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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, July 25, 2013

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

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

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         ARIZONA (Phoenix), AZ Central, July 19, 2013
Elder abuse charge added in Phoenix death of woman in van
http://www.azcentral.com/community/phoenix/articles/20130719elder-abuse-charge-added-in-phoenix-death-of-woman-in-van-abrk.html?nclick_check=1
Authorities added elder abuse to a long list of animal abuse charges against three men caught traveling in their van Sunday in Phoenix with their mother’s body and 35 animals in poor health.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Los Altos), Los Altos Online, July 24, 2013
A troubling trend: Senior scams become more complicated and common
http://www.losaltosonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=46742&Itemid=109
Representatives of the Los Altos Police Department and District Attorney’s Office are concerned with the increase in sophisticated scams that target seniors in their area. They offer tips to help older adults and their loved ones avoid such heinous crimes.

3.         CALIFORNIA (St. Helena), Napa Valley Register, July 22, 2013
Free elder abuse, fraud discussion
http://napavalleyregister.com/free-elder-abuse-fraud-discussion/article_49a0bb44-f325-11e2-8218-001a4bcf887a.html
The Rianda House Senior Activity Center is hosting a free elder abuse and fraud prevention discussion, in both Spanish and English, on Tuesday, July 30. A panel of professionals will provide attendees with up-to-date information and tips on how to avoid scams and abuse aimed at the elderly. The presentation in Spanish is from 11 a.m. to noon; the English presentation is from 1-2 p.m.

4.         COLORADO (Denver), Coloradoan, July 20, 2013 (Opinion)
Long: Colorado strengthens protection of older adults
http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20130721/LIFESTYLE/307210025/Long-Colorado-strengthens-protection-older-adults?nclick_check=1
Ruth Long of the Larimer County Office on Aging voices support of the passage of the Elder Abuse Reporting Bill (SB 13-111) this past spring, which she says has created a stronger adult protection system in Colorado.

5.         FLORIDA (Orlando), WFTV, July 25, 2013
9 Investigates central Florida legal guardians
http://www.wftv.com/news/news/local/9-investigates-central-florida-legal-guardians/nY4Fh/
Legal guardians are entrusted with the protection of central Florida's most vulnerable residents, but a three-month Eyewitness News investigation has uncovered over-billing and neglect complaints in the statewide guardianship system.

6.         FLORIDA (Polk County), Christian Post, July 24, 2013
Man Wins $1.2 Billion for Mother’s Death in Case Against Nursing Home
http://www.christianpost.com/news/man-wins-1-2-billion-for-mothers-death-in-case-against-nursing-home-100796/
A Florida man who valued his mother's life like a "treasure" was compensated in like dollars on Monday after a Polk County jury awarded him more than $1.2 billion in a negligence case against a nursing home where she died after suffering 17 falls.

7.         FLORIDA (Tampa), ABC Action News, July 24, 2013
Son faces elder abuse charges after mother is found dead and in deplorable conditions in Tampa
http://www.abcactionnews.com/dpp/news/region_tampa/son-faces-elder-abuse-charges-in-mothers-death
Extended family members of an 82-year-old former elementary school teacher want answers after a 911 call led police to her home. Police found her dead in in deplorable conditions, with maggots in the open sores of her body. Her son faces a felony charge for neglect of the elderly

8.         FLORIDA (Tampa), My Fox Orlando, July 24, 2013
Elderly woman found dead in home; son charged with neglect
http://www.myfoxorlando.com/story/22919796/2013/07/24/elderly-woman-found-dead-in-home-son-charged-with-neglect
Tampa police are investigating a suspected case of elder abuse. The body of 82-year-old Louise Holmes was found in her home on North 38th Street Tuesday. Police say she was living in deplorable conditions.

9.         GEORGIA (Fulton County), Sandy Springs Patch, July 24, 2013
Con Woman Surrenders After Allegedly Scamming Elderly Man Out of $35K
http://sandysprings.patch.com/groups/breaking-news/p/con-woman-surrenders-after-allegedly-scamming-elder-man-out-of-35k
Sandy Springs Police confirmed that a fraud suspect wanted for scamming an 82-year old man out of $35,000 by claiming she needed the money for cancer treatments, is in the Fulton County Jail after surrendering Tuesday night. The victim said he was befriended by the suspect in the Kroger store at City Walk shopping center in June.

10.       MINNESOTA (St. Paul), Star News, July 19, 2013
Elder abuse won’t be overlooked
http://erstarnews.com/2013/07/19/elder-abuse-wont-be-overlooked/
Public awareness of the elder abuse “epidemic” is key to stopping it, Minnesota S.A.F.E. Elders Initiative officials insist. Associate Director Iris Freeman, Center for Elder Justice and Policy at William Mitchell College of Law, said, just over the past few years, some 30,000 reports of elder abuse have been received by county social service agencies in Minnesota. These numbers do include police reports and reports to other agencies.

11.       NORTH CAROLINA (Gaston County), Gaston Gazette, July 23, 2013
Police: Woman used position with law firm to defraud DSS
http://www.gastongazette.com/spotlight/police-woman-used-position-with-law-firm-to-defraud-dss-1.176452
A woman has been accused of using her position with a law firm to defraud individuals and the state. She has been charged with exploitation of an elder or disabled adult, four counts of fraud of a medical provider, two counts of obtaining property by false pretense, and one count each of fraud of food stamps and forgery.

12.       TEXAS (Houston), The Globe and Mail, July 24, 2013
Houston garage described as prison for three disabled men
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/world/houston-garage-described-as-prison-for-three-disabled-men/article13400985/
Three men – ages 50, 74, and 80 – were found imprisoned in a small garage as part of a scheme to take their government benefit checks. The suspect allegedly lured his victims into the garage by promising them shelter, food, and care. He has been arrested and charged with felony elder abuse, including allegations that he struck one of the men with a cane.

13.       TEXAS (Houston), KENS 5, July 20, 2013
Charges filed against man accused of holding 4 people captive in Houston
http://www.kens5.com/news/Charges-filed-against-man-accused-of-holding-4-people-captive-216289421.html
Charges have been filed against a man accused of holding four men against their will at a northwest Houston home, police said. The suspect, 31, is charged with two counts of injury to the elderly - serious bodily injury in the 263rd state District Court.

14.       TEXAS (Houston), Kake, July 20, 2013
UPDATE: Charges In Case Of Men Found Held In Texas Home
http://www.kake.com/news/headlines/Houston-PD-Captives-Held-In-Garage-For-Years-216190291.html?ref=291
A 31-year-old man has been charged with two counts of injury to the elderly after authorities found four men malnourished and held against their will in a dungeon-like Houston house

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Dublin, Ireland), Irish Times, July 25, 2013
Elder abuse cases rise by 7% between 2011 and 2012
http://www.irishtimes.com/news/social-affairs/elder-abuse-cases-rise-by-7-between-2011-and-2012-1.1474855
Psychological abuse, financial abuse and neglect were the most common types of elder abuse reported to the HSE last year according to figures released today show. The number of cases of alleged elder abuse reported to the HSE in 2012 has grown again this year with 158 more cases reported last year in comparison with 2011, or a 7 per cent increase.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (East Sussex, United Kingdom), Eastbourne Herald, July 22, 2013
Scheme to help elder abuse victims
http://www.eastbourneherald.co.uk/news/local/scheme-to-help-elder-abuse-victims-1-5299400
National charity Action on Elder Abuse, with the help of East Sussex County Council, is launching the support group which will be run by volunteers and be a point of contact for those concerned about abuse. The group will be working to combat elder abuse in the area in and around Eastbourne and will be focussing on supporting victims of abuse aged 55 and over to recover from the emotional and psychological effects of their experiences.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         COLORADO (Denver), Denver Post, July 23, 2013
Man arrested in 1981 Denver rape, murder of mentally disabled woman
http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_23715889/man-arrested-1981-rape-and-murder-mentally-impaired
Denver authorities have arrested a 53-year-old Pennsylvania man in the rape and murder of a woman in a group home for mentally disabled people in 1981.

2.         DELAWARE (New Castle), Delaware Online, July 25, 2013
Caregiver charged with abuse of disabled man
http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20130725/NEWS01/307250083/Caregiver-charged-abuse-disabled-man
Officers called to a New Castle-area home to check on the welfare of a disabled man who could not care for himself found him alone in the house and arrested his caregiver, New Castle County police said today. The suspect was charged Wednesday with intentional abuse, neglect, exploit or mistreatment of an infirmed adult, reckless endangering, crime against a vulnerable adult and driving while suspended, Cpl. John Weglarz Sr. said.

3.         IOWA (Pottawattamie County), WOWT, July 19, 2013
Accused Abuse Suspects Bond Out Of Pottawattamie County Jail
http://www.wowt.com/news/headlines/Accused-Abuse-Suspects-Bond-Out-Of-Pottawattamie-County-Jail-216165221.html
A husband, wife and son accused of abusing a mentally handicapped family member have bonded out of the Pottawattamie County Jail. As a condition of their bond, they are allowed no contact with the victim they are accused of abusing. Police have heard horrifying reports of a life of torture for the alleged victim.

4.         MASSACHUSETTS (Kingston), Wicked Local, July 21, 2013
Kingston police seek charges against van driver
http://www.wickedlocal.com/kingston/topstories/x1676638318/Kingston-police-seek-charges-against-van-driver
Police are seeking two felony counts after a Habilitation Assistance van driver left two disabled passengers in a van in the company’s parking lot for two to three hours on a hot Friday, July 5.

5.         OHIO (Cleveland), Fox News, July 24, 2013
3 plead not guilty in Ohio slave labor case involving mentally disabled woman, daughter
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/07/24/3-plead-not-guilty-in-ohio-slave-labor-case-involving-mentally-disabled-woman/
Three people accused of enslaving a mentally disabled Ohio woman and her daughter and beating the woman and stealing her pain medication have pleaded not guilty.

6.         OHIO (Columbus), Fox News, July 25, 2013
Man pleads guilty in Ohio slave labor case involving mentally disabled woman, daughter
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/07/25/man-pleads-guilty-in-ohio-slave-labor-case-involving-mentally-disabled-woman/
An Ohio man has pleaded guilty to charges he helped enslave and beat a mentally disabled woman and her daughter and steal her pain medication.

7.         INTERNATIONAL (Edinburgh), The Scotsman, July 25, 2013
‘Injustice’ to vulnerable NHS patient slammed
http://www.scotsman.com/news/health/injustice-to-vulnerable-nhs-patient-slammed-1-3013184
Scotland’s public services watchdog has raised concerns about the care of vulnerable adults in Scotland’s hospitals following complaints about patient treatment.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         NATIONAL, PBS, July 23, 2013
Issue of Sexual Consent Between Elderly Adults With Dementia Proves Problematic
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/health/july-dec13/dementia_07-23.html
A Bloomberg News author discusses the complicated issue of sexual consent of adults with dementia.

2.         ALABAMA (Jefferson County), Al.com, July 24, 2013
Missing Grayson Valley dementia patient found after pre-dawn search
http://blog.al.com/spotnews/2013/07/missing_grayson_valley_dementi.html
A 72-year-old Grayson Valley woman suffering from dementia was lost for a brief time early today but found safe and reunited with her family.

3.         MINNESOTA (Minneapolis), CBS Local, July 25, 2013
Duluth Police Looking For Missing Woman With Dementia
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2013/07/25/duluth-police-looking-for-missing-woman-with-dementia/
Authorities in Duluth are asking for the public’s help to find a woman who hasn’t been seen in almost a week. Dale Elizabeth Gerard, 74, was last seen at her Duluth home on the 5600 block of Grand Avenue last Saturday. Duluth Police said they believe she may have boarded an eastbound DTA bus in the area of Elinor and Grand Avenue. Authorities said she might have traveled to the Twin Cities, but could be anywhere.

4.         PENNSYLVANIA (Cedar Park), Philly.com, July 24, 2013
Police need public’s help to find missing man who suffers from dementia
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/dncrime/Police-need-publics-help-to-find-missing-man-who-suffers-from-dementia.html
Police are seeking the public's help to find a man who suffers from dementia who has been missing from his Cedar Park home since Tuesday. Robert Jean-Louis, 63, was last seen yesterday wearing a white button-down shirt, navy-blue khaki pants, black dress shoes and black sunglasses, and was carrying an olive-green suitcase. He has salt-and-pepper hair, brown eyes, weighs 150 pounds and is 5 feet 10.

5.         TENNESSEE (Memphis), WMCTV, July 24, 2013
Concerned family seeks missing man with dementia
http://www.wmctv.com/story/22926700/concerned-family-seeks-missing-man-with-dementia
Police believe that a man who was diagnosed with dementia just three weeks ago has wandered from his home. He has not been seen since Saturday morning, and his family is asking for help in his safe return home.

6.         TEXAS (Houston), Houston Chronicle, July 23, 2013
Disabled woman hospitalized after left inside van
http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Disabled-woman-hospitalized-after-left-inside-van-4682898.php
A disabled woman remains hospitalized after she was left inside a van for several hours, authorities said Tuesday. The woman, believed to be in her 50s, was spotted about 2:30 p.m. in a van parked outside a group home in the 5600 block of Parkersburg, police said. Police are investigating the incident.

7.         INTERNATIONAL (Beijing, China), The Star, July 24, 2013
Orphan grandparents
http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/Features/2013/07/24/Orphan-grandparents.aspx
Starting July 1, a new, broad law allows parents to take their children to court for not visiting them “often”. The law was passed after state media reported mistreatment of the elderly, including the story of a grandmother in her 90s who was forced to live in a pigpen for two years.

8.         INTERNATIONAL (West Sussex, United Kingdom), West Sussex Gazette, July 19, 2013
Son fails in bid to win share of mother’s will
http://www.westsussextoday.co.uk/news/county-news/son-fails-in-bid-to-win-share-of-mother-s-will-1-5299531
A man has lost an effort to prove that his mother cut him out of her will as a result of undue influence.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

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

 

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

·       The American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging, with other ABA cosponsors, is presenting the webinar, “When Adult Guardianship Crosses State Lines: A Uniform Act to Address Jurisdictional Issues.” The webinar will be on Tuesday July 30, 2013 at 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time. For more information http://apps.americanbar.org/cle/programs/t13uag1.html  

·       The 2^nd Annual Summit on the Prevention of Elder Financial Fraud and Abuse will be hosted by the Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation on July 31, 2013 at the Chicago Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort. To register: http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/conferences/APAconf.html

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

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

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

·       The 3^rd Annual Sexuality, Intimacy & Aging Conference will be called “Helping to Navigate Challenges in Sexuality & Aging” and will be hosted at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania September 27-28, 2013.  For more information http://saconsortium.eventbrite.com/

·       The 33^rd Annual Mental Health & Aging Conference, “Innovative Perspectives on Mental Health & Aging,” will be held on October 8, 2013 at The Double Tree in Sacramento, California.  For more information visit www.sacmhac.net.

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

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

·       The 37^th Annual Consume Voice Conference will be held in Arlington, Virginia October 24-27, 2013. For additional information: http://www.theconsumervoice.org/events/annual-meetings

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

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

·       The 3^rd World Congress on Adult Guardianship will be convened on May 28-30, 2014 in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. It is sponsored by the National Guardianship Network in affiliation with the International Guardianship Network. The theme of the conference is, “Promising Practices to Ensure Excellence in Guardianship Around the World.” Proposals for presentations are due July 31.  See http://worldcongressguardianship.org  

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NCEA Newsfeed – Thursday, July 18, 2013

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

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

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, July 15, 2013
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Announces New Senior Hires
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/pressreleases/consumer-financial-protection-bureau-announces-new-senior-hires/
Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is announcing the addition of several members to senior positions within the Bureau. These positions are: the Chief Operating Officer; the Chief of Staff; the Assistant Director for the Office of Older Americans; and the Program Manager for Servicing and Securitization Markets. The new hires represent a diverse background, including elder justice.

2.         NATIONAL, Forbes, July 18, 2013
Financial Elder Abuse By A Broker-Dealer For Mom
http://www.forbes.com/sites/carolynrosenblatt/2013/07/18/financial-elder-abuse-by-an-advisor/
The author details the dishonesty by her mother-in-law’s financial advisor. She then discusses the new rigor with which the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and the state regulator in Massachusetts are cracking down on exactly the kind of nontraditional, illiquid investment the financial advisor sold to her mother-in-law.

3.         NATIONAL, Huffington Post, July 16, 2013
Elder Abuse and Technology
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mehroz-baig/elder-abuse-and-technolog_b_3605646.html
According to a 2012 Pew Research study, 53 percent of Americans aged 65 or older use the Internet or email. It is likely that more and more older adults will begin to use the Internet and use it more extensively as our demographics shift towards an older population. This article discusses how technology has impacted the methods of elder financial abuse.

4.         ARIZONA (Phoenix), AZ Family, July 15, 2013
Quartzsite family charged with animal, elder abuse in Phoenix
http://www.azfamily.com/news/Quartzsite-family-charged-with-animal-elder-abuse-in-Phoenix-215621131.html
Police made a gruesome discovery in a van on Monday: dirty crates with layers of food, feces and other filth. In 13 cages lived 12 dogs, 22 cats and one pigeon, and they were all piled to the ceiling of a 1996 Dodge Ram van found in Phoenix. The wife and mother of the suspects was found dead inside the same van. Three suspects have been charged with animal cruelty and elder abuse.

5.         ARIZONA (Phoenix), Arizona News Zap, July 16, 2013
Financial planner sentenced for elder-targeted scheme
http://arizona.newszap.com/westvalley/124043-114/financial-planner-sentenced-for-elder-targeted-scheme
Phoenix resident Jay Kevin Perry, 38, was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 44 months in prison for engaging in a bankruptcy fraud scheme that targeted elderly investors.

6.         ARIZONA (Tucson), ABC 15, July 17, 2013
2 accused of elder abuse at S. Arizona care facility
http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/region_central_southern_az/tucson/2-accused-of-elder-abuse-at-s-arizona-care-facility
Two people have been arrested after a 93-year-old woman was injured at an assisted care facility north of Tucson. The staff reported that the two employees separately, but on multiple occasions, had struck the woman with an open hand and fist, hit her with a remote control unit and other objects.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Menlo Park), In Menlo, July 18, 2013
Menlo Park Police Department warns about elder fraud
http://inmenlo.com/2013/07/18/menlo-park-police-department-warns-about-elder-fraud/
The Menlo Park Police Department would like to make the public aware of fraud that targets the elderly. Monetary scams have been going on for some time now, and most recently an elderly couple residing in Menlo Park was victimized by a “Jamaican lottery scam” with ties to a business named Global International. The Menlo Park Police Department currently has an ongoing investigation into this matter.

8.         CALIFORNIA (Pleasanton), Pleasanton Weekly, July 18, 2013
Two guilty, two in court for elder fraud in Pleasanton
http://www.pleasantonweekly.com/news/show_story.php?id=11640
With one recent Pleasanton case of senior abuse closed, another is continuing to wend its way through the court system. On July 12, an Auburn woman was allowed to go free after serving 10 months in jail for working with her husband to steal nearly half a million dollars from his 86-year-old mother.

9.         CALIFORNIA (San Francisco), Reuters, July 18, 2013
Ex-broker for Wells, Morgan Stanley indicted for check fraud
http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/07/18/broker-indicted-idUSL1N0FO1O720130718
A former broker for Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Morgan Stanley has been indicted for defrauding an elder client out of $1.8 million by forging checks on her accounts, federal prosecutors said.

10.       DELAWARE (New Castle), Delaware Online, July 18, 2013
Police: Woman abused father in wheelchair
http://www.delawareonline.com/article/20130718/NEWS01/307180084/Police-Woman-abused-father-wheelchair?nclick_check=1
The daughter of an infirmed man in a wheelchair was arrested late Wednesday following an argument with her father that turned physical, police said today. The suspect is facing charges of intentional abuse, neglect, exploit or mistreatment of an infirmed adult, assault, malicious interference with emergency communications, menacing, offensive touching and criminal mischief.

