuse
http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20120616/PC16/120619238/sc-attorney-general-report-elder-abuse
South Carolina’s top prosecutor is urging people around the state to take a stand against cases of elder abuse. Attorney General Alan Wilson says people can take advantage of older people in many ways. He says cases of financial abuse cost older victims nearly $3 billion a year.

22.       UTAH (Salt Lake City), The Salt Lake Tribune, June 15, 2012
Efforts take aim at rising toll of elderly fraud in Utah, U.S.
http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/money/54307824-79/elderly-account-utah-abuse.html.csp
A study released last year estimated that elderly Utahns combined lose up to $1 million a day to financial abuse, with the perpetrators often the people seniors rely on most — their children and grandchildren.

23.       VERMONT (Montpelier), Vermont Digger, June 17, 2012
Disability Rights Vermont alleges state failed to protect elderly man
http://vtdigger.org/2012/06/17/disability-rights-vermont-alleges-state-failed-to-protect-elderly-man/
Disability Rights Vermont charges that the Vermont Adult Protective Services (APS) program failed to investigate allegations of abuse in a timely way, failed to provide adequate protective services, denied the elderly man access to emergency care and failed to substantiate clear neglect by a caregiver.

24.       VIRGINIA (Rockingham County), Go Dan River, June 17, 2012
County comes together to prevent elder abuse
http://www2.godanriver.com/news/2012/jun/17/county-comes-together-prevent-elder-abuse-ar-1992816/
Rockingham County held its second annual Elder Abuse Awareness Day conference Friday at the Salvation Army in Reidsville. Throughout the morning, seven speakers told tales of the horrors which go on within family homes as well as in residential care facilities.

25.       WEST VIRGINIA (Greenbrier County), WVNSTV.com, June 15, 2012
Greenbrier County Group Hosts Elder Abuse Awareness Luncheon
http://www.wvnstv.com/story/18801506/greenbrier-county-organization-hosts-elder-abuse-awareness-luncehon
Greenbrier County professionals came together Friday to recognize elder abuse awareness day. The Committee on Aging hosted an elder abuse awareness luncheon which featured a presentation from a Beckley pharmacist on drug abuse.

26.       WEST VIRGINIA (Raleigh County), WVNSTV.com, June 18, 2012
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.wvnstv.com/story/18817232/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day
"World Elder Abuse Awareness Day" was celebrated at the Raleigh County Commission's on Aging to help seniors know they aren't alone when being victims of abuse on Thursday. Last year alone 1,200 cases of elder abuse were reported in Raleigh County. More victims never get the justice they need or seek because abuse goes unreported.

27.       INTERNATIONAL (Queensland, Australia), Wyndham Weekly, June 17, 2012
Secret shame as elders abused by loved ones
http://www.wyndhamweekly.com.au/news/national/national/general/secret-shame-as-elders-abused-by-loved-ones/2592857.aspx
Senior social worker at the Caxton Legal Centre, Queensland’s longest running free legal advice service, Vivienne Campion, believes elder abuse is one of the nations’ last untouched social issues.

28.       INTERNATIONAL (Delhi, India), Deccan Herald, June 17, 2012
’30 pc elders face abuse in Delhi’
http://www.deccanherald.com/content/257750/30-pc-elders-face-abuse.html
At least 30 per cent senior citizens in Delhi face abuse in one form or another, a survey has claimed. What’s worse is that over 75 per cent of those facing abuse did not report the matter to police to protect family honor or for other reasons, said a survey by HelpAge India.

29.       INTERNATIONAL (Panaji, India), Times of India, June 18, 2012
Madhya Pradesh has highest number of elder abuse cases: Survey
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/Madhya-Pradesh-has-highest-number-of-elder-abuse-cases-Survey/articleshow/14234051.cms
At least 31% of elders in India are abused by their relatives; the highest number of elder abused is traced in Madhya Pradesh with 77.12% while Rajasthan is the lowest at 1.67%. 40% elders are abuse because they are economically dependent.

