State will pay for poor plaintiffs' lawyers Oct 21, 2009
A new law signed by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger will make California the first state to provide lawyers to poor people in civil cases that involve important legal rights, including disputes over foreclosures, domestic violence and elder abuse ... The program will provide legal help in five areas: housing, domestic violence, child custody, elder abuse and the designation of conservators and guardians for those unable to care for themselves. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Senior Spirit Oct 20, 2009
Self-neglect is number one elder abuse issue ... Self-neglect represents the largest number of elder abuse cases reported to Senior Centers. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Holocaust denier sues survivor, calling Auschwitz memoir vicious lies' Oct 20, 2009
Hunt was convicted in 2008 of false imprisonment, battery and elder abuse. A judge sentenced him to two years in prison but gave him credit for time served and good behavior. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
'Cash for care' abuse warning Oct 18, 2009
The Action on Elder Abuse charity argues that Irene Simons' story highlights the risks at the core of this funding model and says its helpline is already getting more calls as a result of the changes. Like many in her position, Irene Simons did not carry out a full vetting check when she employed Helen Bailey. (BBC News -- UK)
Nursing home CEO pulls in hefty pay, families 'frustrated' Oct 18, 2009
In a separate investigation, a Glades Health Care worker was convicted of elder abuse in 2007 for slapping an 89-year-old patient in the face and saying "I can't stand you," according to state records ... The Florida Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud unit investigated the 2007 elder abuse case in Pahokee, but division director David Lewis said his team's focus is not necessarily on executive pay unless it results in neglect of patients. (The Palm Beach Post)
Advocates: Astor case a win on financial abuse Oct 18, 2009
The AARP called it "the most infamous case of financial elder abuse in recent memory." ... "To lose this kind of case would have sent a very discouraging signal" to prosecutors pursuing elder abuse cases, said Thomas L. Hafemeister, a University of Virginia law professor who specializes in financial exploitation of the elderly. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Letters, Oct. 15 edition Oct 17, 2009
Physical violence, financial abuse, elder abuse, dating violence, and bullying are examples of domestic violence that take place in Concord and Carlisle. During the 12 months from July 2008 to June 2009, the Concord and Carlisle police departments received 93 calls and 13 calls respectively that were determined to be domestic violence related. (Concord Journal, MA)
Time to create a database on domestic violence Oct 17, 2009
The groups cite an Arizona law that created a database listing those convicted of elder abuse. But reporting actually decreased because families felt it identified them, not just the perpetrator. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Margaret Fulton turns 85 Oct 15, 2009
Later in the episode, it occurred to me that, perhaps in some bizarre form of elder abuse, the woman who taught Australia to cook had been starved ahead of the episode's filming. What else could account for the ravenous and inelegant fashion in which Fulton stuffed Poh Ling Yeow's chicken curry with coconut lace pancakes into her mouth with her fingers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Plea withdrawn in Utah hired beating case Oct 14, 2009
Pamela Ott was administrator of the Kern Valley Healthcare District, where the elder abuse allegedly occurred at the district's Lake Isabella nursing home. VERNAL, Utah -- A Utah teenager who pleaded no contest to hiring a man to beat her in an effort to induce a miscarriage has been released from jail after a judge ruled that she was seeking an abortion and was not criminally liable. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Elders needing home care urged to apply Oct 14, 2009
An elder who is involved in an elder abuse case will not put on the waiting list. We strongly urge elders to apply for home care and contact us to discuss their unique situations, Old Colony Elder Services Executive Director Diana DiGiorgi said. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
3 hospitals tighten down against H1N1 Oct 14, 2009
"Our cash resources are nowhere near that," said Sandy Haskins, who took over operations of the hospital last month as acting chief when the board placed Pamela Ott on unpaid administrative leave pending the outcome of elder abuse charges against her in Kern County. LA County beaches reopen following tsunami fears. (Fresno Bee)
20/20: Astor Fortune: Brooke's Iconic Trophies Oct 10, 2009
But before the Astor name made headlines for charges of elder abuse and fraud, here's a look at Brooke Astor's estate. Related. (ABC News)
Steer away from teenage drama over ex-boyfriend Oct 10, 2009
This is harassment and elder abuse. The uncle must be reported to the local police or to Adult Protective Services. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Tough and Relentless, Prosecutor Pulled No Punches During Astor Trial Oct 9, 2009
Seidemann was added to the prosecution team after Loewy, the head of the Manhattan office's elder abuse unit, had developed the case ... She was appointed in 1990 head of the domestic violence unit, where her portfolio was expanded to include elder abuse cases ... In 1995, elder abuse cases were spun off into a separate unit, which Loewy has since overseen. (Law.com)
Brooke Astor's son guilty of bilking her estate Oct 9, 2009