11.       FLORIDA (Pinellas Park), Tampa Bay Times, July 16, 2013
Pinellas Park woman accused of elder abuse
http://www.tampabay.com/news/publicsafety/crime/pinellas-park-woman-accused-of-elder-abuse/2131775
A caregiver is accused of elder abuse when her client was found emaciated and laying in a filthy bed with multiple bed sores and maggots. Investigators believe the man had been in poor condition for months, as his tibia was fully exposed.

12.       FLORIDA (Pinellas Park), Daily Mail, July 17, 2013
Wife charged with abuse after her disabled and 'rotting' husband is found covered in flesh eating maggots
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2367096/Sharon-Tillman-charged-abuse-disabled-husband-covered-flesh-eating-maggots.html
A Florida woman has been charged with abuse after her disabled husband was found covered in maggots with wounds that were bone deep. Paramedics found the suspect’s husband living in his own excrement with severe body sores covering his body.

13.       FLORIDA (Safety Harbor), Safety Harbor Patch, July 15, 2013
Elderly Abuse Charges Filed in Safety Harbor Case
http://safetyharbor.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/elderly-abuse-charges-filed-in-safety-harbor-casze
A Safety Harbor couple faces charges of elderly abuse, after deputies say they housed an older man in their garage without running water, toilet or adequate food. The case involves felony charges of abuse or neglect of an aged or disabled person at their Swan Lake residence.

14.       NORTH CAROLINA (Swain County), The Smoky Mountain Times, July 17, 2013
County looks to expand welfare fraud program
http://www.thesmokymountaintimes.com/articles/2013/07/17/news/6.27.13.news03.txt
Swain County commissioners are looking to step up efforts to stamp out welfare fraud. Social Services Director Sheila Sutton said initial efforts are under way to deal with welfare fraud cases in-house, rather than rely on the court system. Social service case workers oversee child support, Medicaid, in-home service care, Adult Protective Services, two energy assistance programs for low-income families, Work First, and Food and Nutrition Services.

15.       PENNSYLVANIA (Hollidaysburg), We Are Central PA, July 16, 2013
Third Person Sentenced in Elder Abuse Case
http://wearecentralpa.com/fulltext-news?nxd_id=480502
A Blair County woman who entered a guilty plea to neglect of a care-dependent person in March was sentenced to three years' probation Tuesday morning. In addition to probation, the woman must pay a $400 fine, additional costs, and is prohibited from working in a healthcare related field.

16.       TEXAS (Calhoun County), Port La Vaca Wave, July 16, 2013
APS confirms 31 cases of elder abuse in county
http://portlavacawave.com/news/article_44b82f0c-ee18-11e2-ad55-0019bb2963f4.html
“It’s everyone’s business to prevent elder abuse,” said Mary Walker, media specialist with the Department of Family and Protective Services, which includes Adult Protective Services.APS completed 64 investigations in Calhoun County last year, and confirmed that 31 were valid allegations, Walker said in a press release

17.       TEXAS (Laredo), Pro 8 News, July 17, 2013
Volunteers Helping Prevent Elderly Abuse
http://www.pro8news.com/news/local/Volunteers-Helping-Prevent-Elderly-Abuse--215848791.html
Nursing home residents have rights, and to make sure these rights are meet volunteers of the Texas Department on Aging and Disability Services visit nursing homes to make sure their rights are protected.

18.       VIRGINIA (Richmond), The Legal Examiner, July 14, 2013
New Virginia Law Aims to Help Elderly Victims
http://virginiabeach.legalexaminer.com/nursing-home-elder-abuse/new-virginia-law-aims-to-help-elderly-victims/
A new law, which was implemented as of July 1, 2013, creates a criminal penalty for those who aim to take financial advantage of seniors. The law specifically states that it is a crime to financially exploit any mentally incapacitated adults.

19.       WISCONSIN (Platteville), SW News 4U, July 18, 2013
Trial Scheduled in Elder Theft Case
http://www.swnews4u.com/section/123/article/14638/
A 48-year-old Platteville man will go to trial on eight felony theft charges for allegedly stealing money from a nursing home resident.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Auckland, Australia), Stuff.co.nz, July 17, 2013
Talking about elder abuse
http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/central-leader/8923705/Talking-about-elder-abuse
An Auckland organisation is helping South Asian seniors stand up against abuse as the number of reported incidences of elder mistreatment continues to climb nationwide.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), ABC, July 18, 2013
Ita Buttrose vows to shame governments into acting on aged care after nursing home abuse revelations
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-19/buttrose-to-shame-governments-into-aged-care-action/4829834
Alzheimer's Australia president Ita Buttrose says she will shame governments into acting on aged care. The comments from Ms Buttrose, who is the 2013 Australian of the Year, come after recent revelations on the ABC's Lateline program of widespread abuse in Australian nursing homes. "I'm going to put a plea out to our consumers to write to us with further stories of their less-than-adequate care," she said.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MARYLAND (Baltimore), WUSA 9, July 18, 2013
Caregiver Sentenced For Assaulting Man With Disability
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/266904/189/Caregiver-Sentenced-For-Assaulting-Man-With-Disability
A caregiver who assaulted a man last year at a facility for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities won't serve jail time, according to Maryland Attorney General Doug F. Gansler. Thirty-seven-year-old Nnamdi Adiegwu of Baltimore will be on probation for a year and nto be allowed to work with "vulnerable adults" after having his 364-day jail sentence suspended, according to Gansler.

2.         MICHIGAN (Lyons), Field and Stream, July 17, 2013
$18,000 Worth of Gear Stolen from Disabled Veterans Hunting Group
http://www.fieldandstream.com/blogs/field-notes/2013/07/gear-stolen-disabled-veterans-hunting-group
An attempt to help disabled veterans get back into the woods to hunt in Lyons, Michigan has been thwarted by thieves who stole nearly $18,000 worth of gear.

3.         MINNESOTA (Burnsville), Eagan Patch, July 15, 2013
Burnsville Man Spends Six Days in Jail for Molesting Eagan Woman
http://eagan.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/burnsville-man-spends-six-days-in-jail-for-molesting-eagan-woman
A 51-year-old Burnsville man has been convicted of sexually molesting a vulnerable adult in Eagan.

4.         NEW YORK (Westbury), CBS Local, July 17, 2013
Victim Of A Cruel Prank, Disabled Man Finally Gets His Wheelchair Back
http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/07/17/victim-of-a-cruel-prank-disabled-man-finally-gets-his-wheelchair-back/
After weeks of agony a disabled Long Island man finally has his state-of-the-art wheelchair back. It was stolen and vandalized by teenage pranksters. As CBS 2’s Jennifer McLogan reported, the chair was found and fixed for Wednesday’s big return.

5.         OHIO (Columbus), The Columbus Dispatch, July 17, 2013
Four people charged in forced-labor case of mentally disabled woman
http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/local/2013/07/17/four-people-charged-in-forced-labor-case.html
Three people accused of enslaving a mentally disabled woman and her daughter beat the woman, denied her food, sexually assaulted her, threatened her with dogs and snakes, and hit her badly enough to require a hospital visit for pain medicine, which they took from her, according to an indictment announced yesterday. A fourth suspect is accused of punching the woman in the face, slamming her hand in a door, kicking her in the hip and smashing her hand with a rock, forcing her to seek treatment and receive pain medications, which the four confiscated

6.         OHIO (Columbus), Fox News, July 17, 2013
Man to plead guilty in Ohio slave labor case involving mentally disabled woman, daughter
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/07/17/man-to-plead-guilty-in-ohio-slave-labor-case-involving-mentally-disabled-woman/
A man plans to plead guilty to charges he helped enslave and beat a mentally disabled woman and her daughter and steal her pain medication, his attorney said Wednesday as a judge scheduled a hearing for a plea.

7.         PENNSYVLANIA (Chester), Philly.com, July 13, 2013
Help with managing finances for people with disabilities
http://articles.philly.com/2013-07-13/news/40538505_1_disabilities-cerebral-palsy-cents-and-sensibility
Cents and Sensibility is a free money-management guide for people with disabilities. Susan Tauchau, executive director of the nonprofit Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation, joined with several professors at Widener University in Chester to create this resource to protect adults with disabilities from financial exploitation.

8.         WASHINGTON (Tacoma), Komo News, July 17, 2013
Woman charged with fraud after scamming disabled vet
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/Veteran-charged-with-fraud-after-stealing-from-disabled-vet-215924461.html
A Tacoma military veteran is charged in federal court with stealing thousands of dollars from a fellow disabled vet. Investigators claim the suspect stole a fellow veteran's identity, then hit banks and ATM's while the victim lay in a nursing home bed. Prosecutors say the suspect doesn't know the victim who is currently under 24-hour care.

9.         INTERNATIONAL (Tel Aviv, Israel), The Jerusalem Post, July 17, 2013
Disabled woman raped, robbed at knife-point inside TA house
http://www.jpost.com/National-News/Disabled-woman-raped-robbed-at-knife-point-inside-her-house-in-Tel-Aviv-320093
A disabled woman was raped and robbed at knife-point inside her house last week in Tel Aviv, a court cleared for publication on Wednesday.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         NEW JERSEY (Trenton), NJ.com, July 18, 2013
Christie signs bill banning hospitals and doctors from denying disabled people organ transplants
http://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2013/07/bill_banning_hospitals_and_doctors_from_denying_disabled_people_organ_transplants_now_law.html
Hospitals and doctors would be prohibited from taking a patient's mental or physical disability into account when being considered for an organ transplant under a bill Gov. Chris Christie signed into law today.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

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

 

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

·       The American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging, with other ABA cosponsors, is presenting the webinar, “When Adult Guardianship Crosses State Lines: A Uniform Act to Address Jurisdictional Issues.” The webinar will be on Tuesday July 30, 2013 at 1:00-2:30 pm Eastern Time. For more information http://apps.americanbar.org/cle/programs/t13uag1.html  

·       The 2^nd Annual Summit on the Prevention of Elder Financial Fraud and Abuse will be hosted by the Illinois Department of Professional and Financial Regulation on July 31, 2013 at the Chicago Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort. To register: http://cspl.uis.edu/ILLAPS/DOA/conferences/APAconf.html

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

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

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

·       The 3^rd Annual Sexuality, Intimacy & Aging Conference will be called “Helping to Navigate Challenges in Sexuality & Aging” and will be hosted at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania September 27-28, 2013.  For more information http://saconsortium.eventbrite.com/

·       The 33^rd Annual Mental Health & Aging Conference, “Innovative Perspectives on Mental Health & Aging,” will be held on October 8, 2013 at The Double Tree in Sacramento, California.  For more information visit www.sacmhac.net.

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

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

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

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

·       The 3^rd World Congress on Adult Guardianship will be convened on May 28-May 30, 2014 in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. It is sponsored by the National Guardianship Network in affiliation with the International Guardianship Network. The theme of the conference is, “Promising Practices to Ensure Excellence in Guardianship Around the World.” Proposals for presentations are due July 31.  See http://worldcongressguardianship.org  

 

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, July 15, 2013

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

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, New York Times, July 13, 2013
Helping Older Americans Avoid Swindles
http://bucks.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/06/13/helping-older-americans-avoid-swindles/
The financial exploitation of older Americans is of growing concern as the population ages. Anyone can be targeted for fraud, but older people are particularly vulnerable because they may be isolated or lonely, or suffer from cognitive impairments. Some frauds are particularly cruel, like those in which a caller claims the subject’s grandchild is in trouble and needs money immediately.

2.         NATIONAL, Washington Post, July 14, 2013
Stalkers use online sex ads as weapon
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/i-live-in-fear-of-anyone-coming-to-my-door/2013/07/14/26c11442-e359-11e2-aef3-339619eab080_story.html?hpid=z2
This article discusses sexual aggression that is perpetrated through the internet. A 64-year-old retired protocol officer for the Department of Defense fell victim to such an aggressor, and obtained a restraining order against him.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Altadena), Altadena Patch, July 15, 2013
Altadena Crime Blotter: Burglaries, Assault, Elder Abuse
http://altadena.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/altadena-crime-blotter-burglaries-assault-elder-abuse
Deputies arrested a 60-year-old female suspect in Altadena for physical Elder Abuse. The suspect/caregiver physically assaulted a 101 year old woman.

4.         FLORIDA (Nokomis), Herald Tribune, July 15, 2013
Nokomis man steals disabled veteran’s van, police say
http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20130715/ARTICLE/130719760
A Nokomis man was arrested after reportedly stealing a 65-year-old disabled veteran's van and later crashing it in a hit-and-run accident.

5.         MICHIGAN (Flint), M Live, July 15, 2013
Flint woman ordered to pay more than $20,000 after embezzling from dementia patient
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2013/07/flint_woman_ordered_to_pay_mor.html
A Flint woman was ordered to pay more than $20,000 in restitution after she pleaded guilty to embezzling money from a dementia patient. Veronica Pitts, 47, was sentenced Monday, July 15, by Genesee Circuit Judge Archie Hayman to serve five years probation and pay $20,547 in restitution. She pleaded guilty May 21 to one count of embezzling $1,000-$20,000 from a vulnerable adult after she obtained a conservatorship for a man who began showing signs of dementia around 2006.

6.         PENNSYLVANIA (Philadelphia), Washington Post, July 15, 2013
Scripps heir gets 9 years for swindling mother, disabled uncle of $3.6 million
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/scripps-heir-facing-federal-prison-term-for-swindling-mother-disabled-uncle-of-36-million/2013/07/15/31c1af10-ed62-11e2-bb32-725c8351a69e_story.html
A media company heir raised in what his lawyer called a wealthy but dysfunctional family must serve nine years in prison for stealing $3.6 million from his mother and disabled uncle. Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia said Michael Scripps spent the money on cars, jewelry and women, including strippers and porn stars.

7.         VIRGINIA (Herndon), Herndon Patch, July 12, 2013
Delegate Rust to Speak Out on Financial Exploitation of Seniors
http://herndon.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/delegate-rust-to-speak-out-on-financial-exploitation-of-seniors
Virginia Delegate Tom Rust, who represents Herndon, will hold an informative talk on financial elder abuse this coming Wednesday, July 17, at the Herndon Senior Center.

8.         VIRGINIA (Richmond), Legal Examiner, July 14, 2013
New Virginia Law Aims To Help Elderly Victims
http://www.legalexaminer.com/nursing-home-elder-abuse/new-virginia-law-aims-to-help-elderly-victims/
Every year there are more than 1,000 cases of financial exploitation of adults in the State of Virginia. A new Virginia law, which was implemented as of July 1, 2013, creates a criminal penalty for those who aim to take financial advantage of seniors. The law specifically states that it is a crime to financially exploit any mentally incapacitated adults.

9.         INTERNATIONAL (New South Wales, Australia), SBS.com, July 16, 2013
Elderly abuse claims concerning: Collins
http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/1789330/Elderly-abuse-claims-concerning-Collins
Minister for Ageing Jacinta Collins says injuries sustained by an elderly dementia patient in a NSW nursing home are distressing. Advocacy groups are calling the situation inside Australia aged care centres a national emergency, and warn elderly people are dying or in significant pain due to a lack of staff and training.

10.       INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), The Daily Telegraph, July 14, 2013
The Queensland Law Society is calling for tough new regulations for EPAs after many cases of financial abuse
http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/national/the-queensland-law-society-is-calling-for-tough-new-regulations-for-epas-after-many-cases-of-financial-abuse/story-fnii5v71-1226678858666
The Queensland Law Society is calling for tough new regulations for Enduring Powers of Attorney, as at least one EPA a week is being revoked by courts and tribunals after being presented evidence of significant fraud.

11.       INTERNATIONAL (Hagåtña, Guam), Guam PDN, July 15, 2013
Respect: We must ensure that our abused elderly have the needed services, facility
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20130715/OPINION01/307150009/Respect-We-must-ensure-our-abused-elderly-needed-services-facility
Since last October, 203 senior citizens and adults with disabilities were referred to the Department of Public Health and Social Services' Bureau of Adult Protective Services because of abuse or neglect. Of those, 13 needed a temporary emergency receiving home until safe and permanent living arrangements where they could get the care they need could be arranged.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

 1.         INTERNATIONAL (Ontario, Canada), Canada.com, July 15, 2013

Andre Marin: Let the ombudsman help Ontario’s most vulnerable
http://www.canada.com/health/Andre+Marin+ombudsman+help+Ontario+most+vulnerable/8662993/story.html
A new law in New Brunswick has left Ontario the only province with no Ombudsman scrutiny of long-term care homes. An ombudsman discusses the pros of funding an ombudsman program in the province, claiming that more eyes in facilities can help prevent and detect abuse.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         KANSAS (Wichita), KAKE, July 15, 2013
UPDATE: Missing Man From Wellington Located
http://www.kake.com/news/headlines/Search-Underway-For-Missing-Man-With-Dementia-215559561.html
A man with dementia who wandered away from a Wichita hospital was later found by police and is reportedly safe.

2.         MARYLAND (Frederick), Fox News, July 15, 2013
Report: Disabled man’s aide warned officers he’d resist bid to eject him from theater; he died
http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/07/15/report-disabled-man-aide-warned-officers-hed-resist-bid-to-eject-him-from/
Police tried to forcibly remove a man with Down syndrome from a Maryland theater with tragic results, despite warnings from his caretaker that her client would "freak out" if they touched or spoke to him, according to her statement contained in an investigative file released Monday.

3.         TEXAS (Rosenberg), ABC Local, July 13, 2013
Rosenberg police find missing disabled man thanks to community support, tips
http://abclocal.go.com/ktrk/story?section=news/local&id=9171469
Armando Barrera Gutierrez, 51, disappeared around 10:30pm in the Reserve subdivision behind Brazos Town Center. According to police, he has severe mental disabilities, causing him to become disoriented, and was possibly heavily medicated. According to Rosenberg police, an early-morning outpouring of community support helped locate Gutierrez.

4.         VERMONT (Colchester), WCAX, July 15, 2013
Missing Colchester man found in ditch
http://www.wcax.com/story/22828217/missing-colchester-man-found
A missing Colchester senior citizen who had been missing for days was found alive in the woods Friday. Sixty-six year old James Marrs was found in a deep ravine behind the Claussen's Florist and Greenhouse off Main Street in Colchester. Police say Marrs had wandered off before.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

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

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

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

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

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

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

·       The 33^rd Annual Mental Health & Aging Conference, “Innovative Perspectives on Mental Health & Aging,” will be held on October 8, 2013 at The Double Tree in Sacramento, California.  For more information visit www.sacmhac.net.

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

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

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

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

·       The 3^rd World Congress on Adult Guardianship will be convened on May 28-May 30, 2014 in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. It is sponsored by the National Guardianship Network in affiliation with the International Guardianship Network. The theme of the conference is, “Promising Practices to Ensure Excellence in Guardianship Around the World.” Proposals for presentations are due July 31.  See http://worldcongressguardianship.org  

 

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University of California, Irvine
Program in Geriatrics
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Orange, CA 92868

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NCEA Newsfeed – Friday, July 12, 2013

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

  

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Financial Advisor Magazine, July 12, 2013
Elder Abuse, Fraud Awareness Campaign Urged By GAO
http://www.fa-mag.com/news/elder-abuse-awareness-urged-by-gao-14860.html
The nation needs an elder abuse awareness campaign, including information on how to prevent seniors from falling victim to financial fraud, according to a General Accountability Office study. Financial fraud against the elderly can take longer to investigate than other types of senior abuse because financial records can be difficult to obtain and because it is often harder to prove than physical or emotional abuse, according to the GAO report released Wednesday.