30.       INTERNATIONAL (Maputo, Mozambique), AllAfrica, June 17, 2012
At Least 20 Elderly People Killed Over Witchcraft Allegations
http://allafrica.com/stories/201206170217.html
At least 20 elderly people were killed in Mozambique between 2010 and 2011 over witchcraft allegations, and many others were physically, sexually psychologically abused and deprived of food assistance. Chairperson of the Third Age Forum, Antonio Sitoe, said that witchcraft and other superstitious allegations are the leading causes behind the increasing cases of violence against elderly people across the country.

31.       INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), BBC, June 15, 2012
Elderly warned over pressure-selling by rogue firms
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18453895
The Insolvency Service said that in the three years to March it closed 78 rogue firms in England and Wales, which had scammed £28m from nearly 2,000 victims.

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

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

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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 – Tuesday, June 12, 2012 (only 3 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!

 Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         ARIZONA (Glendale), AZ Central, June 8, 2012
Glendale woman charged with elder abuse
http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/2012/06/06/20120606glendale-woman-charged-elder-abuse.html
Lydia Zagrean, the former owner of an assisted-living home in Glendale, has been arrested and charged with two felony counts of elder abuse after a resident died from a brain hemorrhage caused by blunt-force trauma.

2.         ARIZONA (Phoenix), My Fox Phoenix, June 11, 2012
Caregiver facing negligent homicide in elderly woman’s death
http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/story/18760584/caregiver-facing-negligent-homicide-in-elderly-womans-death
The former owner and caregiver of a nursing home is facing charges of elder abuse and negligent homicide in the death of an elderly woman placed in that facility. In February of last year, a 74-year-old woman in the suspect’s care died of blunt force injuries to her head and chest, apparently caused by the suspect.

3.         ARIZONA (Tucson), Inside Tucson Business, June 8, 2012
Take the pledge: I will prevent and report elder abuse
http://www.insidetucsonbusiness.com/opinion/columnists/carol_west/take-the-pledge-i-will-prevent-and-report-elder-abuse/article_a3d11d4a-b0df-11e1-b839-001a4bcf887a.html
According to Attorney General Tom Horne’s Taskforce Against Elder Abuse (TASA), the Arizona Adult Protective Services received 9,592 reports of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults from July 2007 through June 2008. When mistreatment is reported, it gives victims the chance to receive the help they need to stop the abuse and reduce the risk of future abuse.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Diamondbar), Diamondbar Patch, June 9, 2012
Local Men Accused of Bilking Elderly Latinos
http://diamondbar.patch.com/articles/local-men-accused-swindeling-elderly
Two Southland men face charges of operating a $1.3 million real estate fraud scheme that targeted Latino investors, many of whom were elderly, authorities said today. "The defendants defrauded investors with promises of guaranteed returns and even convinced some victims to refinance their own homes in order to participate the scheme," the state Attorney General said in a statement. "What victims thought was a resourceful real estate investment only brought them losses and heartbreak."

5.         CALIFORNIA (Fullerton), OC Register, June 9, 2012
Fullerton man charged in Ponzi scheme targeting elderly
http://www.ocregister.com/news/authorities-358208-omega-investors.html
A Fullerton man has been arrested on charges he co-ran a $1.3 million real estate fraud scheme targeting Latino investors, many of whom were elderly, authorities announced Friday.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Montrose), Montrose Patch, June 7, 2012
FBI, IRS Raid Area Convalescent Hospitals
http://montrose.patch.com/articles/fbi-raids-nearby-convalescent-homes
The FBI and the IRS have raided several convalescent hospitals throughout southern California.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Rowland Heights), SGV Tribune, June 8, 2012
Rowland Heights woman arrested on suspicion of elder abuse released without charges
http://www.sgvtribune.com/news/ci_20814077/rowland-heights-woman-arrested-suspicion-elder-abuse-released
A female suspect, 53, of Rowland Heights was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of abusing her step father by getting him to turn over large amounts of money and a home, Los Angeles County sheriff's officials said. She has been released without charges.

