California Toughens Laws To Fight Elder Abuse
Three new laws have recently taken effect in California to help protect seniors from physical abuse, neglect and financial exploitation. SB 1140- Attempts to define elder abuse more clearly and provides stiffer penalties. Taking advantage of a person's weakness of mind, lack of confidence or physical frailty - known as 'undue influence' - is now grounds for criminal action. The law requires immediate return of the senior's property if taken under undue influence. SB 1136- Provides punitive penalties to those who con senior into paying for free services such as Medi-Cal or Medicare coverage. AB 2100- Require state ombudsmen, those...
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Where To Report Elder Abuse
If you suspect an elderly friend or relative is the victim of abuse or neglect, it is important to report the episode to authorities. Making reports to the proper agency does three important things: Alerts authorities to current situation and allows them to get your loved one to safety. Creates a records of the incident with authorities regarding the nursing home, hospital or long-term care facility. Allows authorities to correct abusive and dangerous situations to prevent similar situations from happening to others. The National Center on Elder Abuse has created a centralized database for reporting elder abuse in every state. ...
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