2.         NATIONAL, KDLG, July 10, 2013
Chinatown ‘Blessing Scams’ Target Elderly Women
http://kdlg.org/post/chinatown-blessing-scams-target-elderly-women
In Chinatowns around the country — in San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, New York — a peculiar financial scam is targeting elderly Chinese women. This so-called "blessing scam" isn't much of a blessing. By asking lots of personal questions, the scammers convince their targets that they face terrible tragedy that they can only avoid if they place their valuables in a bag — and then pray over it. Usually, the victims place their jewelry and money in a bag that the thieves swap out for an identical one. And then the thieves tell the women not to open the bag for days.

3.         ALASKA (Anchorage), Anchorage Daily News, July 11, 2013
BBB issues warning about elder abuse
http://www.adn.com/2013/07/11/2971682/bbb-issues-warning-about-elder.html
Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washingtonoffers insight on identifying warning signs of elder abuse and selecting care facilities.

4.         ALASKA (Anchorage), Anchorage Daily News, July 9, 2013
State charges 29 in Alaska with Medicaid fraud
http://www.adn.com/2013/07/09/2969070/state-charges-29-in-alaska-with.html
More than 25 caregivers paid by the state to help elderly and ill Alaskans with basic tasks -- dressing, bathing, cleaning house, grocery shopping -- failed to do the work but billed the state anyway, state and federal officials said Tuesday in announcing a major Medicaid fraud investigation. 

5.         CALIFORNIA (Crestline), Alpenhorn News, July 12, 2013
Caregivers arrested for elder abuse
http://alpenhornnews.com/caregivers-arrested-for-elder-abuse-p4114-1.htm
Sheriff’s deputies arrested a mother and son after the pair allegedly stole money from a locked room belonging to the woman they were assisting. According to Sheriff’s Department investigators, two suspects were arrested at the elderly woman’s residence in Crestline, Saturday evening after the money reported missing was discovered hidden in their vehicle.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Barbara), KSBY, July 11, 2013
Woman wanted by Santa Barbara Police for elder abuse
http://www.ksby.com/news/woman-wanted-by-santa-barbara-police-for-elder-abuse/
Santa Barbara Police are looking for a woman wanted for elder abuse. Police say a woman, 51, embezzled at least $40,000 from a 70 year old victim who suffers from multiple sclerosis and cognitive deficiencies.

7.         FLORIDA (Tampa), My Fox Tampa Bay, July 11, 2013
Judge, horrified by photos of neglect, revokes bond
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/22819206/2013/07/11/judge-horrified-by-photos-of-neglect-revokes-bond
Two sisters accused of neglecting their bedridden mother to the point she died went to court Thursday to ask a judge to reduce their bond. Not only did the judge say no, he went a step further by revoking their bond completely. Investigators say that the woman’s bones could be seen through open sores and insects were crawling in and out of her body.

8.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), Herald-Review, July 9, 2013
Elder abuse investigations welcome
http://herald-review.com/news/opinion/editorial/elder-abuse-investigations-welcome/article_0b249108-e856-11e2-896a-001a4bcf887a.html
Last week, Gov. Pat Quinn signed a law that creates an “adult protective services unit” within the Department on Aging. As described by The Associated Press, the unit will investigate cases of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of older people and adults with disabilities, require special training for caretakers, and establish a team to investigate suspicious deaths.

9.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), Pantagraph, July 11, 2013
Adult protective service deserves utmost support
http://www.pantagraph.com/news/opinion/editorial/adult-protective-service-deserves-utmost-support/article_ec176ed4-ea3a-11e2-a638-0019bb2963f4.html
Last week, Gov. Pat Quinn signed a law that creates an “adult protective services unit” within the Department on Aging. As described by Associated Press, the unit will investigate cases of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of older people and adults with disabilities, require special training for caretakers and establish a team to investigate suspicious deaths.

10.       ILLINOIS (Decatur), WAND 17, July 8, 2013
Area Organization to Investigate Abuse Against Disabled
http://www.wandtv.com/story/22788096/area-organization-to-investigate-abuse-against-disabled
The governor signs legislation to better protect the elderly and disabled from abuse and exploitation. The act is supposed to expand protective services for disabled adults who live at home.

11.       NEW YORK (Oneida County), Utica Observer-Dispatch, July 12, 2013
Seniors often targeted for theft; financial abuse common
http://www.uticaod.com/latestnews/x273434678/Seniors-often-targeted-for-theft-financial-abuse-common
Elder financial abuse takes many forms, but it is the most common form of elder abuse in Oneida County. Kristin Palmer, coordinator of the Oneida County Elder Abuse Coalition, said about 75 to 80 percent of the elder abuse cases she works on involve financial abuse. A 2011 study by the New York State Coalition on Elder Abuse found that 4.1 percent of the 4,000 older adults surveyed had experienced financial exploitation in the previous year. But only 1 in 24 cases of all kinds of elder abuse get reported to authorities, the study found.

12.       OHIO (Newark), Newark Advocate, July 11, 2013 (Opinion)
Demand safety in nursing homes
http://www.newarkadvocate.com/article/20130711/OPINION04/307110017/Demand-safety-nursing-homes?nclick_check=1
Attorney General Mike DeWine reports complaints about nursing home abuse and neglect have nearly doubled this year. His office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is investigating 131 cases, compared to 74 for the same period in 2012. The author calls on the public to demand that AG DeWine makes elder abuse a priority.

13.       PENNSYLVANIA (Huntingdon), Trentonian, July 11, 2013
Trial delay in death of PA dementia patient
http://www.trentonian.com/article/20130711/NEWS03/130719892/trial-delay-in-death-of-pa-dementia-patient
The trial has been delayed for a caretaker charged in connection with the death of a blind dementia patient whose body was found in a creek near a central Pennsylvania assisted living facility. The suspect was charged with neglect and involuntary manslaughter in October after the body of a 70-year-old woman in her care was found in a creek about 100 yards from the care home.

14.       PENNSYLVANIA (Monroe County), The Morning Call, July 10, 2013
Police: Couple charged in death of older woman, misused victim’s trust fund
http://www.mcall.com/news/breaking/mc-d-monroe-ross-township-homicide-arrests-20130710,0,1501458.story
A couple has been charged with third-degree murder two years after the death of an elderly woman in their care. Authorities say the suspects stole more than $110,000 from the victim’s trust fund and unspecified amount from her $1,300-a-month Social Security payments. The victim had lost more than 100 pounds in less than a year and was wearing an adult diaper stained with urine, feces and blood. She had numerous bed sores and died from a combination of dehydration and choking on her own vomit.

15.       PENNSYLVANIA (Monroe County), Pocono Record, July 12, 2013
Neglect, like that alleged in Ross Township, is too easy to hide, say advocates for the elderly
http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130712/NEWS/307120373/-1/news
This article discusses whether or not the alleged neglect of a 70-year-old woman could have been prevented.

16.       SOUTH CAROLINA (Spartanburg), Go Upstate, July 12, 2013
Woman sentenced to prison for exploiting elderly home health patient
http://www.goupstate.com/article/20130625/ARTICLES/306251019
A Spartanburg woman will serve prison time for swindling an elderly home health patient. The woman, 54, received a 10-year prison sentence on Tuesday. Circuit Judge J. Mark Hayes II also ordered that she serve five years of probation after she completes her prison sentence. Probation could be suspended earlier if Harris repays restitution.

17.       TEXAS (Houston), New Old Age, July 10, 2013
Unable to Cope, Unwilling to Accept Aid
http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/07/10/unable-to-cope-unwilling-to-accept-aid/
Self-neglect is believed to account for nearly 40 percent of all cases of abuse and neglect in the elderly. Once, elderly adults of this sort were considered eccentric or alarmingly idiosyncratic. Today, researchers believe they have underlying medical or mental health issues — depression, dementia and delirium top the list — that compromise their ability to function and care for themselves, according to a recent panel sponsored by the Institute of Medicine.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Hagåtña, Guam), Guam PDN, July 13, 2013
Public Health to have own emergency adult home
http://www.guampdn.com/article/20130713/NEWS01/307130017/Public-Health-own-emergency-adult-home
Since last October, 203 senior citizens or adults with disabilities, were referred to the Bureau of Adult Protective Services because of abuse or neglect. Department of Public Health and Social Services Director James Gillan said the agency's current emergency receiving home is being rented from Catholic Social Service. With the help of the Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority, the department will soon see its own emergency receiving home built in Agat.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (London, United Kingdom), The Information Daily, July 12, 2013
Quality of dementia treatment in hospitals is still lacking, warns report
http://www.theinformationdaily.com/2013/07/12/quality-of-dementia-treatment-in-hospitals-is-still-lacking-warns-report
The second National Audit of Dementia, published today, found that the treatment of patients with dementia in hospitals is sub-par. The audit, commissioned by the Healthcare Quality Improvement Partnership, and carried out by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, found that many hospitals are failing to implement written policies and provide adequate care pathways for patients with dementia.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Sacramento), The Sacramento Bee, July 10, 2013
Audit finds California developmental centers botched abuse investigations
http://www.sacbee.com/2013/07/10/5556033/audit-finds-california-developmental.html
A state audit in California has shown staffing, leadership and operational deficiencies in state developmental centers, including failure to respond quickly and properly to some abuse complaints. In one abuse investigation, officers did not file written declarations from two staff members accused of committing the offense, auditors said.

2.         COLORADO (Wheat Ridge), Denver Post, July 11, 2013
Man gets 25 years for attacking disabled woman in Wheat Ridge
http://www.denverpost.com/breakingnews/ci_23640962/man-gets-25-years-attacking-disabled-woman-wheat
A man who attacked a disabled woman in Wheat Ridge has been sentenced to 25 years in prison. Anthony Andrew Lucero, 30, was sentenced last week for the May 2012 attack and attempted carjacking involving a 50-year-old disabled woman in the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center parking lot, according to the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office.

3.         FLORIDA (Pinellas County), WFSU, July 12, 2013
Assisted Living Facility Still Open After License Revoked
http://news.wfsu.org/post/assisted-living-facility-still-open-after-license-revoked
A state appeals court has, for the second time, allowed a South Florida assisted living facility for young adults with developmental disabilities to keep accepting clients.  Health regulators have been trying to close the center for years.  Members of one Pinellas County family protesting at the Statehouse earlier this month say they don’t want other families to endure what they have.

4.         KENTUCKY (Louisville), Wave 3, July 9, 2013
Wheelchair bound rape victim’s call for help finally heard
http://www.wave3.com/story/22799441/wheelchair-bound-rape-victims-call-for-help-finally-heard
A disabled woman who was scheduled to be a witness for the prosecution of a different case was able to alert a district attorney that her caregiver had been sexually assaulting her. The caregiver turned out to be a sex offender who failed to register with authorities in his area. The suspect was charged with sodomy and sexual abuse.

5.         MASSACHUSETTS (Kingston), Wicked Local, July 11, 2013
Kingston Police seeking felony charges after driver leaves two disabled passengers in hot van July 5
http://www.wickedlocal.com/plymouth/news/x946750784/Kingston-Police-seeking-felony-charges-after-driver-leaves-two-disabled-passengers-in-hot-van-July-5
Kingston Police are seeking two felony counts after a Habilitation Assistance van driver left two disabled passengers in a van in the company’s parking lot for two to three hours on a hot Friday, July 5. The state law under which the two felony counts would be filed reads, “Whoever, being a caretaker of an elder or person with a disability, wantonly or recklessly commits or permits another to commit abuse, neglect or mistreatment upon such elder or person with a disability, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than three years, or imprisonment in the house of correction for not more than 2-1/2 years, or by a fine of not more than $5,000, or by both such fine and imprisonment.”

6.         MICHIGAN (Marquette), Upper Michigan Source, July 11, 2013
Don’t be careless when selecting caregivers
http://www.uppermichiganssource.com/news/story.aspx?id=920489#.UeA9TNLnvTo
Studies show that people with developmental disabilities are four to ten times more likely to have acts of violence committed against them. This article gives advice on how to conduct thorough background checks on potential caregivers in order to protect loved ones against abuse.

7.         NEW JERSEY (Manchester), Asbury Park Press, July 10, 2013
Cops: Manchester mom left daughter’s body in filthy home
http://www.app.com/article/20130709/NJNEWS14/307090130/manchester-mom-disabled-daughter-death?nclick_check=1
The body of a 32-year-old disabled woman was found in a filthy mobile home, after police say it had been decaying for weeks. Police came to the home to investigate a report of a foul odor and flies. The woman was dependent on her mother, who did not report the woman’s death but continued to receive her daughter’s Social Security checks. The mother was charged with aggravated manslaughter, desecrating human remains and neglect of a disabled adult, and pleaded not guilty.

8.         NEW JERSEY (Somerville), NJ.com, July 12, 2013
Montclair woman gets probation for stealing from developmentally disabled woman
http://www.nj.com/somerset/index.ssf/2013/07/montclair_woman_gets_probation_for_stealing_from_developmentally_disabled_woman.html
A Somerville woman was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to pay restitution to the developmentally disabled woman from who she stole more than $2000 while serving as her caregiver.

9.         NEW JERSEY (Toms River), USA Today, July 9, 2013
Mom pleads not guilty in death of disabled daughter
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/07/09/nj-mom-disabled-daughter-death/2502335/
A woman has pled not guilty to charges of aggravated manslaughter, desecrating human remains and neglect of a disabled adult in connection with her daughter’s death. She allegedly failed to report her daughter’s death, while continuing to cash her Social Security checks.

10.       WASHINGTON (Seattle), Seattle Pi, July 12, 2013
Prosecutors: Man caught raping developmentally disabled employee at Ballard warehouse
http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Prosecutors-Man-caught-raping-developmentally-4660687.php
A supervisor at a Ballard warehouse caught raping a developmentally disabled worker while on the clock had a dismissive response after he was caught in the act, according to charges filed earlier this month. The 42-year-old woman “would not know the difference,” the suspect told a coworker, according to charging papers. The suspect, a 54-year-old Des Moines resident, is now charged with second-degree rape.

11.       WISCONSIN (Racine), The Northwestern, July 11, 2013
Woman accused of keeping autistic son locked in basement for 2 years
http://www.thenorthwestern.com/viewart/20130711/OSH0101/307110245/Woman-accused-keeping-autistic-son-locked-basement-2-years
A Racine mother and her boyfriend are accused of locking her autistic adult son in the basement for more than two years, forcing him to relieve himself in a bucket and allowing him upstairs only to brush his teeth or wash his face. Police responded to a call from the victim’s grandmother, who claimed that her grandson was being kept in his mother’s locked basement and shocked with a dog collar. The victim’s mother and her boyfriend were charged with being parties to the crime of abusing an at-risk person.

12.       WISCONSIN (Racine), Wausau Daily Herald, July 11, 2013
Wis. Mom accused of keeping autistic son locked up
http://www.wausaudailyherald.com/viewart/20130711/WDH0101/307110262/Wis-mom-accused-keeping-autistic-son-locked-up
A Racine mother and her boyfriend are accused of locking her autistic adult son in the basement for more than two years, forcing him to relieve himself in a bucket and allowing him upstairs only to brush his teeth or wash his face.

13.       INTERNATIONAL (Hobeni, South Africa), VOA News, July 11, 2013
Mentally Disabled Women Endure Intense Abuse in South Africa
http://www.voanews.com/content/mentally-disabled-women-endure-intense-abuse-in-south-africa/1699827.html
South African women who suffer from conditions such as cerebral palsy and fetal alcohol syndrome often face abuse at the hands of a society that does not understand their conditions.

14.       INTERNATIONAL (Calderwood, United Kingdom), East Kilbride News, July 10, 2013
Carer left vulnerable man in car in sub-zero temperatures
http://www.eastkilbridenews.co.uk/lanarkshire-news/local-news-lanarkshire/local-news-east-kilbride/2013/07/10/carer-left-vulnerable-murray-man-in-car-in-sub-zero-temperatures-68653-33589539/
A vulnerable Calderwood man was left in freezing temperatures for more than two hours by his on-call carer. At Hamilton Sheriff Court the former carer was found guilty of willfully neglecting a man who was paralysed from the waist down and had learning difficulties, as Arctic conditions gripped the town in 2010.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         NATIONAL, Huffington Post, July 12, 2013
Dementia and Wandering: A View From Search and Rescue
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dave-baldridge/dementia-wandering_b_3575493.html
The author discusses that while not all wandering by dementia patients can be prevented, there are measures that can be taken to keep dementia patients safe.

2.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), CBS Local, July 10, 2013
Elderly Woman With Dementia Missing From Auburn Gresham
http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2013/07/10/elderly-woman-with-dementia-missing-from-auburn-gresham/
Police are asking for the public’s help to find an elderly woman with dementia who went missing from the South Side Auburn Gresham neighborhood Tuesday. Fatimah Shabazz, 70, was last seen about 4 p.m. in the 7900 block of South Laflin Street, according to an alert issued by Area South detectives.

3.         MICHIGAN (Byron Township), WZZM 13, July 12, 2013
UPDATE: Missing dementia patient found
http://www.wzzm13.com/news/article/261374/48/Deputies-seeking-missing-dementia-patient
Kent County deputies say they have located a 72-year-old dementia patient apparently got lost while driving around yesterday and stopped to stay at a local motel when night arrived. 

4.         MINNESOTA (Minneapolis), CBS Local, July 12, 2013
Woodbury Police Need Help to Find Missing Vulnerable Adult
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2013/07/12/woodbury-police-need-help-to-find-missing-vulnerable-adult/
The Woodbury Police Department is asking for the public’s help to try and find a vulnerable adult who has been missing since Wednesday. Authorities said Kyle Konkler, 19, likely walked away from his Woodbury home on White Eagle Drive in the Eagle Valley neighborhood and hasn’t been seen since. Police said they are concerned he might get himself into potentially dangerous situations.

5.         OHIO (Medina County), Cleveland.com, July 10, 2013
Medina County officials are seeing increases in opiate dependency among caregivers
http://www.cleveland.com/medina/index.ssf/2013/07/medina_county_officials_are_se.html
Louise Brown, social services administrator for Medina County Job and Family Services, says her department has seen a definite increase in cases of opiate addiction in parents and caregivers.

6.         PENNSYLVANIA (Harrisburg), Sacramento Bee, July 9, 2013
Single Largest Investment for Older Adult Programs Included in 2013-2014 Budget
http://www.sacbee.com/2013/07/09/5555204/single-largest-investment-for.html
Secretary of Aging Brian Duke today praised Governor Tom Corbett and the legislature for the additional $50 million that has been included in the 2013-14 budget for programs that will benefit older Pennsylvanians. This unprecedented increase will enable older Pennsylvanians to remain living in their homes and communities and have access to long-term care services. This comes at a time when there is more demand for services due to the rising number of older adults living in Pennsylvania.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

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

 

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

·       The 3^rd World Congress on Adult Guardianship will be convened on May 28-May 30, 2014 in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. It is sponsored by the National Guardianship Network in affiliation with the International Guardianship Network. The theme of the conference is, “Promising Practices to Ensure Excellence in Guardianship Around the World.” Proposals for presentations are due July 31.  See http://worldcongressguardianship.org  

 

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, AARP, July 3, 2013
Is It Elder Financial Fraud? 5 Signs It May Be “Yes”
http://blog.aarp.org/2013/07/03/sally-abrahms-elder-financial-abuse-signs/
This article gives a list of resources to identify and combat elder financial abuse.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Benicia), Times Herald, July 8, 2013
Benicia man arrested on suspicion of elder abuse, violence
http://www.timesheraldonline.com/news/ci_23617838/benicia-man-arrested-suspicion-elder-abuse-violence
A 34-year-old man Benicia man was arrested Saturday on a host of elder abuse-related allegations. The suspect has been accused of slapping, holding a knife to, strangling, slapping and threatening a 66-year-old woman in her home, Benicia police say.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Redondo Beach), Digital Journalo, July 2, 2013
CA State Senator hosts Scam Stopper talks to help elderly
http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/353592
The California Department of Business Oversight, formerly known as the Dept. of Corporations, the Contractors State License Board and other agencies collaborated this past June 14 to raise awareness of fraud and financial abuse of senior citizens with "Elder Abuse Awareness Day."