8.         FLORIDA (Naples), Naples News, June 10, 2012
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15, 2012
http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2012/jun/10/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-is-june-15-2012-75/
This year the White House Office of Public Engagement will host a day-long symposium in recognition of the 7th annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The event is being held at the White House on June 14th to highlight the problem of elder abuse, exploitation and neglect. This historic event will bring together public and private partners to address the unique role that financial exploitation plays in the wider problem of elder abuse.

9.         ILLINOIS (Elmwood), PJ Star, June 10, 2012
Indictment cites home invasion with knife
http://www.pjstar.com/news/x1222855230/Indictment-cites-home-invasion-with-knife
An Elmwood man was arrested for two counts each of financial exploitation of an elderly person and financial exploitation of a person with a disability.

10.       ILLINOIS (Lakemoor), Northwest Herald, June 8, 2012
Lakemoor fugitive caught in southern California
http://www.nwherald.com/2012/06/08/lakemoor-fugitive-caught-in-southern-california/ao5foch/
A Lakemoor man wanted in three counties for numerous financial-related offenses has been arrested in southern California, according to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. In Lake County he was wanted for financial exploitation of an elderly person.

11.       MAINE (Androscoggin County), Sun Journal, June 10, 2012
Elderly especially vulnerable to sexual abuse
http://www.sunjournal.com/news/columns-analysis/2012/06/10/jamie-demers-elderly-especially-vulnerable-sexual/1206557
Sexual assault and prevention experts at the Sexual Assault Crisis Center claim that people over the age of 60 account for 18 percent of sexual assault victims.

12.       MISSOURI (Jefferson City), Kansas City Star, June 9, 2012
Missouri bill seeks to better protect seniors from scams
http://www.kansascity.com/2012/06/09/3649749/missouri-bill-seeks-to-better.html
A new bill could expand existing elder abuse laws, criminalizing the use of “undue influence” to financially exploit a disabled or elderly person’s “vulnerable state of mind, neediness, pain or agony.” It could be applied to those who improperly or fraudulently use a power of attorney, guardianship, conservatorship or other fiduciary authority.

13.       MISSOURI (St. Louis County), KMOV, June 11, 2012
Police investigating elderly abuse at nursing home in St. Louis County
http://www.kmov.com/news/local/Police-investigating-elderly-abuse-at-nursing-home-in-St-Louis-County-158495215.html
Police are investigating a nursing home in St. Louis County after they say an 82-year-old woman had to be hospitalized due to alleged abuse. St. John Police said they were contacted by the victim’s daughter after she noticed bruises on the woman’s abdomen and other parts of the body.

14.       NEW JERSEY (Somerset County), NJ.com, June 10, 2012
Somerset County Freeholders declare June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.nj.com/messenger-gazette/index.ssf/2012/06/somerset_county_freeholders_declare_june_15_as_elder_abuse_awareness_day.html
A partnership between the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office, the Resource Center of Somerset, the Somerset County Office on Aging and Disability Services and Somerset County Board of Social Services – Adult Protective Services has formed to tackle the problem in Somerset County and to develop strategies for public awareness, protection and education.

15.       NORTH CAROLINA (Alamance County), The Times News, June 11, 2012
County will mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.thetimesnews.com/news/elder-56254-graham-abuse.html
Alamance County will recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 to bring greater recognition to the mistreatment of older adults and the need to advance prevention efforts. Several local and regional events are scheduled for June 14 through June 16 to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

16.       NORTH CAROLINA (Moore County), The Pilot, June 10, 2012
Help Prevent Elder Abuse: Wear Purple on June 15
http://www.thepilot.com/news/2012/jun/10/help-prevent-elder-abuse-wear-purple-on-june-15/
Gov. Beverly Perdue proclaimed May 11 through June 18 as "Vulnerable and Elder Abuse Awareness Month in North Carolina."

17.       OHIO (Chillicothe), Chillicothe Gazette, June 11, 2012
Global observance prompts extra attention given to abuse, neglect of the senior citizens
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20120611/NEWS01/206110303
Elder Abuse Awareness Day is recognized statewide in Ohio. Locally, the Area Agency on Aging District 7, which includes Ross and Pike counties, is encouraging the community to be aware and educated about elder abuse.