The court documents alleged "elder abuse" and were intended to remove Anthony Marshall's control of her affairs and transfer care to Astor's dear friend Annette de la Renta ... "I sincerely hope these sad circumstances contribute to the recognition of elder abuse and exploitation as a growing national problem.". (CNN)
Caregiver charged with stealing more than $250K Oct 8, 2009
The report was produced in conjunction with the National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and Virginia Tech University. Law enforcement and securities officials say the recession is pushing more people to steal from well-off seniors. (Fresno Bee -- State)
PI pleads no contest in California conspiracy case Oct 7, 2009
Pamela Ott was administrator of the Kern Valley Healthcare District, where the elder abuse allegedly occurred at the district's Lake Isabella nursing home. Hawk jury deliberates for first day. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Reedley hospital to file for bankruptcy Oct 7, 2009
"Our cash resources are nowhere near that," said Sandy Haskins, who took over operations of the hospital last month as acting chief when the board placed Pamela Ott on unpaid administrative leave pending the outcome of elder abuse charges against her in Kern County. The hospital plans to file for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection today, Haskins said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Jardine: Bulls, with cage-fight chaser Oct 6, 2009
PUBLIC OPTION -- "Secrets in America: The Crisis of Elder Abuse" will debut on KVIE (Channel 6) at 7 p.m. Wednesday and repeat at 6 p.m. Sunday. The show was produced, written and directed by David Jones, Stanislaus County's director of communication and legislative affairs. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Mountain View man attacked with wooden sword Sep 22, 2009
The third roommate was able to call police, however, who arrived and arrested Brenion on several charges, including assault with a deadly weapon, elder abuse and preventing another from making an emergency call. The victim was taken to the hospital, where medical personnel determined that he had suffered no major injuries. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
OC man charged with attempted murder of wife Sep 22, 2009
A Costa Mesa man has been charged with attempted murder and elder abuse in the shooting of his wife of 50 years ... (AP) -- A Costa Mesa man has been charged with attempted murder and elder abuse in the shooting of his wife of 50 years. (San Francisco Chronicle)
State offers seniors fraud-prevention classes Sep 18, 2009
The Anti-Crime University features half-day classes covering subjects ranging from identity theft to elder abuse and neglect. The first class will be held Sept. 29at Friendship Village in Tempe, followed by an Oct. 15 class at the Beatitudes in Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Business)
San Bernardino Co. elder home director arrested Sep 16, 2009
A woman arrested on suspicion of elder abuse at a group home is being sued by the 00003D76 family of a man with dementia who drowned in a pool at another of her properties ... Pamela Ott entered the plea Tuesday after the California Attorney General's office charged her with eight felony counts of elder abuse ... -- Officials say the director of a San Bernardino County group home for the elderly and mentally ill was arrested after it was learned he was on probation for elder abuse and had been... (Fresno Bee -- State)
Thefts and Mischief Sep 15, 2009
Sept. 11, 3:57 p.m., possible elder abuse was reported in the North Bend area. Sept. 12, 12:25 p.m., a gold pickup was stuck in a sand bank in the 1900 block of Newmark Street. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Police Blotter: Sept. 13, 2009 Sep 13, 2009
Andrew Rose Hockenberry, 25, of the 5500 block of Cottonwood Avenue, Olivehurst, was arrested by Yuba County Sheriff's Department at 4:27 p.m. Friday at the department on suspicion of elder abuse. She was booked into Yuba County Jail. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
New Legal Protections for the Elderly Sep 11, 2009
"Financial abuse is one of the fastest growing areas of elder abuse," says Andrea Lowenthal, an elder-law and estate-planning attorney in New York. "Older people are a growing segment of society and are among the most vulnerable, often because of their misplaced trust." But if seniors are the prey, then they often choose their predators people they've empowered to act on their behalf, as agents, in financial matters, though a POA.. (Time.com)
Criminal Charges Filed Against Former Nursing Home Admin. Sep 9, 2009
-- Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. announced that Kern Valley Hospital administrator Pamela Ott was charged on eight felony counts of elder abuse Tuesday, for allowing staff to forcibly administer psychotropic medications to patients for their own convenience, rather than for their patients' therapeutic interests ... Gwen Hughes, the former Director of Nursing at the skilled nursing facility of the Kern Valley Healthcare District in Lake Isabella, Kern County on charges of elder abuse and... (KERO 23, CA)
Ex-CEO of Kern County nursing home charged Sep 9, 2009
Pamela Ott entered the plea Tuesday after the California Attorney General's office charged her with eight felony counts of elder abuse. The state alleges that Ott knew the nursing director at the Kern Valley Health Care District's nursing facility in Lake Isabella had ordered high doses of mood-altering drugs for dementia patients to make them more tranquil. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Man To Stand Trial In Park West Hammer Attack Sep 9, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A man accused of beating the 67-year-old manager of his Park West apartment complex on the head with a hammer must stand trial on elder abuse and assault charges, a judge ruled Tuesday. Dale Reed Bacon, 41, faces nine years in prison if convicted, said Deputy District Attorney Harrison Kennedy. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Woman arrested for abuse is subject of lawsuit Sep 7, 2009