4.         CALIFORNIA (Ukiah), Ukiah Daily Journal, July 8, 2013
Intoxicated son arrested for elder abuse of father
http://www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/news/ci_23619722/intoxicated-son-arrested-elder-abuse-father
A 19-year-old man is accused of pushing his elderly and disabled father out of his wheelchair during a disagreement. The suspect was allegedly intoxicated, and was charged with Elder/Dependent adult abuse and vandalism.

5.         GEORGIA (Atlanta), The Augusta Chronicle, July 8, 2013
Georgia going after elder abuse
http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/crime-courts/2013-07-08/georgia-going-after-elder-abuse?v=1373293624
By the end of summer, police officers across the state will have viewed a training video during roll call on recognizing and investigating cases of abuse, neglect and exploitation of the elderly and disabled. The Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police developed the video at the recommendation of a multiagency task force examining the issue, which initiated its production even before completing its final report.

6.         GEORGIA (Atlanta), The Inquisitr, July 2, 2013
Dozens Charged In Georgia Nursing Home Abuse Investigation
http://www.inquisitr.com/827120/dozens-charged-in-georgia-nursing-home-abuse-investigation/
Agents for the Georgia Bureau of Investigation issued a warrant on Tuesday to search for additional evidence as part of a three-month long probe into the Alzheimer’s Care of Commerce, a facility 65 miles northeast of Atlanta. Nearly two dozen former employees are facing more than 70 charges stemming from cruelty afflicted upon Alzheimer’s patients; these included documented acts of physical abuse such as staff members striking patients.

7.         GEORGIA (Atlanta), Gainesville Times, July 7, 2013
Licensing, training important in choosing elder care
http://www.gainesvilletimes.com/section/6/article/85882/
When a Georgia caregiving center for elderly individuals with Alzheimer’s became national news for alleged abuse and neglect, it brought to mind several questions that families may have when planning care for older relatives. The Associated Press reported that, following a three-month investigation of Alzheimer’s Care of Commerce, 21 employees had charges including cruelty to people 65 or older, along with accusations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation, filed against them last week.

8.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), The State Journal-Register, July 2, 2013
New law to help protect elderly, disabled
http://www.sj-r.com/breaking/x1806115018/New-law-to-help-protect-elderly-disabled#axzz2YVEmGVQL
Gov. Pat Quinn says he's signed a new law to better protect elderly Illinois residents and adults with disabilities. Quinn signed the legislation on Monday to create an adult protective services unit within the state Department on Aging. It will be responsible for investigating cases of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of older people and adults with disabilities. The law also requires special training for caretakers and establishes a team to investigate suspicious deaths.

9.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), WREX, July 2, 2013
Adult Protective Services Act signed into law
http://www.wrex.com/story/22741421/2013/07/02/adult-protective-services-act-signed-into-law
Governor Pat Quinn signed the Adult Protective Services Act into law Monday to help protect Illinois' seniors and individuals with disabilities. House Bill 948 creates an agency to protect adults within the Department on Aging. The agency will investigate abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of seniors and adults with disabilities. A special team to investigate suspicious deaths will also be established.

10.       IOWA (Des Moines), Des Moines Register, July 8, 2013
Branstad blocks addition of two advocates for seniors
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20130708/NEWS10/307080051/Branstad-blocks-addition-two-advocates-seniors
Gov. Terry Branstad has vetoed a plan to increase the number of ombudsmen that advocate for seniors in Iowa nursing homes.

11.       MARYLAND (Salisbury), WBOC, July 2, 2013
Salisbury Woman Convicted of Exploiting Vulnerable Adult
http://www.wboc.com/story/22745227/salisbury-woman-convicted-of-exploiting-vulnerable-adult
A Salisbury woman will spend two months in jail after being convicted in Wicomico County Circuit Court on Tuesday of felony financial exploitation of an elderly woman under her care.

12.       MICHIGAN (Marquette), Upper Michigan Source, July 8, 2013
Young Marquette man charged with elder abuse
http://www.uppermichiganssource.com/news/story.aspx?id=918907#.Udtl0tLnvTo
A 21-year-old Marquette man faces two years in prison for allegedly abusing a vulnerable adult who was in his care. He was also charged with possession of marijuana.

13.       OHIO (Cincinnati), Cincinnati.com, July 5, 2013
Services available to stop, protect against elder abuse
http://news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AB/20130705/NEWS01/307050083/&nclick_check=1
Clermont Senior Services is under contract with the Department of Jobs and Family Services to investigate and resolve elder abuse. Last year, more than 200 elderly men and women in Clermont County were reported at-risk of abuse, neglect or exploitation. The law requires that reports must be investigated within 24 hours. Through this program, the needs of the most vulnerable - abused, frail older adults of our communities - can be helped, and their quality of life raised to a safe level.

14.       OHIO (Columbus), Pike County Daily, July 5, 2013
DeWine announces increase in nursing home abuse and neglect complaints
http://www.pikecountydaily.com/community/article_2f4bd822-1426-51f0-803a-c6a8ab9e26b1.html
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine today announced that his Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) has recently seen a spike in complaints regarding alleged abuse and neglect at Ohio nursing homes. So far this year, the Attorney General’s Office has opened 131 abuse and neglect cases, as compared to 74 cases in the same time period last year.

15.       OHIO (Mason), Mason Buzz, July 8, 2013
Shalom Center raises awareness of elder abuse
http://masonbuzz.com/2013/07/08/shalom-center-raises-awareness-of-elder-abuse/
For World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, volunteers and staff from the Shalom Center for Elder Abuse Prevention in Mason visited local emergency rooms and rescue squads to spread awareness about elder abuse prevention. They handed out baked goods and information about elder abuse prevention. The materials included purple bracelets that say: “Shalom Center. Break the silence.”

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Ontario, Canada), The Globe and Mail, July 5, 2013
Store owner advocates against elderly abuse
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/store-owner-advocates-for-the-elderly/article13049890/
A vacuum cleaner store owner in Peterborough, Ontario, discovers his passion for fighting for elder justice.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (East Yorkshire, United Kingdom), July 8, 2013
Dementia sufferer, 82, almost drowned by care worker who left her submerged in the bath while she chatted for 15 minutes
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2358405/Dementia-sufferer-suffered-brain-damage-care-worker-Natalie-Gillan-left-submerged-bath.html
A senior care worker almost drowned an 82-year-old dementia sufferer by leaving her submerged in a bath while she chatted for 15 minutes, a court heard today. The suspect was looking after one of the most vulnerable patients at Windsor Court Care Home. The victim suffered brain damage following the incident - but when the suspect was initially quizzed by the woman’s family about the incident she lied and said the victim had suffered a stroke, Hull Crown Court was told.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Sandwell, United Kingdom), Sandwell.gov.uk, July 3, 2013
New guidelines for reporting abuse of vulnerable adults
http://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/2485/new_guidelines_for_reporting_abuse_of_vulnerable_adults
Safeguarding bosses in Sandwell have adopted new guidelines for preventing and tackling adult abuse. "Safeguarding Adults: Multi Agency Policy and Procedures" sets out what organisations and people should do to protect adults at risk.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), Belleville News-Democrat, July 2, 2013
Governor signs law to protect disabled adults after BND investigation
http://www.bnd.com/2013/07/01/2679189/governor-signs-law-to-protect.html
Gov. Patrick Quinn signed a bill into law Monday intended to greatly expand protection for adults with disabilities who live at home. The law was inspired by an investigative series in the Belleville News-Democrat.

2.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), Northwest Herald, July 8, 2013
Senior Services Associates to expand its reach
http://www.nwherald.com/2013/07/03/senior-services-associates-to-expand-its-reach/akrca0j/
Newly signed legislation opens the door for added protections for adults with disabilities and gives a broader reach to a local agency. When Gov. Pat Quinn last week signed the Adult Protective Services Act, it provided better safeguards for individuals with disabilities. With the legislation, Crystal Lake-based Senior Services Associates, an agency that helps elderly people who are abused, has been authorized to help a younger population.

3.         NEW JERSEY (Manchester), USA Today, July 5, 2013
Mom charged after daughter’s decomposed body found
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/07/05/nj-mom-charged-after-daughters-decomposed-body-found/2493947/
A woman is facing charges after her disabled adult daughter’s body was discovered by police in New Jersey. The suspect never reported her daughter’s death, and continued to collect her daughter’s Social Security checks.  

4.         NEW JERSEY (Toms River), NorthJersey.com, July 8, 2013
N.J. mom pleads not guilty in disabled daughter’s death
http://www.northjersey.com/news/NJ_mom_pleads_not_guilty_in_disabled_daughters_death.html
A southern New Jersey woman has pleaded not guilty to aggravated manslaughter charges stemming from the death of her disabled adult daughter, whose decomposed remains were found in the home they shared. The suspect also faces charges of desecrating human remains and neglect of a disabled adult in the death of her 32-year-old daughter, who authorities say was homebound and dependent on her mother for care. The suspect did not report her daughter’s death to federal officials and was still getting her daughter’s disability checks.

5.         NEW JERSEY (Toms River), NJ.com, July 8, 2013
Ocean County mom accused in disabled daughter’s death appears in court
http://www.nj.com/ocean/index.ssf/2013/07/ocean_county_mom_accused_in_disabled_daughters_death_appears_in_court.html
The Manchester Township woman charged last week in the death of her disabled daughter apparently moved out of the mobile home where her daughter died days — or possibly weeks — before police found the 32-year-old woman's body, neighbors said today.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         NATIONAL, Medical Daily, July 8, 2013
Doctors Urged To Discuss Gun Safety With Elderly Patients
http://www.medicaldaily.com/articles/17190/20130708/physicians-gun-safety-elderly-patients-elderly-suicide.htm
Despite the divisive nature of the great American gun debate, heath experts are advising physicians to broach the subject of gun safety with elderly patients, reminding them that they have the legal right to do so. Although gun safety advocates focus more on households with children, at least some evidence suggests that firearms in the home may pose lethal dangers to the elderly, wrote Marshall B. Kapp, a public health expert, on Monday in Annals of Internal Medicine.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, July 01, 2013

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

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

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Today.com, June 28, 2013
Expert warns about scams targeting seniors
http://www.today.com/money/expert-warns-about-scams-targeting-seniors-6C10486914
“The crime of elder financial exploitation is widely underreported, and the consequences are heartbreaking,” said Gail Hillebrand, associate director for consumer education and engagement at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Los Angeles), Courthouse News Service, June 28, 2013
Homebuyers Sue Force-Placed Insurers
http://www.courthousenews.com/2013/06/28/58916.htm
Insurers with ties to OneWest Bank "exacerbated the foreclosure crisis" and abused elders by forcing struggling homeowners to pay sky-high costs for force-placed insurance products, a class action claims in Superior Court. Lead plaintiff Geraldine Doyle seeks class damages for breach of contract, unjust enrichment, breach of fiduciary duty, financial elder abuse, tortious interference and other counts.

3.         CALIFORNIA (Redwood City), Redwood City-Woodside Patch, July 1, 2013
Elder Fraud Trial Delayed
http://redwoodcity-woodside.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/elder-fraud-trial-delayed
The trial for a man accused of taking advantage of elderly people in Redwood City was delayed on Friday, after the defense attorney failed to appear in court. The suspect in this case is accused of taking more than $270,000 from elderly people in the form of loans that he has not repaid. His victims were 51-88 years of age. None of the loans have been repaid.

4.         HAWAII (Honolulu), Urban Honolulu, June 27, 2013
Fighting Financial Abuse
http://urbanhonolulu.hawaiinewsnow.com/news/crime/181263-fighting-financial-abuse
Gov. Neil Abercrombie signed Senate Bill 102 to amend a section in the Hawai`i Revised Statutes relating to the reporting of elderly financial abuse. The most significant change is for financial institutions to report possible abuse to state human services as well as county police. The original statute required reports only to human services. Immediately after receiving a report, police must begin a criminal investigation.

5.         IOWA (Woodbury County), Quad-City Times, July 1, 2013
Neb. woman reaches deal in Iowa elder abuse case
http://qctimes.com/news/state-and-regional/iowa/neb-woman-reaches-deal-in-iowa-elder-abuse-case/article_4ade1201-4feb-5e77-b8fb-e6c3164def3c.html
A Nebraska woman accused of stealing more than $150,000 from an elderly Iowa woman has reached a plea deal. Terry Lockie pleaded guilty Monday in Woodbury County District Court to one count of dependent adult abuse. A first-degree theft charge has been dismissed. The plea agreement means a five-year prison sentence has been suspended and the 65-year-old Lockie will be on probation for two years. Her attorney says Lockie may also lose her certified public accountant license.

6.         MINNESOTA (Austin), Christian Post, June 28, 2013
Austin Pastor Charged With Stealing 40K From Woman With Dementia
http://www.christianpost.com/news/austin-pastor-charged-with-stealing-40k-from-woman-with-dementia-99073/
An Austin pastor has been charged with stealing over $40,000 from an elderly woman suffering from dementia. On Wednesday, police charged the suspect of Austin Church of Christ (Christian) with four felony counts of financially exploiting a vulnerable adult after he and his wife allegedly befriended an 82-year-old elderly woman suffering from dementia years ago and later became her power of attorney.

7.         MINNESOTA (Austin), My Fox 47, June 28, 2013
Pastor charged with financially exploiting a vulnerable adult
http://www.myfox47.com/story/22709363/2013/06/27/pastor-charged-with-financially-exploiting-a-vulnerable-adult
An Austin pastor is accused of swindling thousands of dollars from a woman suffering from dementia. The suspect, a pastor at Austin Church of Christ (Christian), has been charged with four counts of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult.

8.         MINNESOTA (Austin), Post Bulletin, June 28, 2013
Austin pastor accused of bilking $40K from woman with dementia
http://www.postbulletin.com/news/crime/austin-pastor-accused-of-bilking-k-from-woman-with-dementia/article_d03ad24b-ae9e-544f-8f05-6dbcf8284210.html
An Austin pastor faces four felony charges after allegedly bilking an 82-year-old woman with dementia out of more than $40,000. The suspect was charged Wednesday in Mower County District Court with four counts of financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult. The suspect, 69, is a pastor at Austin Church of Christ (Christian).

9.         MINNESOTA (Austin), Wahpeton Daily News, June 28, 2013
Pastor charged with financially exploiting woman
http://www.wahpetondailynews.com/article_4118b8ca-dfeb-11e2-8774-001a4bcf887a.html
An Austin pastor is charged with bilking more than $40,000 from an elderly woman with dementia. Authorities say suspect was the woman's power of attorney. A criminal complaint, in part, says the suspect used a $5,000 check from the woman to replace his furnace and claimed a $3,000 bank transfer to his account for a bowling trip was a reward for his care.

10.       MISSISSIPPI (Petal), News Times, June 28, 2013
Woman arrested for exploiting a vulnerable adult
http://www.newstimes.com/news/crime/article/Woman-arrested-for-exploiting-a-vulnerable-adult-4631693.php
A 70-year-old Petal woman has been arrested on one count of exploitation of a vulnerable adult. Investigators allege the suspect signed papers naming herself to have Power of Attorney over the affairs of an elderly woman who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, and subsequently took money that was intended for the victim. If convicted the suspect faces up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

11.       OHIO (Columbus), Toledo Blade, June 30, 2013
Abuse reports increase in Ohio nursing homes
http://www.toledoblade.com/State/2013/06/30/Abuse-reports-increasein-Ohio-nursing-homes.html
Abuse complaints in Ohio nursing homes nearly doubled so far this year compared with 2012, with 63 new cases filed in just the past month, according to Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine. Mr. DeWine said his office’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has opened 131 cases to investigate abuse and neglect allegations at Ohio nursing homes in 2013, compared with 74 cases during the same period last year.

12.       PENNSYLVANIA (Pittsburgh), Post-Gazette, July 1, 2013
Scams continued to be aimed at seniors
http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/business/legal/scams-aimed-at-senior-citizens-693836/
On June 18, U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., introduced the Senior Investor Protections Enhancement Act of 2013, which would impose higher penalties for fraudulent investments involving people 62 and older. At present, fines range from $5,000 to $100,000 for individuals and $50,000 to $500,000 for businesses found guilty of civil penalties. Under Mr. Casey's proposal, fines in civil suits would top out at $150,000 for individuals and $550,000 for businesses if the fraud involved seniors.

13.       TENNESSEE (Oak Ridge), Oak Ridge Today, June 30, 2013
Elder Watch group, county recognize seniors
http://oakridgetoday.com/2013/06/30/elder-watch-group-county-recognize-seniors/
Elder Watch of Anderson County recently recognized winners of a student poster contest promoting care and support for senior citizens. Rhiana Prince, who attends school in Oak Ridge, was one of the many students who participated in the local organization’s contest. Prince recently visited the Anderson County Courthouse in Clinton to be recognized by Anderson County Mayor Terry Frank.

14.       TEXAS (Victoria), Victoria Advocate, June 29, 2013
Seminar raises awareness of abuse of elderly
http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2013/jun/29/cn_gc_aps_seminar_063013_213422/?business&local-business
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, the Golden Crescent Area Agency on Aging and the Texas Area Health Education Center East-Victoria Region will answer questions about elder abuse at the seminar, “Elder Abuse and Neglect is Everyone’s Business,” on July 17.

15.       WASHINGTON (Auburn), KWKT, June 28, 2013
VIDEO: Daughter arrested after elderly mother found bedridden, covered in maggots
http://www.kwkt.com/news/video-daughter-arrested-after-elderly-mother-found-bedridden-covered-maggots
Police near Seattle tell the shocking story of an elderly woman they found being eaten alive by maggots. The victim’s daughter is charged with second-degree criminal mistreatment of a dependent person.

16.       WASHINGTON (Auburn), Q13 Fox, June 28, 2013
Maggots may have kept neglected, obese woman alive
http://q13fox.com/2013/06/27/maggots-may-have-kept-neglected-obese-woman-alive/#axzz2XqSpFubq
Hundreds of maggots eating away at an obese elderly woman’s dead skin may have kept her alive, slowing an infection allegedly coming after days of neglect from her caretaker. According to court documents, the 70-year-old woman’s daughter faces felony elder-abuse charges after King County sheriff’s deputies found the elder woman stuck to the bedding in her home, with maggots eating at an open wound and bed sheets “soiled with the byproducts of injury and covered in bugs.”

17.       WISCONSIN (Wonewoc), Juneau County Star Times, June 28, 2013
No resolution expected soon in elderly patient abuse case
http://www.wiscnews.com/juneaucountystartimes/news/local/article_d6a7ab9e-e045-11e2-a6d3-0019bb2963f4.html
There will be no speedy resolution in the case of a Wonewoc woman charged last year with abuse of a patient at a New Lisbon nursing home. The suspect is charged with intentional abuse causing bodily harm and aggravated battery of an 86-year-old patient at Crest View Nursing Home in New Lisbon between October 2011 and June 2012.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (British Columbia, Canada), Prince George Citizen, June 28, 2013
Family mourns alleged victim of elder abuse
http://www.princegeorgecitizen.com/article/20130628/PRINCEGEORGE0101/306289989/-1/PRINCEGEORGE/family-mourns-alleged-victim-of-elder-abuse
A man who spoke out against an alleged instance of elder abuse has died. Calvin Courtoreille, 82, was a resident of Jubilee Lodge. He was admitted to the University Hospital of Northern B.C. in January with kidney problems. According to his niece, Leona Esau, his wife and three children were by his side when he passed Wednesday afternoon.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Kochi, India), The Hindu, June 28, 2013
Dignity in the autumn days
http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/dignity-in-the-autumn-days/article4860268.ece
Elder justice advocates fight to keep homelessness and abuse relatively low among the elderly population in Kerala.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (New Delhi, India), Hindustan Times, July 2, 2013
23% elderly get abused at home, says study
http://www.hindustantimes.com/India-news/NewDelhi/23-elderly-get-abused-at-home-says-study/Article1-1085565.aspx
Rapid development coupled with career pressures and consumerism and increased life expectancy has led to a spurt in the cases of elderly abuse and neglect. According to a report, 23% of the elderly in India reported abuse — be it disrespect, verbal abuse, neglect and in many cases, physical abuse.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         MISSISSIPPI (Harrison County), Sun Herald, June 28, 2013
Pass Christian man accused in sexual battery of a vulnerable adult
http://www.sunherald.com/2013/06/28/4766511/pass-christian-man-accused-in.html
Sheriff's investigators arrested a Pass Christian man Friday on a charge of sexual battery of a vulnerable adult. Officials said deputies went to a home on Katie Drive in response to a domestic argument and learned several family members had confronted a 59-year-old man with accusations. The man is accused of having sexual contact with a 30-year-old woman who is mentally impaired.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         KENTUCKY (Paris), WKYT, June 29, 2013
Golden Alert canceled for missing Paris man
http://www.wkyt.com/news/headlines/213608751.html
Officials say they have located a 74-year-old man who went missing Friday afternoon. Paris Police issued a Golden Alert for Palmer Hall on Friday. Hall went missing around 3 p.m. Friday, after he got into his 1990 Oldsmobile Silhouette van and drove away from home. Police say Hall was diagnosed with dementia in April, and had been living with family members since then. He's originally from Floyd County.