18.       OHIO (Columbus), WKSU.org, June 11, 2012
The Ohio Dept. of Aging to host Facebook chat
http://www.wksu.org/news/story/31987
The Ohio Department of Aging is going to host a Facebook chat on the office of the long term care on Ombudsman’s Facebook page.

19.       OHIO (Mentor), The Examiner, June 8, 2012
Ohio elder abuse advocate notes June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.examiner.com/article/ohio-elder-abuse-advocate-notes-june-15-as-elder-abuse-awareness-day
In May, Ohio lawmakers passed a bill that recognized World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by designating June 15th as Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The purpose of law is to increase public awareness of the innocent victims of elder abuse.

20.       OREGON (Lane County), KEZI.com, June 10, 2012
Elder Abuse Cases Growing in Lane County
http://kezi.com/news/local/248541
Lane County receives nearly 250 calls a month regarding elder abuse, and officials expect that number to rise. In support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, county officials and volunteers will gather at Lane Community College on Tuesday for the Second Annual Elder Abuse Summit in an effort to educate, prevent and stop such abuse from happening.

21.       TENNESSEE (Memphis), Raleigh-Frayser, June 11, 2012
Mid-South Aging Commission raising awareness of elderly abuse
http://raleigh-frayser.wmctv.com/news/events/76933-mid-south-aging-commission-raising-awareness-elderly-abuse
Aging Commission of the Mid-South sponsored event wants to fight for and support “older adults and adults with disabilities in leading independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in their own homes and communities as long as possible.” Lindenwood Christian Church will host a program on June 15th in honor of the day of elder abuse awareness.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (North Vancouver, Canada), Northshore Outlook, June 8, 2012
‘Safe house’ suite for abuse, neglected seniors opens in North Van
http://www.northshoreoutlook.com/news/158250665.html
The "safe house" has for decades been the domain of women and youth fleeing violence and neglect at home, but now the emergency shelter model is catering to a new demographic: seniors. On June 4, the North Shore's first ever shelter for abused and neglected seniors opened in the City of North Vancouver.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (Toronto, Canada), Canindia.com, June 8, 2012
Elder abuse on the rise among South Asians
http://canindia.com/2012/06/elder-abuse-on-the-rise-among-south-asians/
South Asians, who came here decades ago and are now seniors, tend to be affluent and this has made them particularly vulnerable to financial abuse they face from their children and other relatives. Misuse of Power of Attorney’s (POA) is common and a growing problem, especially if the senior is in and out of hospitals or convalescing at home.

24.       INTERNATIONAL (Derry, Ireland), Derry Journal, June 9, 2012
‘No excuse for abuse of elderly’
http://www.derryjournal.com/news/local/no-excuse-for-abuse-of-elderly-1-3932152
Abuse against vulnerable adults will be the focus of public events being held across the Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) area to mark June 15, 2012 – World Elder Abuse Day.

25.       INTERNATIONAL (Wales, United Kingdom), Wales Online, June 11, 2012
Stopping abuse of elderly
http://www.walesonline.co.uk/cardiffonline/cardiff-news/2012/06/11/stopping-abuse-of-elderly-91466-31153683/
Age Cymru is committed to ending elder abuse – their message is simple: “elder abuse is wrong – together we can stop it”.

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

      ·    Protection Trust/Investor Protection Institute is conducting a survey on elder investment fraud/financial exploitation in preparation for the 2012 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15^th.  Click on the link to take the brief 11-question survey:   http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KWQP5RH

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

●    26^th Annual Elder Rights Conference (July 11-13, 2012), Schaumburg, Illinois.  Presented by the Illinois Department on Aging. : http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/index.html

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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, June 07, 2012 (only 8 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!

 Calendar of upcoming elder abuse and neglect events can be found at the bottom of the newsfeed entries.