2.         PENNSYVLANIA (Falls Township), CBS Local, June 28, 2013
Police Search For Missing Man With Dementia, Severe Asthma
http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2013/06/28/police-search-for-missing-man-with-dementia-severe-asthma/
Police in Bucks County are asking for the public’s help in finding a missing man with dementia. According to police, 66-year-old Shellie Boutwell, of Morrisville, Pa., left his home driving a white, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe with a Pennsylvania registration of PD 9600R.

3.         VIRGINIA (Norfolk), Hampton Roads, June 30, 2013
Police: Missing Va. Beach man with family in Norfolk
http://hamptonroads.com/2013/06/police-missing-va-beach-man-family-norfolk
A 61-year-old man reported missing earlier today was found in Norfolk. Ashby C. Edwards III was last seen about 11 a.m. in the 300 block of Lynn Shores Drive and had abandoned his wheelchair, according to a Virginia Beach police spokeswoman. He suffers from dementia, respiratory failure and periods of confusion. He was reported missing about 2:30 p.m.

4.         WISCONSIN (Milwaukee), Today’s TMJ4, June 30, 2013
Missing Milwaukee man found in West Virginia
http://www.todaystmj4.com/news/local/213745551.html
An 84-year-old man with dementia disappeared from his Milwaukee home Saturday afternoon and was later found in West Virginia.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• July 1, 2013
• Applications for the Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation, administered by the Drucker Institute at Claremont Graduate University, with support from the Coca-Cola Foundation. The $100,000 prize will honor a nonprofit organization that best demonstrates Mr. Drucker’s definition of innovation: “change that creates a new dimension of performance.” Organizations classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or sponsored by such a group may apply.
• Additional information is available on the school’s website.
• Contact: Jamie Jones, Claremont Graduate University, Drucker Institute, 1021 North Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, California, 91711. (909) 607-9212; award@druckerinstitute.com; www.druckerinstitute.com/what-we-do/nonprofit-innovation-award
• July 1, 2013
• The Land O’ Lakes Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Community Grants program for projects that focus on hunger, youths and education, civic improvements, and arts and culture in rural communities. Typically, the foundation funds national programs and programs in the following twenty states: Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Grants are restricted to organizations that have been granted tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This year’s application deadlines are April 1 for education proposals; July 1 for hunger/food related proposals; and October 1 for all other proposals.
• Additional information is available on the foundation’s website.
• Contact: Land O’ Lakes Foundation, P.O. Box 64101, St. Paul, MN, 55164; (800) 328-9680; http://www.landolakesinc.com/company/corporateresponsibility/foundation/communitygrants/eligibility/default.aspx
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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NCEA Newsfeed – Friday, June 28, 2013

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

  

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Credit Union Times, June 25, 2013
Threat of the Week: The Elder Fraud Epidemic
http://www.cutimes.com/2013/06/25/threat-of-the-week-the-elder-fraud-epidemic
It happens without a gun, and often even without a computer mouse, but nowadays one of the fastest growing types of fraud is elder financial abuse, which the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau tabs as a $2.9 billion annual problem, and it is one that may only get bigger as the 40+ million group of elderly Americans daily grows in number. The good news for credit unions: many of them now are taking a significant role in helping safeguard their elderly members’ accounts.

2.         NATIONAL, Daily Freeman, June 24, 2013
Elder Fraud Epidemic: How Banks Are Failing Seniors
http://business-news.thestreet.com/daily-freeman/story/elder-fraud-epidemic-how-banks-are-failing-seniors-0/1
Elderly Americans have money. Their numbers grow daily. In some cases their mental capacities are diminishing. "It a horrible perfect storm for scams," said lawyer Steve Weisman, who teaches elder planning at Bentley University in Waltham, Mass. "The elderly are 12% of the population and 30% of the scam victims." Some elder fraud experts say - loudly and in many cases angrily - that financial institutions could be doing a lot more to prevent a substantial amount of elder fraud.

3.         ARIZONA (Prescott), The Daily Courier, June 27, 2013
Event encourages learning, reporting signs of elder abuse
http://www.dcourier.com/main.asp?SectionID=1&SubSectionID=1&ArticleID=120612
At a World Elder Abuse Awareness Event in Prescott, community members were urged to make a pledge to learn signs of elder abuse and report it when they see it. "Our victims tend to be between the ages of 70 to 89 years old, white, women who are physically frail or cognitively impaired," Arizona Attorney General's Task Force Against Senior Abuse Special Agent/Coordinator Ted Evertsen said. "They are trusting of others and may be lonely or isolated."

4.         CALIFORNIA (Menlo Park), Almanac News, June 27, 2013
Menlo Park police highlight elder fraud
http://www.almanacnews.com/news/show_story.php?id=13917
An elderly Menlo Park couple ripped off in a Jamaican lottery scam is one of several, police announced on June 24. The con artists ask victims for money or personal information in exchange for promised prizes, or pose as relatives in need of emergency help. It's not known how much money the elderly couple lost to the scam. Sgt. Kevin Paugh from the Menlo Park Police Department, who is working on the case, was not immediately available for comment.

5.         CALIFORNIA (Menlo Park), Menlo Park – Atherton Patch, June 25, 2013
Menlo Park Police Alert Public to Elder Fraud
http://menlopark-atherton.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/menlo-park-police-alert-public-to-elder-fraud
Law enforcement officials are investigating a scam that is plaguing elderly Menlo Park residents and asking the public to be on alert. “Monetary scams have been going on for some time now, and most recently an elderly couple residing in Menlo Park was victimized by a ‘Jamaican lottery scam’ with ties to a business named Global International,” said Sergeant Kevin Paugh in a statement on Monday.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Ventura), Ventura Edhat, June 26, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Month
http://ventura.edhat.com/site/tidbit.cfm?nid=116783&nc=1
With June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month, leading in-home care provider Home Helpers hopes to help raise awareness about elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. The home care franchise launched a national media relations push to continue throughout the month of June to foster a better understanding of this serious issue, recognize warning signs, and find solutions.

7.         FLORIDA (Tampa), My Fox Tampa, June 27, 2013
Help for when elder care becomes overwhelming
http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/story/22707989/2013/06/27/family-of-neglected-woman-appears-in-court
The father and daughters charged in a deadly case of neglect involving their wife and mother were arraigned Thursday in Hillsborough County Court. A day earlier, the family members were arrested following an investigation into the death of Mary Winston, who died late 2012 after being bedridden for about three years with arthritis. Investigators said her husband and their three children were supposed to be taking care of the 65-year-old at the family's home. Instead, she suffered such severe neglect, she developed sores down to her bone, along with other gruesome issues.

8.         IOWA (Spencer), Spencer Daily Reporter, June 25, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Day sheds light on prevalent issue
http://www.spencerdailyreporter.com/story/1980763.html
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, recognized on June 15, was started to raise awareness of this growing - and often underreported - issue. While Iowa has a law against dependent adult abuse, there is no law specific to elder abuse.

9.         MICHIGAN (Flint), M Live, June 25, 2013
Flint man arraigned on charges of first degree elder abuse of partially blind mother diagnosed with dementia
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2013/06/flint_man_arraigned_on_charges.html
A 47-year-old Flint man has been arraigned on charges of first-degree vulnerable adult abuse of his 67-year-old mother after authorities dispatched to a Flint home said they observed "deplorable" conditions inside the home, said Genesee County Sheriff Robert Pickell.

10.       MICHIGAN (Flint), WNEM, June 25, 2013
Son accused in mother’s elder abuse case
http://www.wnem.com/story/22684198/son-accused-in-mothers-elder-abuse-case
Law enforcement officials in one local county say one man has been charged with elder abuse after his mother was found living in a house without running water that was full of animal feces and garbage.

11.       MINNESOTA (Austin), Post Bulletin, June 27, 2013
Austin pastor accused of bilking $40K from woman with dementia
http://www.postbulletin.com/news/crime/austin-pastor-accused-of-bilking-k-from-woman-with-dementia/article_d03ad24b-ae9e-544f-8f05-6dbcf8284210.html
An Austin pastor faces five felony charges after allegedly bilking an 82-year-old woman with dementia out of more than $40,000. According to the court complaint, the suspect was appointed the woman's power of attorney on July 27, 2010. Authorities reviewed "voluminous documentation" during the investigation and found a number of questionable transactions.

12.       MINNESOTA (Moorhead), Inforum, June 24, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Summit set Wednesday
http://www.inforum.com/event/article/id/404184/group/News/
The annual Clay County Elder Abuse Awareness Day Summit took place from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday here at the Hjemkomst Center. The morning session will include presentations by Hubert “Skip” Humphrey, assistant director of the Office of Older Americans, on financial exploitation of elders, and Matt Greenley, assistant U.S. attorney, on investigation and prosecution of Medicare fraud.

13.       MISSISSIPPI (Petal), WJTV, June 27, 2013
Petal Woman Arrested In Vulnerable Adult Exploitation Case
http://www.wjtv.com/story/22707499/petal-woman-arrested-in-vulnerable-adult-exploitation-case
A Petal woman has been arrested and charged with one count of exploitation of a vulnerable adult, announced Attorney General Jim Hood today. The suspect, 70, was arrested Tuesday, June 26, by the Forrest County Sheriff's Office on a capias issued by the Forrest County Grand Jury. Attorney General's investigators with the Vulnerable Adult Unit presented the case to the Grand Jury alleging that the suspect signed papers naming herself to have Power of Attorney over the affairs of an elderly woman who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, and subsequently took money that was intended for the victim.

14.       TEXAS (Waxahachie), Law Firm Newswire, June 25, 2013
Texas Seniors at Risk from Internet Scams and Other Financial Elder Abuse
http://www.lawfirmnewswire.com/2013/06/texas-seniors-at-risk-from-internet-scams-and-other-financial-elder-abuse/
Seniors in Texas are at high risk from Internet scams and financial elder abuse. According to the FBI’s 2012 Internet Crime Report, Texas ranked third in the nation in the number of complaints received about Internet fraud. This type of scam is just one way that thieves can take advantage of seniors. Older people are also at risk for in-person and telephone scams and for theft and fraud by caregivers and other service providers.

15.       UTAH (Salt Lake City), ABC 4, June 24, 2013
Man Arrested for Abuse of Disabled Wife
http://www.abc4.com/content/news/top_stories/story/Man-arrested-for-abuse-of-disabled-wife/tGpks_M9zEa1NVjTHmLSlw.cspx
Police are investigating what they regard as one of the worst cases of elder abuses encountered. A woman with M.S. is currently in the hospital while her husband is facing charges of elderly abuse and neglect. Prosecutors claim he refuses to let his grown up children visit their mother.

16.       VIRGINIA (Richmond), NBC 29, June 25, 2013
Law Criminalizes Financial Exploitation of Incapacitated Adults
http://www.nbc29.com/story/22685795/law-criminalizes-financial-exploitation-of-incapacitated-adults
There are close to 1,000 cases of financial exploitation of adults in Virginia every year, according to Adult Protective Services. Now, a new law could help curb that number. It establishes a criminal penalty for taking advantage of mentally incapacitated adults. The law is one of more than 800 set to take effect Monday, July 1. It makes any attempt to financially exploit a mentally incapacitated adult a crime, and one Albemarle County woman says it's about time.

17.       WASHINGTON (Auburn), Seattle Pi, June 27, 2013
Police: Maggots may have kept rotting Auburn woman alive
http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Police-Maggots-may-have-kept-rotting-Auburn-4624559.php
An Auburn, Washington, woman accused of doing nothing while maggots gnawed at her elderly mother now faces a felony elder-abuse charge. “The maggots may have helped keep (the woman) alive due to the fact that they were eating the rotting skin that was infected and helping to slow the infection,” King County Sheriff's Det. Marylisa Priebe-Olson said in court papers, recounting a statement from a paramedic.

18.       WASHINGTON (Auburn), Q13Fox, June 27, 2013
Maggots may have kept neglected, obese woman alive
http://q13fox.com/2013/06/27/maggots-may-have-kept-neglected-obese-woman-alive/#axzz2XTAp9oMb
Hundreds of maggots eating away at an obese elderly woman’s dead skin may have kept her alive, slowing an infection allegedly coming after days of neglect from her caretaker. According to court documents, the 70-year-old woman’s daughter faces felony elder-abuse charges after King County sheriff’s deputies found the elder woman stuck to the bedding in her home, with maggots eating at an open wound and bed sheets “soiled with the byproducts of injury and covered in bugs.”

19.       WASHINGTON, D.C., Washington Informer, June 26, 2013 (Opinion)
EDITORIAL: Elder Abuse
http://washingtoninformer.com/news/2013/jun/26/editorial-elder-abuse/
Last month, Ward 8 Council member Marion Barry introduced legislation which punishes those who steal from and abuse senior citizens with fines, jail time and restitution. And recently, 39 ministers sent a letter to Council member Tommy Wells (D-Ward 6), urging him to schedule a hearing. He relented and the hearing is set for July 8 at 11:30 a.m., at the John A. Wilson Building in Northwest.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Bracebridge, Canada), Cottage Country Now, June 26, 2013
Pick a power of attorney you trust advises local lawyer
http://www.cottagecountrynow.ca/news-story/3858544-pick-a-power-of-attorney-you-trust-advises-local-lawyer/
June 15 was Elder Abuse Awareness Day. All over the world events were held to raise awareness and encourage change. The Muskoka Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the Wellness Initiative for Seniors Engaged held an open house at McVittie Place in Bracebridge.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (Estevan, Canada), Estevan Mercury, June 26, 2013
Family “disgusted” by Estevan Regional Nursing Home Report
http://www.estevanmercury.ca/article/20130626/ESTMERCURY0101/130629929/-1/ESTMERCURY/family-disgusted-by-estevan-regional-nursing-home-report
The family whose complaints led to an investigation into the Estevan Regional Nursing Home say they are disgusted by the final report into the matter. In an interview with The Mercury on June 20, family spokeswoman Maggie Dupuis said the document they received from the Sun Country Health Region had all recommendations made by the independent third party investigator redacted from it. She also felt the remainder of the report focused on smaller matters and did not look at the bigger issues they have been trying to raise with Sun Country.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (Richmond, Canada), Richmond-News, June 27, 2013
Richmond volunteers get federal elder abuse cash
http://www.richmond-news.com/news/Richmond+volunteers+federal+elder+abuse+cash/8589532/story.html
MP Alice Wong made her way to Richmond Wednesday morning to announce funding for Volunteer Richmond Information Services (VRIS). The organization received close to $25,000 to develop new information material to raise awareness of elder abuse, including power of attorney rights and responsibilities.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (Vancouver, Canada), Royal City Record, June 26, 2013
Dealing with a new, and rising, problem
http://www.royalcityrecord.com/news/Dealing+with+rising+problem/8579838/story.html
The New Westminster Police department's "innovative" work on elder abuse cases was recently recognized by Simon Fraser University's gerontology research centre and in a city with more than 8,000 residents aged 65 and over, and climbing, according to Statistics Canada, awareness for this type of abuse couldn't have come at a better time, said Andrea Wright, community counsellor for the department's domestic violence response team.

24.       INTERNATIONAL (Wellington, New Zealand), The New Zealand Herald, June 27, 2013
The grim truth about elder abuse
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10891632
In the '70s it may have been flippantly referred to as "granny bashing" but these days the acceptable term is "elder abuse". According to the Ministry of Social Development's "Elder abuse and/or neglect" literature review, "Elder abuse or neglect can be either an act of commission, in which case it is abusive, or an act of omission, in which case it is neglectful, and may be either intentional or unintentional."

25.       INTERNATIONAL (Wellington, New Zealand), 3News, June 25, 2013
Elderly Kiwis victims of mail fraud
http://www.3news.co.nz/Elderly-Kiwis-victims-of-mail-fraud/tabid/423/articleID/302720/Default.aspx
Thousands of pensioners are scammed out of millions of dollars through fake lotteries each year. Experts say it's a huge problem amongst the elderly, but hard to quantify because it's what they call a "silent scam". In other words, many pensioners are afraid or embarrassed to admit to their families they've been ripped off. Of $4 million lost in scams each year, it's thought about 60 percent of victims are elderly.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         VERMONT (Montpelier), Vermont Digger, June 26, 2013
Protective Services probe into Shumlin-Dodge affair might never be disclosed
http://vtdigger.org/2013/06/26/protective-services-probe-into-shumlin-dodge-affair-might-never-be-disclosed/
Gov. Peter Shumlin might be under investigation by the state’s Adult Protective Services program, but the contents of that investigation may never come to light. The issue at hand is whether Shumlin exploited his neighbor, Jeremy Dodge, and whether Dodge is a vulnerable adult, as defined in state statute.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (Costa del Sol), Daily Mail, June 27, 2013
First picture of the tragic mother and disabled daughter who were 'shot dead by her husband in Costa del Sol home before he turned the gun on himself'
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2349484/First-picture-tragic-mother-disabled-daughter-shot-dead-husband-Costa-del-Sol-home-turned-gun-himself.html
The full tragedy behind the horror of an expat father who shot dead his wife and daughter before turning the gun on himself emerged yesterday. Friends told how Philip Wood was ‘pushed beyond desperation’ after his wife was left wheelchair-bound with a terminal illness and they were unable to cope with caring for their brain-damaged daughter.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (Grimsby, United Kingdom), This is Grimsby, June 27, 2013
KEEP OFF: Thieves slammed for nicking disabled man’s washing off line!
http://www.thisisgrimsby.co.uk/Disabled-man-upset-clothes-theft/story-19406791-detail/story.html#axzz2XTFzFyNC
A DISABLED man has condemned thieves who stole his washing – some of which had sentimental value. Nigel Dunwell, of Hamilton Street, Cleethorpes, hung his white wash out to dry on Tuesday afternoon. However, when Nigel – who suffers with Marfan Syndrome and is registered disabled – went to take it in the following morning, he discovered an Adidas jacket and a T-shirt had gone.

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• July 1, 2013
• Applications for the Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation, administered by the Drucker Institute at Claremont Graduate University, with support from the Coca-Cola Foundation. The $100,000 prize will honor a nonprofit organization that best demonstrates Mr. Drucker’s definition of innovation: “change that creates a new dimension of performance.” Organizations classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or sponsored by such a group may apply.
• Additional information is available on the school’s website.
• Contact: Jamie Jones, Claremont Graduate University, Drucker Institute, 1021 North Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, California, 91711. (909) 607-9212; award@druckerinstitute.com; www.druckerinstitute.com/what-we-do/nonprofit-innovation-award
• July 1, 2013
• The Land O’ Lakes Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Community Grants program for projects that focus on hunger, youths and education, civic improvements, and arts and culture in rural communities. Typically, the foundation funds national programs and programs in the following twenty states: Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Grants are restricted to organizations that have been granted tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This year’s application deadlines are April 1 for education proposals; July 1 for hunger/food related proposals; and October 1 for all other proposals.
• Additional information is available on the foundation’s website.
• Contact: Land O’ Lakes Foundation, P.O. Box 64101, St. Paul, MN, 55164; (800) 328-9680; http://www.landolakesinc.com/company/corporateresponsibility/foundation/communitygrants/eligibility/default.aspx
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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NCEA Newsfeed – Monday, June 24, 2013

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

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, The Enumclaw Courier-Herald, June 24, 2013
Elder abuse and exploitation: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging
http://www.courierherald.com/business/212690331.html
Millions of older Americans are living in nursing homes or assisted living facilities and roughly seven percent of complaints on long-term care residences involve abuse, neglect or exploitation—according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging. Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington and the Washington State Attorney General offer insight on identifying the warning signs of elder abuse and selecting care facilities.

2.         CALIFORNIA (Aliso Viejo), Aliso Viejo Patch, June 21, 2013
Caregiver Pleads Not Guilty to Elder Sex Abuse
http://alisoviejo.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/caregiver-pleads-not-guilty-to-elder-sex-abuse
An Aliso Viejo caregiver accused of elder abuse and sexual battery says he's not guilty of the felony. The suspect, 62, is due back in court Wednesday. He was arrested Monday after a 66-year-old Laguna Woods client told the Orange County Sheriff's Department she had been abused by the man over the past six months.

3.         KANSAS (Topeka), The Topeka Capital-Journal, June 23, 2013
BBB: Elder abuse can come in form of scams
http://cjonline.com/news/2013-06-23/bbb-elder-abuse-can-come-form-scams
The Better Business Bureau warns Kansas seniors and their loved ones of common scams that have targeted older adults.

4.         KENTUCKY (Frankfort), Courier Press, June 22, 2013
LETTER: IF you suspect elder abuse, please report it
http://www.courierpress.com/news/2013/jun/22/letter-if-you-suspect-elder-abuse-please-report-it/
Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway asks Kentuckians to join him in raising awareness of elder abuse, and shares some red flags to look for.

5.         MINNESOTA (St. Paul), Star Tribune, June 23, 2013
In Minnesota, death not a barrier to elder scam suits
http://www.startribune.com/local/west/212701841.html
It was an old-fashioned swindle of a vulnerable adult with a new twist: Although the victim, who suffered from dementia, died 17 months ago, a new law will enable his family to seek restitution. Unlike the other estimated 30,000 exploitation cases reported each year in Minnesota involving vulnerable seniors, this is expected to be the first to test a groundbreaking state law sponsored by a legislator who is now the prosecutor in this case.

6.         NEW YORK (New York City), The Street, June 24, 2013
Elder Fraud Epidemic: How Banks Are Failing Seniors
http://www.thestreet.com/story/11959792/1/elder-fraud-epidemic-how-banks-are-failing-seniors.html?cm_ven=GOOGLEN
Elderly Americans have money. Their numbers grow daily. In some cases their mental capacities are diminishing. "It a horrible perfect storm for scams," said lawyer Steve Weisman, who teaches elder planning at Bentley University in Waltham, Mass. "The elderly are 12% of the population and 30% of the scam victims." "It's bank employees, caregivers, in many cases it is family members who are stealing from the elderly," said Tod Burke, a professor of criminal justice at Radford University in Virginia.

7.         NEW YORK (Town of North Hempstead), Port Washington Patch, June 21, 2013
Town’s ‘Preventing Financial Elder Abuse’ Seminar Held Recently
http://portwashington.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/towns-preventing-financial-elder-abuse-seminar-held-recently
The Town of North Hempstead’s “aging in place” initiative, Project Independence, recently joined with local organizations and county agencies to host a seminar designed to help seniors protect themselves against financial abuse. Held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock, the June 14 seminar, “Empowering Seniors to Prevent Financial Elder Abuse,” attracted more than 100 people. It was co-hosted by the Ryan Janowsky Wealth Management Group of the financial services firm Janney Montgomery Scott LLC.

8.         NORTH DAKOTA (Grand Forks), Jamestown Sun, June 24, 2013
UND staff putting spotlight on elder abuse
http://www.jamestownsun.com/event/article/id/189407/group/News/
Twenty purple people constructed from cardboard stand guard around Grand Forks. The text on their chests recounts incidents that often remain private and the frequency of which researchers have yet to quantify. A grandfather verbally abused by his grandson. A grandmother slapped by her daughter. The University of North Dakota aims to bring much-needed attention to the hidden issue of elder abuse.

9.         OHIO (Marion County), Marion Star, June 24, 2013
Study: Elder abuse more prevalent than statistics show
http://www.marionstar.com/article/20130622/NEWS01/306220042/Elder-abuse
Elder abuse, be it exploitation, physical, emotional, sexual or neglect, happens more often than statistics show, a longtime social worker, educator and consultant said. Bede Agner, director for the Marion County Council on Aging, said she wants the public to be aware of abuse of the elderly “and of the resources available to bring to those types of situations so folks know what resources are there to help.”

10.       VIRGINIA (Augusta County), Augusta Free Press, June 21, 2013
Local Council Meets June 20
http://augustafreepress.com/local-council-meets-june-20/
The Staunton Senior Center Local Council met June 20 to discuss member attendance, the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day ribbon distribution, and the VPAS budget. The proposed budget will be reviewed at the next meeting July 11 – the upcoming CDSME program, a proposal to become part of the ‘Adopt-a-Street’ program and the fall dance.

11.       INTERNATIONAL (Adelaide, Australia), World News Australia, June 24, 2013
Silent crime wave targets older Australians
http://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/1781596/Silent-crime-wave-targets-older-Australians
As Australia's aged population grows, so too does crime against them. Elder abuse is estimated to affect as many as one in ten seniors. A national conference in Adelaide is urging tougher policies and new laws to tackle what's often a silent crime wave.

12.       INTERNATIONAL (Muharraq, Bahrain), Bahrain News Agency, June 21, 2013
NIHR Delegation Visits Muharraq Social Welfare Centre
http://www.bna.bh/portal/en/news/566702
A delegation from the National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR) paid a visit to Muharraq Social Welfare Centre to get informed about the type of services provided for the elderly. The visit coincides with the UN celebrations of the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

13.       INTERNATIONAL (Bangalore, India), New Indian Express, June 24, 2013
35 percent elders in tier I, 39 percent in tier II cities face daily abuse, finds survey
http://newindianexpress.com/states/karnataka/35-percent-elders-in-tier-I-39-percent-in-tier-II-cities-face-daily-abuse-finds-survey/2013/06/24/article1650138.ece
A 2013 survey by non-governmental organisation Help Age India in 24 cities across India shows daily abuse of 35 per cent of elders in tier-I cities, which worsens to 39 per cent in smaller tier-II cities. These, however, are just the cases that are reported. A shocking 16.19 per cent of those surveyed in Bikaner and 13.67 per cent in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam said they had been slapped and beaten mercilessly, but almost all of them had not reported it to anyone.

14.       INTERNATIONAL (Rome, Italy), Zee News, June 22, 2013
Dogs kill disabled 83-year-old woman in Italy
http://zeenews.india.com/news/world/dogs-kill-disabled-83-year-old-woman-in-italy_856799.html
Police have arrested an 83-year-old disabled woman's daughter and her partner after two dogs allegedly mauled the bed-ridden woman to death at her home in northern Italy.

15.       INTERNATIONAL (Wellington, New Zealand), Voxy, June 24, 2013
Financial elder abuse offenders ‘not just the young’
http://www.voxy.co.nz/national/financial-elder-abuse-offenders-not-just-young/5/159278
Stealing money from mum or dad is not just limited to younger people with little or no money, according to Age Concern New Zealand. Age Concern New Zealand chief executive Ann Martin said the case proved financial elder abuse could be caused by people who were already well off, as well as the fact they could be older people themselves.

16.       INTERNATIONAL (Madrid, Spain), Sacramento Bee, June 21, 2013
Spain: ex-nursing home worker jailed for murder
http://www.sacbee.com/2013/06/21/5514186/spain-ex-nursing-home-worker-jailed.html
A Spanish court has sentenced a former nursing home worker to prison after a jury found him guilty of murdering 11 elderly residents by forcing them to drink toxic liquids such as bleach. The northeastern regional court of Girona has sentenced Joan Vila to a total of 127 years and six months in prison, although the time to be served will be reduced to 30 years in accordance to Spanish law.

17.       INTERNATIONAL (Leytonstone, United Kingdom), This is Local London, June 21, 2013
Abusive Whipps Cross health carer who beat elderly dementia patients found guilty
http://www.thisislocallondon.co.uk/news/10500126.Abusive_Whipps_Cross_health_carer_who_beat_elderly_dementia_patients_found_guilty/
Three abusive health care assistants who beat and taunted elderly dementia patients at Whipps Cross Hospital are facing jail. They were found guilty yesterday of seven charges of neglecting the women in their care.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Ordsall, United Kingdom), Manchester Evening News, June 24, 2013
Disabled man robbed in his own home in Salford
http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/disabled-man-robbed-home-salford-4706465
Police are hunting a robber after he tipped a disabled man out of his wheelchair in his Salford home. The incident 3.05pm and 3.25pm on Sunday, June 23 at Mount Carmel Court in Ordsall. The offender climbed over the secure fencing at the back of the sheltered accommodation and entered the rear car park. He was let in by the victim, who is a vulnerable 60-year-old disabled man and is confined to a wheelchair.

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         NEW MEXICO (Silver City), Albuquerque Journal, June 23, 2013
Suit: Disabled women kept in ‘servitude’
http://www.abqjournal.com/main/213608/news/suit-disabled.html
For more than 30 years, two developmentally disabled women lived in relative obscurity at the Silver City area home of Mary Evans, after their discharge from a state institution. According to Evans’ daughter-in-law, no one from the state offered to help. There were no attorneys or advocates asking questions. Now the developmentally disabled women are senior citizens — Josie, who is in her 80s, still lives at the Evans compound in Grant County; and 66-year-old A.M., who no longer lives there and, through a guardian, is suing the state of New Mexico over her treatment under Evans’ care.

2.         PENNSYLVANIA (Lackawanna County), Standard Speaker, June 23, 2013
Disabled man who died was in 18-to-59 care gap
http://standardspeaker.com/news/disabled-man-who-died-was-in-18-to-59-care-gap-1.1509562
Robert Gensiak, a 32-year-old Taylor man with Down syndrome and dependent on his family for care, died March 20 at Regional Hospital in Scranton of a massive infection brought on by the failure of his family to treat Norwegian scabies. The disease severely broke down his skin and left it ulcerated and cracked, law enforcement authorities said. He weighed 69 pounds when he died.

3.         INTERNATIONAL (Nettleham, United Kingdom), This Is Lincolnshire, June 24, 2013
Disabled police worker assaulted in police station
http://www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk/Disabled-police-worker-assaulted-police-station/story-19376123-detail/story.html#axzz2XBdvnMa0
A disabled member of police staff has been assaulted in a Nettleham police office. A man allegedly entered the police box in Scothern Road and tipped over the wheelchair of a female worker with his foot, causing her to fall backwards out of the chair.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Clovis), The Fresno Bee, June 22, 2013
Update: Missing Clovis woman with dementia is found
http://www.fresnobee.com/2013/06/22/3356182/clovis-police-seeking-woman-with.html
Clovis police report the missing 81-year-old woman with dementia has been found. She was reported missing by her family when she walked away from her granddaughter’s house Saturday morning.

2.         FLORIDA (Osceola), Orlando Sentinel, June 24, 2013
Disabled man missing from Osceola home
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/breakingnews/os-disabled-man-missing-osceola-20130624,0,7158322.story
A disabled adult has been missing since early Sunday from his Kissimmee home, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office. Detectives seek the public's help in finding Adam Ross Smith, 22, who was last seen late Saturday at his family's home on Old Tampa Highway, according to sheriff's spokeswoman Twis Lizasuain.

3.         FLORIDA (Rockledge), CF News 13, June 23, 2013
Elderly missing Rockledge man found safe
http://www.cfnews13.com/content/news/cfnews13/news/article.html/content/news/articles/cfn/2013/6/23/elderly_man_with_dem.html
The Rockledge Police Department has located a missing 86-year-old man, who suffers from dementia. A family member reported him missing, and claimed that the man had gone missing before.

4.         INTERNATIONAL (New Delhi, India), Times of India, June 23, 2013
Experts debate GPS tracking of dementia patients
http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-23/science/40146802_1_dementia-patients-gps-trackers-uk
Last week, Times of India had reported the tragic death of Manohar Lal Sharma, 77, a dementia patient who left his Delhi home on May 30 and was found dead elsewhere in the city five days later. He couldn't find his way back home and apparently died of hunger, thirst and dehydration. It is because of incidents like these, say experts, that the possibility of electronically tracking dementia patients is being increasingly considered.

5.         INTERNATIONAL (Oldham, United Kingdom), Manchester Evening News, June 22, 2013
Man suffering from dementia missing from home in Oldham
http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/man-suffering-dementia-missing-home-4699436
Police are appealing for help from the public in tracing a dementia sufferer missing from home in Oldham. Raymond Dailey, 79, was last seen as he dropped his daughter off in Manchester city centre at 12pm yesterday (Fri).

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• July 1, 2013
• Applications for the Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation, administered by the Drucker Institute at Claremont Graduate University, with support from the Coca-Cola Foundation. The $100,000 prize will honor a nonprofit organization that best demonstrates Mr. Drucker’s definition of innovation: “change that creates a new dimension of performance.” Organizations classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or sponsored by such a group may apply.
• Additional information is available on the school’s website.
• Contact: Jamie Jones, Claremont Graduate University, Drucker Institute, 1021 North Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, California, 91711. (909) 607-9212; award@druckerinstitute.com; www.druckerinstitute.com/what-we-do/nonprofit-innovation-award
• July 1, 2013
• The Land O’ Lakes Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Community Grants program for projects that focus on hunger, youths and education, civic improvements, and arts and culture in rural communities. Typically, the foundation funds national programs and programs in the following twenty states: Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Grants are restricted to organizations that have been granted tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This year’s application deadlines are April 1 for education proposals; July 1 for hunger/food related proposals; and October 1 for all other proposals.
• Additional information is available on the foundation’s website.
• Contact: Land O’ Lakes Foundation, P.O. Box 64101, St. Paul, MN, 55164; (800) 328-9680; http://www.landolakesinc.com/company/corporateresponsibility/foundation/communitygrants/eligibility/default.aspx
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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NCEA Newsfeed – Friday, June 21, 2013

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ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Bank Credit News, June 14, 2013
CFPB announces new program to stop elder financial exploitation
http://bankcreditnews.com/news/cfpb-announces-new-program-to-stop-elder-financial-exploitation/10931/
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau launched a new financial education resource this week aimed at aiding seniors and their families in preventing the growing crime of elder financial exploitation.

2.         NATIONAL, Cleveland.com, June 20, 2013
Free guide helps you spot financial exploitation of elderly
http://www.cleveland.com/consumeraffairs/index.ssf/2013/06/free_guide_helps_you_spot_fina.html
Organizations that work with senior citizens should take a look at "Money Smart for Older Adults," a new resource for helping the elderly avoid financial exploitation. Two government agencies, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, teamed up to create the instructor-led course, available free online.

3.         NATIONAL, Consumer Affairs, June 17, 2013
Senior advocates promoting more ways to prevent financial abuse
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/senior-advocates-promoting-more-ways-to-prevent-financial-abuse-061713.html
To help seniors guard against this danger the federal government – in a joint effort by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – has produced a new tool to help prevent financial exploitation.

4.         NATIONAL, Monthly Prescribing Reference, June 21, 2013
ACOG Recommends Screening Women for Elder Abuse
http://www.empr.com/acog-recommends-screening-women-for-elder-abuse/article/299771/#
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Health Care for Underserved Women reviewed published literature and recommendations regarding the prevalence and identification of abuse in women, particularly in older women.

5.         ALABAMA (Gadsden), CBS 42, June 19, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Day summit held in Gadsden
http://www.cbs42.com/2013/06/19/elder-abuse-awareness-day-summit-held-in-gadsden/
Elder abuse by family members was a hot topic at Wednesday’s Elder Abuse Awareness Day summit in Gadsden. Different organizations took part in the event, passing out resources and teaching safety measures. Along with aid on financial protection, tips were also given on coping with hearing and vision loss, medical fraud and assisted living options.

6.         ALASKA (Anchorage), Delta News Web, June 21, 2013
Elder Abuse and Exploitation
http://news.deltanewsweb.com/news/2013/06/21/elder-abuse-and-exploitation/
Better Business Bureau serving Alaska, Oregon and Western Washington offers insight on identifying warning signs of elder abuse and selecting care facilities.

7.         ALASKA (Klawock), Capital City Weekly, June 19, 2013
Area Elders learn about financial fraud
http://www.capitalcityweekly.com/stories/061913/new_1151123529.shtml
Craig Tribal Association recently hosted 28 elders from Klawock, Hydaburg and Craig for lunch during the Elder Financial Fraud Prevention workshop held June 5 at the Klawock Senior Center. A 90 minute workshop was co-facilitated by Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority and First Bank and Southeast Senior Services provided van transportation for elders from Hydaburg.

8.         CALIFORNIA (Aliso Viejo), ABS-CBN News, June 20, 2013
Filipino caregiver nabbed for sexual assault in US
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/global-filipino/06/20/13/filipino-caregiver-nabbed-sexual-assault-us
An Aliso Viejo resident, 62, has been arrested and is being held on $100,000 bail on charges of sexual assault and elder abuse. OC Weekly reported that the suspect’s 69-year-old female client told law enforcement that she was being sexually abused, and the suspect admitted to the abuse. Orange County prison records show that the suspect had a court appearance scheduled for Thursday.

9.         CALIFORNIA (Aliso Viejo), KTLA, June 19, 2013
O.C. Caregiver Arrested for Alleged Elder Sexual Abuse
http://ktla.com/2013/06/19/o-c-caregiver-arrested-for-alleged-elder-sexual-abuse/#axzz2Wty4aDL3
Authorities in Orange County on Wednesday were asking for help identifying possible additional victims of a caregiver arrested for alleged elder abuse and sexual battery. A 66-year-old woman reported that the suspect had been sexually abusing her for the past six months, according to a department news release.

10.       CALIFORNIA (Aliso Viejo), Southwest Riverside News Network, June 19, 2013
Aliso Viejo: Man accused of sexually abusing elderly woman charged
http://www.swrnn.com/2013/06/19/aliso-viejo-man-accused-of-sexually-abusing-elderly-woman-charged/
A felony charge was filed today against a caregiver suspected of “elder sexual abuse,” and authorities urged other possible victims to contact them. The suspect was scheduled to be arraigned on one count of felony sexual penetration by foreign object and force.

11.       CALIFORNIA (Merced), All Voices, June 20, 2013
Merced woman jailed for elder abuse, theft
http://www.allvoices.com/contributed-news/14840853-merced-woman-jailed-for-elder-abuse-theft
A Merced woman was taken into custody on suspicion of elder abuse and theft by false pretense, the Merced Police Department announced Thursday in an emailed news release.

12.       CALIFORNIA (Merced), Merced Sun Star, June 20, 2013
Merced woman held in elder abuse scam cases
http://www.mercedsunstar.com/2013/06/20/3077171/woman-tried-scamming-at-least.html
A Merced woman has been arrested on suspicion of elder abuse and theft. She is accused of trying to scam at least four elderly people out of money, police reported Thursday.

13.       CALIFORNIA (San Diego), California Report, June 21, 2013
A Cautionary Tale of Financial Fraud, the Fastest-Growing Form of Elder Abuse
http://www.californiareport.org/archive/R201306211630/c
This article outlines one family’s heartbreaking story of a common scam targeting seniors in California.