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Med Page Today, June 6, 2012
CMS Seeks to Cut Antipsychotics in Nursing Homes
http://www.medpagetoday.com/Geriatrics/Dementia/33112
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a new plan to reduce use of antipsychotic medications among nursing home residents by 15% by the end of 2012.

2.         NATIONAL, US Politics Today, June 7, 2012
More Seniors Are Being Mistreated As Our Population Ages
http://uspolitics.einnews.com/247pr/284384
The Elder Justice Act seeks to put in place a means to prevent, detect and prosecute elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. While the new law is a step in the right direction, it has received no funding toward education or enforcement to protect our seniors.

3.         ARIZONA (Prescott), The Daily Courier, June 6, 2012
Polk, Horne to speak at elder abuse prevention event Tuesday
http://www.dcourier.com/main.asp?SectionID=1&SubSectionID=1&ArticleID=107399
The Prevention of Elder Abuse Coalition (PEAC) will host a free public event called "Abuse: There's No Excuse" from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, June 12. Attorney General Tom Horne, Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk, and representatives from local aging and advocacy organizations will discuss elder abuse, neglect of older adults, senior support, and local and state resources people can use to get help.

4.         ARIZONA (Yuma County), KSWT, June 5, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness in Yuma County
http://www.kswt.com/story/18711610/elder-abuse
Elisa Davis with Western Arizona Council of Governments who runs the Yuma County's Elder Abuse Coalition says "It's not as recognized as child abuse is, both are equally important yet their different populations. However, I think it's easier to step in when you see a child being abused then if you see someone older being abused."

5.         CALIFORNIA (Bakersfield), Sacramento Bee, June 7, 2012
Doctor pleads no contest in patient-drugging case
http://www.sacbee.com/2012/06/07/4545370/doctor-pleads-no-contest-in-patient.html
A doctor charged with drugging patients at a Kern County nursing home to keep them quiet has pleaded guilty to a felony.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Corona Del Mar), Corona Del Mar Today, June 7, 2012
From the Police Log: Man Arrested in Elder Abuse Case; Disorderly Conduct Arrests
http://www.coronadelmartoday.com/28763/home/from-the-police-log-man-arrested-in-elder-abuse-case-disorderly-conduct-arrests/
A 62-year-old Newport Beach man has been arrested and is accused of neglecting to obtain medical attention for an elderly woman while she was lying in bed unresponsive for two to three days.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Hollywood), The Hollywood Gossip, June 5, 2012
Hutton Gibson, Father of Mel, Files for Divorce, Alleges Elder Abuse By Teddy Joye Gibson
http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2012/06/hutton-gibson-father-of-mel-files-for-divorce-alleges-elder-abus/
Actor Mel Gibson’s father, Hutton, cited irreconcilable differences in filing for divorce from his wife, and believes that his wife has been abusing him. She wants to discontinue all medicines to accelerate his death, because she believes that’s what Hutton wants.

8.         CALIFORNIA (Hollywood), Christian Post, June 5, 2012
Mel Gibson’s Dad and Elder Abuse: New Charges Filed Against Wife
http://global.christianpost.com/news/mel-gibsons-dad-and-elder-abuse-new-charges-filed-against-wife-76096/
Mel Gibson's father has accused his soon-to-be ex-wife Teddy Joye of elder abuse, though she says she is trying to end his suffering.

9.         CALIFORNIA (Hollywood), NY Daily News, June 5, 2012
Mel Gibson’s father files to end 10-year marriage to wife Teddy Joye amid claims of elder abuse
http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/mel-gibson-father-files-10-year-marriage-wife-teddy-joye-claims-elder-abuse-article-1.1090322#commentpostform
Mel Gibson’s elderly father is reportedly claiming elder abuse at the hands of his younger wife, who wants to discontinue his medications to accelerate his death.

10.       CALIFORNIA (Orange County), OC Weekly, June 6, 2012
Andrew Michael Phalen Gets Year in Jail for Home Loan Modification Scam
http://blogs.ocweekly.com/navelgazing/2012/06/andrew_michael_phalen_mortgage.php
A Mission Viejo man was sentenced to a year in jail and five years of formal probation for his role ina scam that offered home loan modification assistance to struggling mortgage holders across the country. His alleged partners in the scheme have been charged with grand theft by false pretenses, felony counts of theft from an elder, felony counts of conspiracy to commit forgery, conspiracy to charge illegal upfront fees, and money laundering.