14.       CALIFORNIA (Signal Hill), Signal Tribune Newspaper, June 21, 2013
Officials warn seniors to guard financial, personal information from scam artists
http://www.signaltribunenewspaper.com/?p=19985
Identity theft and elder financial abuse are on the rise, and these days seniors need to be cautious about giving anyone their personal or financial information by phone, mail or email, said local officials during the Senior Scam-Prevention Seminar on Friday, June 14 at the El Dorado Park Community Center.

15.       GEORGIA (Marietta), The Marietta Daily Journal, June 20, 2013
Woman faces elder abuse charges
http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story/22947477/article-Woman-faces-elder-abuse-charges
Mableton woman faces charges after reportedly abusing two elderly people who live in her home. The suspect is accused of grabbing an elderly man’s forearm so tightly as to cause bruising. She is also accused of kicking an elderly woman’s stomach during an argument, according to the arrest warrant.

16.       ILLINOIS (Springfield), East Peoria Times Courier, June 18, 2013
Department brings awareness to elder abuse
http://www.eastpeoriatimescourier.com/article/20130617/NEWS/130619704/1001/NEWS#axzz2Wu25GPu1
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Illinois Department on Aging Director John K. Holton encouraged people to report suspected cases. Research shows that elder abuse is one of the biggest issues facing older adults. The national observance attempts to shine a light on the problem of physical, emotional, and financial abuse of elders.

17.       IOWA (Des Moines), Des Moines Register, June 21, 2013
$15,000 in stamps stolen from 88-year-old Des Moines man
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20130621/NEWS01/306210044/1024/POLL-RESULTS/?odyssey=nav%7Chead
An 88-year-old Des Moines man told police that a man he allowed to stay at his home stole his $15,000 stamp collection and persuaded him to write checks totaling nearly $50,000.

18.       KANSAS (Great Bend), Great Bend Tribune, June 21, 2013
Elder abuse can come in form of scams
http://www.gbtribune.com/section/55/article/55124/
With the gradual loss of the physical health they enjoyed when young, sometimes accompanied by mental health issues as well, elderly Americans are keenly aware of their heightened vulnerability. One way they may be able to guard themselves against the schemes of various scammers is by education, said Robbie Namee, trade practice specialist with the Kansas Plains Better Business Burerau based in Wichita. 

19.       MINNESOTA (St. Louis County), HibbingMN.com, June 20, 2013
MDH investigates financial exploitation complaint
http://www.hibbingmn.com/news/local/article_4e1abeac-d950-11e2-a7e3-001a4bcf887a.html
An investigation by the Minnesota Department of Health’s (MDH) Office of Health Facility Complaints (OHFC) has substantiated an allegation of financial exploitation by a Fairview HealthLine HomeCare home health aide.

20.       MISSOURI (Douglas County), Ozarks First, June 19, 2013
Man Accused of Elder Abuse in Douglas County
http://ozarksfirst.com/fulltext?nxd_id=823862
Douglas County deputies arrested a man in connection with an alleged case of elder abuse.  The suspect is accused of hitting his elderly father in the eye in a dispute over the television.

21.       NEBRASKA (North Platte), North Platte Telegraph, June 21, 2013
Elder abuse often unreported
http://www.nptelegraph.com/news/elder-abuse-often-unreported/article_8a3c8175-2618-54b8-b688-a12bef81bbdc.html
June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month and the North Platte Rape and Domestic Abuse program wants to get the word out on this often unreported abuse that happens among those who are age 60 or older. Victims of elder abuse have taken refuge at the RDAP shelter, said RDAP community educator Mahaila Botts.

22.       NEW YORK (Brooklyn), Brooklyn Eagle, June 21, 2013
Efforts are in play to protect Brooklyn seniors
http://www.brooklyneagle.com/articles/efforts-are-play-protect-brooklyn-seniors-2013-06-18-200000
Federal and New York state authorities have reached a $1 million settlement with a Brooklyn agency that used untrained health aides to care for elderly and disabled clients.

23.       NEW YORK (Manhattan), CBS, June 20, 2013
Brooke Astor’s Son Anthony Marshall Given One-Day Reprieve
http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/06/20/brooke-astors-son-anthony-marshall-given-one-day-reprieve/
The day of reckoning for late socialite Brooke Astor’s son has been pushed off yet again. The appellate division granted Anthony Marshall, 89, a last-minute stay, which has kept him out of prison for at least another day. Judge A. Kirke Bartley denied Marshall’s motion for a new trial and ordered that the 89-year-old appear before him on Friday afternoon to surrender and begin serving his time.

24.       NEW YORK (Manhattan), New York Times, June 17, 2013
As Prison Term Nears, Lawyers for Astor’s Son Fight On
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/06/18/nyregion/as-prison-term-nears-lawyers-for-astors-son-fight-on.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0
With a scheduled day of surrender to serve a prison sentence bearing down, lawyers for Anthony D. Marshall, the son of the society doyenne Brooke Astor, have unleashed a flurry of legal efforts to keep their aging client out of prison at least a little longer. Mr. Marshall’s lawyers filed a motion on Friday revisiting an allegation that a juror felt threatened into voting guilty during the 2009 trial in which Mr. Marshall and Francis X. Morrissey Jr., an Astor family lawyer, were convicted of stealing millions of dollars from Mrs. Astor, who died in 2007.

25.       NEW YORK (Manhattan), New York Post, June 18, 2013 (Opinion)
Judge, tell Astor son: Scion-ara!
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/judge_tell_astor_son_scion_ara_TkssVN6BJ9kK7KTxjcLnHO
A columnist implores the judge of the Brooke Astor financial exploitation case to send the late Ms. Astor’s son to jail, despite the defense claiming that one juror was bullied into a “guilty” vote by other jurors. The defense also claims that the 89-year-old son is now too frail for prison. Marshall, 89, was convicted in 2009 of stealing from his philanthropist mom, forcing his mother to spend her final days in squalor.

26.       NEW YORK (Manhattan), Wall Street Journal Metropolis, June 21, 2013
After Years of Legal Drama, Astor’s Son Heads to Prison
http://blogs.wsj.com/metropolis/2013/06/21/after-years-of-courtroom-drama-astors-son-heads-to-prison/?KEYWORDS=brooke+astor
His sentencing stays finally running out, the 89-year-old son of legendary New York City philanthropist and socialite Brooke Astor was pushed in a wheelchair out of a courtroom Friday to begin serving a one-to-three year term in a federal prison hospital unit. The sentence begins more than 3 ½ years after Anthony Marshall was  convicted of stealing millions of dollars from senile mother and after numerous legal attempts to keep the ailing man free.

27.       NORTH CAROLINA (Brunswick County), WECT, June 19, 2013
Woman in custody a year after arrest warrants issued for financial exploitation
http://www.wect.com/story/22632489/woman-in-custody-a-year-after-arrest-warrants-issued-for
The fifth, and final, woman accused of stealing more than $260,000 from a Leland man's checking account is finally in custody – nearly a year after arrest warrants were issued.

28.       OREGON (St. Clair County), The Times Herald, June 19, 2013
Woman in body-dumping case now faces open murder charge
http://www.thetimesherald.com/article/20130619/NEWS01/306190004/Woman-body-dumping-case-now-faces-open-murder-charge?nclick_check=1
An Oregon woman entered court Wednesday for a trial on a misdemeanor charge that would have resulted in about a year of jail time if convicted. She left with new charges that could carry life in prison. The suspect was arrested in March, eight days after her 89-year-old mother was found dead outside Goodwill Industries.

29.       PENNSYLVANIA (Harrisburg), We Are Central PA, June 20, 2013
Prison Term in Elder Abuse Case
http://wearecentralpa.com/fulltext-news?nxd_id=472682
An Altoona woman, who entered a guilty plea in March to neglect of a care-dependent person, was sentenced on Thursday  to 30 days to 24 months, less one day, in the Blair County Prison. The former caregiver let her 80-year-old client sit in his urine and feces during the night shift, and investigators say the man developed wounds on his buttocks, hips, and lower legs due to the severe lack of care.  

30.       PENNSYLVANIA (Newport Township), Citizens Voice, June 20, 2013
Newport Twp. Police investigating elder abuse claim
http://citizensvoice.com/news/newport-twp-police-investigating-elder-abuse-claim-1.1508452
Newport Township police are investigating a report of abuse against a resident at a local nursing home. Police were recently notified about the allegations and have been interviewing employees at Guardian Eldercare Center, 147 Old Newport St., to determine what happened, Newport Township police Chief Jeremy Blank said today. One instance of abuse has been reported, he said.

31.       TENNESSEE (Shelbyville/Bedford County), Times-Gazette, June 19, 2013
Community photos 6/19/13
http://www.t-g.com/gallery/6-19-13
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Shelbyville/Bedford County Senior Citizens Center held a contest for members dressing up with the most creative use of purple.

32.       TEXAS (Austin), Wall Street Journal, June 20, 2013
Addressing Elder Abuse in the Aging Boom
http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20130620-909663.html
Critical to the increased aging population is a rise in elderly abuse. Saturday, June 15(th) marked World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Elder abuse has arguably reached an epidemic level both in the United States and globally. Estimates by National Center on Elder Abuse are that as many as 10 percent of all elders in the United States experience some physical abuse, with over 90 percent of the abuse by family members of the elderly.

33.       TEXAS (Kerrville), Hill County Community Journal, June 21, 2013
Elder Fraud advice
http://hccommunityjournal.com/elder-fraud-advice-p1055-1.htm
Preventing monetary fraud can hinge on an oft-repeated adage, “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” Denise Owens is vice president of the Financial Intelligence Department of Comerica Bank, and her job is investigating and educating customers about fraud. She described herself as “a dog with a bone that never gives up hounding scammers.” Owens presented an hour-long program on “Elder Fraud” at Kerrville’s member bank, Bank of the Hills, last week.

34.       TEXAS (Williamson County), Statesman.com, June 19, 2013
Williamson County: 700 cases of elder abuse, neglect reported in 2012
http://www.statesman.com/news/news/local/williamson-county-700-cases-of-elder-abuse-neglect/nYNqF/
Authorities last year responded to more than 700 cases of elder abuse or neglect in Williamson County, with more than 500 confirmed victims, state officials noted recently.

35.       UTAH (Riverton), Deseret News, June 20, 2013
Police say elderly abuse case is one of worst they’ve seen
http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865581990/Police-say-elderly-abuse-case-is-one-of-worst-theyve-seen.html
Unified police say it's one of the worst cases of physical abuse and neglect of a vulnerable adult that they've ever seen. On Tuesday, an arrest warrant was issued for a 51-year-old suspect, for aggravated abuse of a vulnerable adult, a second-degree felony. Wednesday, he was arrested and booked into the Salt Lake County Jail. The suspect’s wife, 55, is bedridden and suffers from multiple sclerosis. When she was discovered by authorities, she was suffering from sepsis, or severe infection, had open sores, and had feces on her, according to charging documents.

36.       INTERNATIONAL (Bendigo, Australia), Bendigo Advertiser, June 22, 2013
Campaign helps to raise awareness of elder abuse
http://www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au/story/1589602/campaign-helps-to-raise-awareness-of-elder-abuse/?cs=341
Seniors Rights Victoria, Bendigo regional office, wish to acknowledge the overwhelming generosity of support received from local organisations, business and council to achieve successful awareness events held to recognise World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.

37.       INTERNATIONAL (Melbourne, Australia), International Business Times Australia, June 19, 2013
Melbourne Train Attack: Elderly Man Suffers Verbal, Physical Abuse From Two Teen Girls Aboard (VIDEO)
http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/480397/20130619/melbourne-roger-stapleford-train-attack.htm#.UcT4FufnvTo
A 56-year-old man was verbally and physically abused by two young women on a train. The girls were apprehended by police.

38.       INTERNATIONAL (Ipswich, Australia), Ipswich Advertiser, June 20, 2013
Wary of scammers
http://www.ipswichadvertiser.com.au/news/wary-of-scammers/1909714/
increasing reports of elderly people becoming the target of fraud and financial abuse prompted a focus on legal issues at last Friday's Elder Abuse Awareness Day seminar. More than 100 people squeezed into the Coral Sea Room at the Ipswich RSL to get the latest information from local seniors' service providers, including local police and the Ipswich and West Moreton Seniors' Services Network.

39.       INTERNATIONAL (Calgary, Canada), Calgary Herald, June 18, 2013
Seniors can be at risk of losing their home
http://www.calgaryherald.com/life/Seniors+risk+losing+their+homes/8542141/story.html
Between four and 10 per cent of Canadian seniors will be the victim of some form of elder abuse over their lifetimes, a fact which came to the forefront June 15, as we commemmorated World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         IOWA (Spencer), Spencer Daily Reporter, June 18, 2013
Spencer pair charged with dependent adult abuse
http://www.spencerdailyreporter.com/story/1978826.html
A pair of Spencer residents were taken into custody Monday and charged with dependent adult abuse after submitting bills for service that local law enforcement deemed to be "exorbitant" based on the services provided.

2.         MARYLAND (Lochearn), ABC News, June 20, 2013
Man charged for abusing vulnerable adult
http://www.abc2news.com/dpp/news/crime_checker/baltimore_county_crime/man-charged-for-abusing-vulnerable-adult
A Lochearn man is now facing charges assault charges after a December 2012 incident where he allegedly abused a vulnerable adult that was left in his care. The suspect is charged with one misdemeanor county of abuse of a vulnerable adult and one misdemeanor count of assault. The assault charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and/or a maximum fine of $2,500. The abuse charge carries a penalty of up to 5 years in prison and/or a $5,000

3.         MARYLAND (Lochearn), WUSA9, June 20, 2013
Caregiver Faces 15 Years in Prison If Convicted Of Abuse
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/263237/373/Caregiver-Faces-15-Years-In-Prison-If-Convicted-Of-Abuse
Maryland Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler says a caregiver is charged with abusing a vulnerable adult. According to Gansler, a 53-year-old suspect of Lochearn was indicted by the Baltimore County Grand Jury with one misdemeanor count of abuse of a vulnerable adult and one misdemeanor count of assault.

4.         MARYLAND (Owing Mills), WUSA9, June 19, 2013
Solomon Oscar Ankrah Sentenced After Physically Assaulting Vulnerable Adult of a Living Sans Frontieres, Inc Operated Group Home of Owings Mills, MD
http://www.wusa9.com/news/article/263134/189/Baltimore-Man-Sentenced-After-Physically-Assaulting-Vulnerable-Adult
Baltimore Man was sentenced on Wednesday after physically assaulting a vulnerable adult in a group home.

5.         OHIO (Ashland), IOL News, June 19, 2013
Disabled woman ‘treated like a slave’
http://www.iol.co.za/news/world/disabled-woman-treated-like-a-slave-1.1534072#.UcT-8efnvTo
A mentally disabled woman and her child were forced to live in an Ohio basement with snakes and pitbulls, and were treated like slaves for more than two years, US prosecutors said on Tuesday.

6.         OHIO (Ashland), New York Daily News, June 20, 2013
Video shows disabled mom kept as ‘slave’ at Ohio home beating her child
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/disabled-mom-slave-beat-child-video-article-1.1377783
Chilling video has surfaced showing the mentally disabled mom allegedly held captive in an Ohio home beating her daughter, though the woman says her captors blackmailed her into it. Three suspects were arrested Tuesday for allegedly keeping the 29-year-old woman and her 6-year-old daughter as prisoners at their ramshackle Ashland home for more than a year.

7.         PENNSYLVANIA (Lackawanna County), ABC News, June 20, 2013
Police: Disabled Pa. Man Who Died Suffered Neglect
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/cops-disabled-pa-man-died-gruesome-neglect-19440797#.UcT-7-fnvTo
Family members charged with murder and neglect in the death of a 32-year-old Pennsylvania man with Down syndrome worried about losing his government assistance if he was placed in a personal care facility, authorities said.

8.         PENNSYLVANIA (Lackawanna County), CBS News, June 20, 2013
Robert Gensiak Death: Mother, sisters, charged with murder after neglecting disabled Pa. man, police say
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-57590218-504083/robert-gensiak-death-mother-sisters-charged-with-murder-after-neglecting-disabled-pa-man-police-say/
A 32-year-old Pennsylvania man with Down syndrome was so severely neglected by his family that his body was covered in scabies and he weighed just 69 pounds when he died, police said in charging his mother and two sisters with murder.

9.         PENNSYLVANIA (Lackawanna County), Observer-Reporter, June 20, 2013
Police: Disabled Pa. man who died suffered neglect
http://www.observer-reporter.com/article/20130620/NEWS04/130629960/-1/news#.UcT-vOfnvTo
Family members charged with murder and neglect in the death of a 32-year-old Pennsylvania man with Down syndrome worried about losing his government assistance if he was placed in a personal care facility, authorities said. Robert Gensiak weighed just 69 pounds and his body was covered with open sores and scabies when he died at a hospital in March.

RELATED ISSUES

1.         ILLINOIS (Chicago), Chicago Tribune, June 19, 2013
Man who suffers from dementia missing from Southwest Side
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-06-19/news/chi-man-who-suffers-from-dementia-missing-from-southwest-side-20130619_1_southwest-side-dementia-77-year-old-man
A 77-year-old man who suffers from dementia and high blood pressure has been without his medication since he went missing two days ago from the city's Southwest Side. He was wearing a yellow and white striped shirt and blue corduroy pants.

2.         INTERNATIONAL (Rochdale, United Kingdom), Rochdale Online, June 20, 2013
Should patients with dementia who wander be electronically tagged?
http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/80920/should-patients-with-dementia-who-wander-be-electronically-tagged
Technology that allows real time tracking is being pushed by authorities to cut the costs of finding patients with dementia who have got lost. Can they reduce the risk of harm or are they just quick fixes to suit carers? And is it ethical? Two experts debate the issue on bmj.com today (20 June).

 

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Funding Opportunities:

• July 1, 2013
• Applications for the Peter F. Drucker Award for Nonprofit Innovation, administered by the Drucker Institute at Claremont Graduate University, with support from the Coca-Cola Foundation. The $100,000 prize will honor a nonprofit organization that best demonstrates Mr. Drucker’s definition of innovation: “change that creates a new dimension of performance.” Organizations classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or sponsored by such a group may apply.
• Additional information is available on the school’s website.
• Contact: Jamie Jones, Claremont Graduate University, Drucker Institute, 1021 North Dartmouth Avenue, Claremont, California, 91711. (909) 607-9212; award@druckerinstitute.com; www.druckerinstitute.com/what-we-do/nonprofit-innovation-award
• July 1, 2013
• The Land O’ Lakes Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Community Grants program for projects that focus on hunger, youths and education, civic improvements, and arts and culture in rural communities. Typically, the foundation funds national programs and programs in the following twenty states: Arkansas, California, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin. Grants are restricted to organizations that have been granted tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. This year’s application deadlines are April 1 for education proposals; July 1 for hunger/food related proposals; and October 1 for all other proposals.
• Additional information is available on the foundation’s website.
• Contact: Land O’ Lakes Foundation, P.O. Box 64101, St. Paul, MN, 55164; (800) 328-9680; http://www.landolakesinc.com/company/corporateresponsibility/foundation/communitygrants/eligibility/default.aspx
• November 1, 2013
• The Lawrence Foundation awards grants in support of the environment, education, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. The foundation awards both program and operating grants with no geographic restrictions to nonprofit organizations that qualify for tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, as well as public schools and libraries.
• For more information: http://www.thelawrencefoundation.org/grants/guidelines.php

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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SPECIAL:  UN News Centre (June 15, 2013) Secretary-General urges protection of older persons from physical, psychological abuse

Governments, civil society and communities must re-examine their attitudes towards ageing and ensure older persons are protected from all forms of abuse, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon stressed today, urging for measures to prevent this behaviour.  “Around the world, older persons are tragically subject to psychological, financial or physical abuse,” Mr. Ban said in his message marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

http://www.un.org/apps/news/story.asp?NewsID=45184&Cr=elderly&Cr1=

 

ELDER ABUSE NEWSFEED

1.         NATIONAL, Consumer Affairs, June 17, 2013
Senior advocates promoting more ways to prevent financial abuse
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news/senior-advocates-promoting-more-ways-to-prevent-financial-abuse-061713.html
To help seniors guard against elder abuse the federal government – in a joint effort by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) – has produced a new tool to help prevent financial exploitation. The tool, a stand-alone training module that's part of FDIC's Smart Money guide, provides information to increase awareness among those 62 and older and their caregivers on how to prevent, identify and respond to elder financial exploitation.