11.       CALIFORNIA (Petaluma), Novato Patch, June 5, 2012
Investment Manager Charged with Stealing More Than $20 Million in Ponzi Scheme
http://novato.patch.com/articles/petaluma-man-charged-with-stealing-more-than-20-million-in-ponzi-scheme
A Petaluma man is charged with stealing more than $20 million from dozens of investors in a Ponzi scheme that went on for more than two decades, the Sonoma County District Attorney announced Tuesday. The 71-year-old suspect had many elderly clients.  

12.       CALIFORNIA (Petaluma), Petaluma Patch, June 7, 2012
Baccala Spun Web of Deceit, Starting with Friends, Associates
http://petaluma.patch.com/articles/baccala-spun-web-of-deceit-starting-with-friends-associates
On Tuesday, a 71-year-old investment manager was arrested and charged with 167 counts of making untrue statements about a security, felony grand theft and elder financial abuse. All in all, investigators say the suspect stole more than $20 million from Petaluma investors over two decades.

13.       CALIFORNIA (Rowland Heights), San Gabriel Valley Tribune, June 6, 2012
Woman accused of abusing father-in-law
http://www.sgvtribune.com/ci_20799307/woman-accused-abusing-father-law
A Rowland Heights woman is behind bars on suspicion of abusing her elderly father-in-law by taking thousands of dollars and a house from him.

14.       CALIFORNIA (Santa Barbara County), Santa Ynez Valley News, June 7, 2012 (Opinion)
Elderly must be wary of financial abuse
http://syvnews.com/opinion/commentary/elderly-must-be-wary-of-financial-abuse/article_fe9da9d0-af88-11e1-a2e3-0019bb2963f4.html
Santa Barbara County’s District Attorney, Joyce E. Dudley, talks about the damage the financial elder abuse has done to families everywhere.

15.       CALIFORNIA (Santa Maria), Santa Maria Times, June 7, 2012
Elderly man fights court case
http://santamariatimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/elderly-man-fights-court-case/article_c18d0598-b066-11e1-be8f-0019bb2963f4.html
A 91-year-old Santa Maria man reportedly suffering from dementia, was charged in three separate criminal cases stemming from alleged assaults on family members that happened in recent months.

16.       CALIFORNIA (Santa Rosa), The Sacramento Bee, June 5, 2012
Petaluma man jailed in alleged Ponzi scheme
http://www.sacbee.com/2012/06/05/4540872/petaluma-man-jailed-in-alleged.html
A Petaluma real estate agent has been arrested in connection with an alleged Ponzi scheme that prosecutors say bilked more than $20 million from mostly elderly investors.

17.       MISSOURI (St. Louis), Riverfront Times, June 7, 2012
Darlene Coulibaly Charged with Elder Abuse of Howard Spracher
http://blogs.riverfronttimes.com/dailyrft/2012/06/darlene_coulibaly_elderly_abuse_howard_spracher.php
A 48-year-old woman has been charged with domestic assault and elderly abuse of a 67-year-old man who died of cardiac arrest Tuesday night. The alleged victim was malnourished and had unhealed broken bones in his hands and feet, and numerous cuts and abrasions on his body. The suspect was the man’s sole caregiver.

18.       NEW YORK (Albany County), Your News Now: Hudson Valley, June 6, 2012
Elder abuse awareness tour kicks off
http://hudsonvalley.ynn.com/content/top_stories/587075/elder-abuse-awareness-tour-kicks-off/
The Albany County District Attorney's Office and a senior advocate unit are raising awareness of elder abuse this month. Today, the first of several meetings is taking place across the county by the DA and "SALT," which stands for Seniors and Law Enforcement Together.

19.       OHIO (Coshocton), Coshocton Tribune, June 6, 2012
Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15
http://www.coshoctontribune.com/article/20120606/NEWS01/206060329
Elder Abuse is becoming a growing problem in the U.S. with only one out of five incidences of elder abuse being reported. In 2011, Ohio received a total of 14,976 reports of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation.

20.       PENNSYLVANIA (Montgomery County), Norristown, June 7, 2012
Bail to Remain at $1M for Alleged Elder Care Scam Artist
http://uppersouthampton.patch.com/articles/bail-remains-at-1m-for-alleged-elder-care-scam-artist
A Montgomery County judge has denied a request to lower the bail of a Southamtpon man charged with defrauding senior citizens.

21.       VERMONT (Swanton), St. Albans Messenger, June 6, 2012
Abenaki Ex-Chief Faces Charges
http://www.samessenger.com/node/3154
A woman who was previously arrested for elder abuse has now been arrested for embezzlement. She allegedly stole $34,668 from the Abenaki tribe.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (British Columbia, Canada), Chilliwack Times, June 7, 2012
Workshop deals with elder abuse
http://www.chilliwacktimes.com/health/Workshop+deals+with+elder+abuse/6743244/story.html
On June 11, Chilliwack Seniors Peer Counsellors will present a workshop on elder abuse, in conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (Manukau, New Zealand), Stuff.co.nz., June 6, 2012
Focus on elder abuse
http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/eastern-courier/7046177/Focus-on-elder-abuse
To raise awareness of elder abuse, Age Concern Counties Manukau is creating a sculpture and seating area in its garden for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

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

      ·    Protection Trust/Investor Protection Institute is conducting a survey on elder investment fraud/financial exploitation in preparation for the 2012 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15^th.  Click on the link to take the brief 11-question survey:   http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KWQP5RH

·    National Survey on Abuse of People with Disabilities:  Add your knowledge and expertise regarding abuse and individuals with any type of disability across the  lifespan.  Take the survey then forward it widely, to help in the dissemination effort. Click here to take the survey.

·         Tools of the Trade – Building Financial Exploitation Cases, in Orlando, Florida, June 6-8, 2012. Presented by the Florida Attorney General’s Office and the Florida Bar Elder Law Section’s, Committee on Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation. More information at: http://www.fcpti.com/fcpti.nsf/forms/994CFB73522535CA852579CD0072AAA1

●    2012 Florida Conference on Aging (August 20-22, 2012).  Presented by The Florida Council on Aging  (FCOA) and the Florida Association of Aging Services Providers (FASP), in partnership with the Florida Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA). The theme this year will be Aging: New Game – New Rules http://www.fcoa.org/FCOA%20Sponsor%20Brochure%202012%20FINAL.pdf

·         The Consumer Voice recently announced a brand new "Advocacy in Action" day of training, sharing and advocating, September 10, 2012 in Washington, DC and they will host our day of training in conjunction with the National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) National Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Conference starting September 11th.

●    The 19th Annual New York State Adult Abuse Training Institute will be held October 2-4, 2012, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, Albany , New York . This year’s theme is Broken Trust: How to Recognize and Respond to Financial Exploitation. Oct 2 : Financial Exploitation Summit. More information: http://www.compassionandsupport.org/pdfs/news/10212-AATIConf.pdf

●    2012 NAPSA Conference: Ending Adult Abuse: On the Horizon? (October 16-18).  This event in Phoenix, Arizona will be followed by the 3rd Annual Elder Financial Exploitation Summit on October 19, 2012. Email info@apsnetwork.org for more information.

·         Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving, 25th Annual National Summit, Enabling Caring Communities: Promoting Evidence-Based Programs Across the Lifespan, October 24-25, 2012, Georgia Southwestern State University, Americus, GA  For more information go to : http://www.rosalynncarter.org/

·         California District Attorneys Association 2012 National Elder Abuse Symposium (December 4-7, 2012) Guest speakers to include Paul Greenwood, San Diego County Deputy District Attorney, Bob Nichols, Retired Marin County Deputy District Attorney, and many more. More information coming soon

 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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