2.         ALABAMA (Etowah County), WHLT 22, June 16, 2013
Etowah Co. officials hosting elder abuse prevention forum
http://www.whlt.com/story/22603325/etowah-co-officials-hosting-elder-abuse-forum
Etowah County officials are preparing to host a conference focusing on elder abuse and financial exploitation of seniors. The eighth annual Elder Abuse Awareness Day summit is set for Wednesday morning at the Senior Activity Center in Gadsden.

3.         ALABAMA (Etowah County), Gadsden Times, June 15, 2013
Elder abuse summit set for Wednesday
http://www.gadsdentimes.com/article/20130615/NEWS/130619871/-1/sports02?Title=Elder-abuse-summit-set-for-Wednesday&tc=ar
An event focusing on financial elder abuse will be held in Gadsden, Alabama on Wednesday, June 19. The all-day event starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Senior Activity Center, 623 Broad St., Gadsden. The first program starts at 9:30 a.m.

4.         CALIFORNIA (Marin County), Mercury News, June 15, 2013
Caregiver accused of slapping woman in wheelchair at Marin mall
http://www.mercurynews.com/top-stories/ci_23468230/caregiver-accused-slapping-woman-wheelchair-at-marin-mall
A caregiver was arrested in Terra Linda on allegations she repeatedly slapped a 63-year-old client who was in a wheelchair at the mall.

5.         CALIFORNIA (San Diego), San Diego Union-Tribune, June 16, 2013
Hurt an elder? Paul Greenwood will get you
http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/jun/16/tp-hurt-an-elder-paul-greenwood-will-get-you/
A journalist interviews Paul Greenwood, Deputy district attorney and head of the elder abuse prosecution unit in San Diego County, California.

6.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Cruz), Santa Cruz Sentinel, June 14, 2013
Elder abuse, bike chop shop suspected at Santa Cruz drug house
http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/localnews/ci_23464802/elder-abuse-bike-chop-shop-suspected-at-santa
Three women and two men were arrested Thursday on suspicion of elder abuse at a La Fonda Avenue home Santa Cruz police call a drug house. A 59-year-old man who owns the home is dependent and wheelchair bound, police said. He was found in his own urine and feces during a warrant search at the home on the Thursday.

7.         CALIFORNIA (Santa Rosa), Press Democrat, June 14, 2013
CLOSE TO HOME: Why many will be dressed in purple Saturday
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/20130614/OPINION/130619713/1033/news?Title=CLOSE-TO-HOME-Why-many-will-be-dressed-in-purple-Saturday
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, nearly 4,000 purple flags and an accompanying banner adorn the northeast corner of Mendocino and Bicentennial avenues in Santa Rosa. Each flag represents one report of elder abuse made to Sonoma County Adult Protective Services and the long-term care ombudsman last year.

8.         ILLINOIS (Joliet), Herald-News, June 17, 2013
Joliet woman re-indicted in elder neglect case
http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/news/20798202-418/joliet-woman-re-indicted-in-elder-neglect-case.html
A Joliet woman accused of neglecting an elderly woman under her care is facing a new indictment that details different aspects of her alleged crime, authorities said. The suspect is accused of failing to seek medical help for a 75-year-old woman who fell into a tub of scalding water in August 2010. The woman later died from her injuries.

9.         ILLINOIS (St. Charles Township), KCC Chronicle, June 14, 2013
Pranga avoids prison in plea agreement
http://www.kcchronicle.com/2013/06/14/pranga-avoids-prison-in-plea-agreement/awhsveg/
A St. Charles woman who was accused of stealing $21,900 from the client of a bank she managed pleaded guilty Friday, avoiding a possible prison term. In a plea agreement with prosecutors and the victim, Lynn Pranga, 56, of St. Charles, agreed to a sentence of two years of probation and 200 hours of community service. She cannot go into any MB Financial Bank branch, or contact the victim, an elderly man, court records show.

10.       IOWA (Pomeroy), Des Moines Register, June 17, 2013
Nursing home chief may face sanctions over sex abuse case
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20130617/NEWS/306170056/0/TERMS.html/?odyssey=nav%7Chead
The administrator of an Iowa nursing home where a woman was sexually abused by a resident is now facing licensing sanctions. The Iowa Board of Nursing Home Administrators alleges that a woman who served as administrator of the Pomeroy Care Center from September 1983 to October 2011, is guilty of professional incompetence.

11.       MICHIGAN (Macomb County), Daily Tribune, June 16, 2013
Efforts intensify in Michigan to protect elderly, vulnerable adults
http://www.dailytribune.com/article/20130616/NEWS01/130619654/efforts-intensify-in-michigan-to-protect-elderly-vulnerable-adults
Elder and vulnerable adult advocates are ramping up their efforts to ensure justice for all. 15 state laws or amendments regarding vulnerable adults have taken effect since May 2012.

12.       MINNESOTA (St. Paul), Echo Press, June 17, 2013
One of five seniors older than 65 are scammed, says survey
http://www.echopress.com/event/article/id/105398/group/News/
As part of the eighth annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Minnesota Department of Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman partnered with the state’s leading experts on preventing elder abuse and exploitation at William Mitchell College of Law annual event to raise awareness in this often under-recognized problem.

13.       MINNESOTA (St. Paul), Minnesota Public Radio, June 16, 2013
Coalition pushes to prevent and halt elder abuse
http://minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2013/06/16/regional/elder-abuse-safety-campaign
A coalition of Minnesota county officials, senior advocates, health care providers and banks is launching a statewide educational campaign on elder abuse. The coalition, the Stop Abuse and Financial Exploitation of Elders in Minnesota or the MN S.A.F.E. Elders Initiative, has produced a video, website, mobile apps and a toolkit to help people identify abuse.

14.       MISSOURI (Jefferson City), KZRK, June 15, 2013
OMB Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.krzk.com/15515/omb_recognizes_elder_abuse_awareness_day.html
In recognition of Elder Abuse Day (today, Saturday, June 15th) Ozark Mountain Bank is helping to stop financial abuse of elderly customers. Bank employees are frequently trained to notice when a customer is vulnerable or is currently a victim of financial abuse, by simply paying attention to red flags. The red flags can be invaluable when determining abuse—whether it is a bank employee noticing unusual recent withdrawals or a new person simply accompanying the older customers to the bank.

15.       NEBRASKA (Lincoln), Beatrice Daily Sun, June 14, 2013
Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed
http://beatricedailysun.com/news/local/scrapbook/elder-abuse-awareness-day-observed/article_c1ccf038-0b54-5eb0-8348-e9b9250d5777.html
A statewide effort to inform Nebraskans how to help elderly and vulnerable adults who are abused, neglected or financially exploited was part of the Department of Health and Human Services’ eighth annual observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 14.

16.       RHODE ISLAND (Providence), The Westerly Sun, June 17, 2013
Elder abuse legislation approved by R.I. Senate
http://www.thewesterlysun.com/news/elder-abuse-legislation-approved-by-r-i-senate/article_87715478-d751-11e2-b051-0019bb2963f4.html
The Rhode Island Senate has approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Catherine Cool Rumsey (D-Dist. 34, Exeter, Charlestown, Hopkinton, Richmond, West Greenwich) to require health care providers to alert law enforcement if they believe an elderly person is the victim of abuse or neglect.

17.       WYOMING (Cheyenne), Star Tribune, June 16, 2013
Raising awareness for elder abuse
http://trib.com/opinion/letters/raising-awareness-for-elder-abuse/article_0eeeb49c-0f1e-53e9-9636-47d346a1d524.html
In Wyoming during 2009-2010 an analysis of elder abuse showed that 48.7 percent of the substantiated cases of elder abuse fell under the category of exploitation, with cases of physical abuse making up 15.4 percent and neglect making up 10.3 percent.

18.       INTERNATIONAL (Queensland, Australia), Gladstone Observer, June 15, 2013
Elder abuse a growing form of family violence in Qld homes
http://www.gladstoneobserver.com.au/news/elder-abuse-growing-form-family-violence/1907963/
Despite 30,000 Queenslanders over 65 likely to experience elder abuse each year, the increasing and disturbing trend is largely under recognised. Last financial year the Queensland Elder Abuse Prevention Unit recorded 1000 abuse notifications regarding seniors who had been abused, including financially, physically or psychologically or neglected.

19.       INTERNATIONAL (Sydney, Australia), Sunshine Coast Daily, June 17, 2013
Our shame: One in 20 elderly on Coast suffer abuse
http://www.sunshinecoastdaily.com.au/news/elderly-abuse-hidden-shame-elderly-victims-suffer-/1909383/
AS MANY as one in 20 elderly people on the Sunshine Coast are victims of abuse. But, like most forms of abuse, the problem is usually hidden behind closed doors or so subtle that few people recognise it. Elder Abuse Prevention Unit co-ordinator Les Jackson said about 5% of Sunshine Coast people over 65 were believed to be abuse victims.

20.       INTERNATIONAL (Speightstown, Barbados), Barbados Advocate, June 17, 2013
Not giving up
http://www.barbadosadvocate.com/newsitem.asp?more=local&NewsID=31124
Chairman of the National Planning Committee for Older Persons, Lolene Rawlins, says her organisation will continue in its effort to raise awareness of elderly abuse until legislation is brought about to punish perpetrators. She made this pledge while addressing the opening ceremony for the event held for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day at the Speightstown Esplanade recently.

21.       INTERNATIONAL (Calgary, Canada), Calgary Herald, June 17, 2013
The Calgary Elder Abuse Response Team
http://www.calgaryherald.com/life/Calgary+Elder+Abuse+Response+Team/8538392/story.html
The Calgary Elder Abuse Response Team (EART) is a collaboration between non-profit organizations the Kerby Centre, Calgary Family Services and the Calgary Police Service. The EART has social workers, police officers and a nurse to respond to, assess, and investigate suspected case of elder abuse. The team also provides support to abuse victims and their families.

22.       INTERNATIONAL (Edmonton, Canada), Beacon News, June 16, 2013
Edmonton urging citizens to speak up for elder abuse victims
http://beaconnews.ca/blog/2013/06/edmonton-urging-citizens-to-speak-up-for-elder-abuse-victims/
Edmonton officials are urging citizens to help seniors who face forms of abuse by accessing support services or reporting suspected cases of elder abuse to the appropriate authorities. Individuals affected by elder abuse, or those concerned for the safety of a senior should call the Seniors’ Abuse Helpline, 24 hours a day, at 780-477-2929.

23.       INTERNATIONAL (New Brunswick, Canada), Sackville Tribune Post, June 15, 2013
Health-care professionals learn about recognizing, reporting financial abuse of seniors
http://www.sackvilletribunepost.com/Living/2013-06-15/article-3276641/Health-care-professionals-learn-about-recognizing,-reporting-financial-abuse-of-seniors/1
The New Brunswick Securities Commission is working with the health-care sector to teach professionals about how to recognize and report financial abuse of seniors.

24.       INTERNATIONAL (Ontario, Canada), The Windsor Star, June 17, 2013
Elder abuse awareness raised thanks to flash mob
http://blogs.windsorstar.com/2013/06/17/207629/
June 15 was World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse would like to thank those who brought attention to this issue by the presentation of a flash mob.

25.       INTERNATIONAL (Ottawa, Canada), Wall Street Journal, June 15, 2013
Statement by Minister of State Wong on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20130615-901621.html
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), issued a statement in an effort to bring awareness to the hidden issue of elder abuse.

26.       INTERNATIONAL (Prince Edward Island, Canada), The Guardian, June 15, 2013
Financial abuse most common form of elder abuse on P.E.I.
http://www.theguardian.pe.ca/News/Local/2013-06-15/article-3281679/Financial-abuse-most-common-form-of-elder-abuse-on-P.E.I/1
With the Island’s population aging, elder abuse is becoming more noticeable, an information session was told Saturday. Financial abuse is the most common type of elder abuse in Canada and on Saturday, which marked World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, an information session was held on how to protect the elderly from financial abuse.

27.       INTERNATIONAL (Accra, Ghana), GBC Ghana, June 15, 2013
World Elder Abuse Day
http://www.gbcghana.com/index.php?id=1.1422384
About ninety percent of residents of witches camps across the country are people above the age of 60. The issue of witchcraft accusations is very common in Ghana and is mostly targeted at poor, illiterate and weak older people especially women who are sometimes widowed. As the World marks International Elder Abuse Day therefore, it is pertinent to highlight the inhuman treatment and gross abuse of the fundamental rights and freedoms of older people especially those in the so-called witches camps

28.       INTERNATIONAL (Bangalore, India), Deccan Herald, June 15, 2013
Walk, streetplay mark Elder Abuse Awareness Day
http://www.deccanherald.com/content/339021/walk-streetplay-mark-elder-abuse.html
Awareness walk and street plays were organised on the occasion of World Elder Abuse and Awareness Day at Lalbagh by Elders Helpline — a joint project of Bangalore City Police and Nightingales Medical Trust. Over 100 people took part in the event expressing support and care towards the elderly citizens.

29.       INTERNATIONAL (Bangalore, India), Silicon India, June 17, 2013
India’s Shame: 31 Percent Elders Face Abuse
http://www.siliconindia.com/news/general/Indias-Shame-31-Percent-Elders-Face-Abuse--nid-149105-cid-1.html
In a developing nation like India, elder abuse is often found in a large numbers and they are abused especially by their own children or the in laws, as per a report by HelpAge India, a charity working for the country's elderly. HelpAge India in the year 2006 introduced ‘World Elder Abuse Awareness Day’ on June 15 for the first time in India with an aim to curb increasing case of crime and abuse against the elderly groups of our nation.

30.       INTERNATIONAL (Bhubaneswar, India), Times of India, June 16, 2013
Half the elderly face abuse: Survey
http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-16/bhubaneswar/40006251_1_elderly-face-abuse-verbal-abuse-elder-abuse
More than half (51%) of the elderly in Odisha have experienced abuse by their family members with daughters-in-law and sons emerging as major abusers. This was revealed by a survey released by HelpAge India here on the occasion of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Saturday.

31.       INTERNATIONAL (Indore, India), Times of India, June 16, 2013
Bhopal, Indore top in abuse of elderly: HelpAge survey
http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-16/indore/40006008_1_elder-abuse-physical-abuse-abuse-rate
The state capital Bhopal and financial capital of the state, Indore have been ranked among highest in elderly abuse in a national survey titled 'Elder Abuse in India (2013)' conducted by HelpAge India. Bhopal and Indore were ranked with 77.1% and 75% respectively.

32.       INTERNATIONAL (Patna, India), Times of India, June 15, 2013
Elders’ abuse: Sons are main culprits
http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-15/patna/39992671_1_verbal-abuse-elders-family
Believe it or not but it's a grim reality that in metros, daughters-in-law have been reported as the main perpetrator of abuse of the elders at home while it is the son who is the main abuser in tier-2 cities. A disturbing fact is that 17% faced abuse at the hands of their own daughters, says a status report on elderly in Bihar and India conducted by HelpAge India which was released on the eve of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Friday.

33.       INTERNATIONAL, (Dublin, Ireland), The Journal, June 15, 2013
Call for vigilance as elder abuse in Ireland on the increase
http://www.thejournal.ie/elder-abuse-ireland-951695-Jun2013/
Elder Abuse in Ireland is on the increase, ALONE, the charity which supports older people in need, has said. It made the call for continued vigilance from the public, service providers and government as today marks World Elder Abuse awareness day.

34.       INTERNATIONAL (Kingston, Jamaica), Jamaica Observer, June 15, 2013
Report elder abuse, urges National Council for Senior Citizens
http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/news/Report-elder-abuse--urges-National-Council-for-Senior-Citizens_14496884
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSC) launched a weeklong series of islandwide workshops focusing on empowering seniors and building intergenerational relationships.

35.       INTERNATIONAL (Dunedin, New Zealand), Otago Daily Times, June 16, 2013
Elder abuse on the rise in Dunedin
http://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/261122/elder-abuse-rise-dunedin
In the eight years since international World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was launched, the number of reported Dunedin cases of elder abuse has continued to rise.  Age Concern Otago social worker Marie Bennett told The Star there had been 130 referrals to the Dunedin Elder Abuse and Neglect Prevention service in the 11 months to April, up from 105 in the previous year - an increase of almost 30%.

36.       INTERNATIONAL (Islamabad, Pakistan), The Express Tribune, June 15, 2013
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Call for end to discrimination, violence
http://tribune.com.pk/story/563413/world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-call-for-end-to-discrimination-violence/
Speakers at a seminar on Friday expressed these concerns over the absence of age-friendly environment. The event was organised to mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. They also said that the elderly are deprived of their right to have access to healthcare services, subsidised public transport and other privileges.

37.       INTERNATIONAL (Pretoria, South Africa), IOL News, June 15, 2013
‘Abuse of elderly set to rise in SA’
http://www.iol.co.za/news/south-africa/abuse-of-elderly-set-to-rise-in-sa-1.1532972#.Ub-yUufnvTo
South Africa commemorates World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a UN-designated day which aims to drawn attention to the various challenges and abuses faced by the world’s senior citizens. CJ van Zyl, chief executive of city-based Fulami, an organisation focusing on improving the well-being of elderly person, says elder abuse is emerging as an important issue within the elderly community.

 

ABUSE OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

1.         INTERNATIONAL (Thamesmead, United Kingdom), This is Local London, June 16, 2013
Disabled man had throat slit in ‘brutal attack’ in Abbotts Close, Thamesmead: Murder probe underway
http://www.thisislocallondon.co.uk/news/10488082.Disabled_man_had_throat_slit_in__brutal_attack__in_Thamesmead__Murder_probe_underway/
A murder investigation has been launched after a disabled man had his throat slit in a ‘brutal attack’ in his Thamesmead home. The victim, who has been named as 56-year-old Colin Greenway, was pronounced dead in his ground floor flat in Abbotts Close at around 2pm yesterday (June 15).

RELATED ISSUES

1.         CALIFORNIA (Oakland), San Francisco Gate, June 16, 2013
Oakland police search for missing man with dementia
http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/Oakland-police-search-for-missing-man-with-4603831.php
Police in Oakland are searching for a 64-year-old man who went missing from his care home on Saturday. James Moten, who suffers from dementia, apparently walked away from his residence at about 6:30 a.m. and has not been seen since, according to Oakland police.

2.         NORTH CAROLINA (Laurinburg), WBTW, June 10, 2013
Missing NC man with dementia found safe Monday afternoon
http://www.wbtw.com/story/22533722/authorities-looking-for-nc-man-with-dementia
The N.C. Center for Missing Persons has canceled a Silver Alert for a missing endangered man, Billy Charles Lewis, who was found safe on Monday. On Friday, Folks were asked to be on the lookout for  Lewis, age 62, who is believed to be suffering from dementia or some other cognitive impairment.

3.         PENNSYLVANIA (Burlington Township), NBC Philadelphia, June 16, 2013
“Missing” Elderly Man Found Inside Nursing Home
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Police-Search-for-Missing-Dementia-Patient-211711901.html
Burlington Township Police found an elderly man who was reported missing on Saturday. After police, staff and Mulligan's family searched the facility several times, investigators believed he had walked away. They then searched neighboring housing developments and surrounding wooded areas. Mulligan was eventually found unharmed inside the nursing home.

 

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• November 1, 2013
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Upcoming Elder Abuse Conferences/Training Events (in chronological order):

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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