-- A woman arrested on suspicion of elder abuse at a group home is being sued by the family of a man with dementia who drowned in a pool at another of her properties. The lawsuit claims 71-year-old Eucevio Hernandez Vallez fell into an unfenced swimming pool at a group home run by Pensri Sophar Dalton in Highland. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Virginia police investigating elder abuse Sep 5, 2009
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Brown Wins $37.5M For California Sep 3, 2009
Prosecutors and auditors from the Attorney General's Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse participated in these negotiations. $33 Million Geodon Settlement In the second settlement, Brown and the other attorneys general contend that Pfizer engaged in unfair and deceptive practices when it marketed Geodon for off-label uses between January 1, 2001 to December 31, 2007. (KERO 23, CA)
Read more... Aug 30, 2009
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach, a San Francisco-based firm offering legal, social and educational services in 13 languages, helps residents of some of the poorest neighborhoods in the greater bay region in the areas of elder abuse, domestic violence, immigrant rights and youth violence protection. A grant of $130,000 will contribute to the organization's efforts to expand their reach to other underserved areas where language barriers prevent access to needed services. (PNN Online)
Two charged with theft in sale of relatives assets Aug 29, 2009
Roth was wheeled up to the judge by Portland Officer Deanna Wesson, who investigates elder abuse, so the elderly woman could explain what happened. They robbed me blind, Roth said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Guilty plea made in kidnap case Aug 29, 2009
Lynn said Arzate also admitted to violating her probation for felony theft and felony elder abuse, which was theft from an elderly person. As a result, he said, Arzate has two felony strikes against her. (Santa Maria Times)
Ex-funeral home owner charged in scam Aug 27, 2009
She pleaded not guilty April 11 to three counts each of grand theft and financial elder abuse, court records show. Wyskiver was released from Riverside County jail April 13 and her next court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, court and jail records show. (FOX 11, AZ)
Rep. Mizuno, Lingle aide clash over reporting of allegations of elder abuse Aug 26, 2009
Mizuno, Lingle aide clash over reporting of allegations of elder abuse ... John Mizuno on Monday refuted claims from one of Gov. Linda Lingle's top aides that he may have violated the law by not reporting allegations of elder abuse to authorities ... But on Monday, Mizuno said he did not intend to air allegations of elder abuse at the hearing. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Deputy DA Dudley to run for boss’ job Aug 25, 2009
Dudley travels regularly as a lecturer on arson investigation, domestic violence and elder abuse. She is the mother of four grown sons and the wife of John Dudley, a local environmental scientist. (Santa Maria Times)
Daily Record Aug 25, 2009
Elder abuse, 8:50 a.m., 1400 block of West North Avenue. Vandalism graffiti, 9:04 a.m., 200 block of South H Street. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Lt. Jack Tanksley sits behind his desk at the Rabun County Sheriffs Office. He recently reached the 20-year mark with the department. Aug 21, 2009
""He doesn't miss any details about investigations," said Tim Attaway, a retired Georgia Bureau of Investigation agent who now works as an investigator with the Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney's office. "I'd say that's probably his best asset. " Chief Investigator Gerald Johnson called Tanksley "an outstanding investigator. (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Killeen Woman Charged After 11-Month-Old Injured Aug 20, 2009
If getting hit by a door is considered child abuse then boy are we in trouble call the police my little nephew has committed elder abuse. Just last night my grandmother tripped over his toys and fell breaking her wrist but it must have been his fault it was his toys right. (KWTX.com, TX)
NH committee to work on assisted suicide bill Aug 18, 2009
Oppone 00002DC7 nts call the bill a recipe for elder abuse. Cote predicted long, difficult work sessions. (Concord Monitor)
Recendes pleads not guilty in sex assault Aug 18, 2009
He is charged with penetration with a foreign object, infliction of great bodily injury and elder abuse committed during a burglary, according to Santa Clara County Deputy District Attorney Brian Welch. Recendes could serve life in prison if convicted. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Woman Says She Was Groped In Antelope Aug 15, 2009
Anyone who believes they may know the identity of the man portrayed in the composite sketch is urged to call the Sexual and Elder Abuse Bureau at 916-874-5070, or 916-874-5115. Callers may also contact Crime Alert at 916-443-HELP, or send a text message tip by texting to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter SACTIP followed by the tip information. (KCRA 3, CA)
Couple takes toddler along on SoCal crime spree Aug 14, 2009
Twenty-five-year-old Garnett Junior Reid and his 20-year-old girlfriend Laquita Vonne Deville of Riverside County's Winchester area were arrested Wednesday and booked for investigation of robbery, child endangerment and elder abuse. Lt. Dennis Vrooman says Reid stole purses from women in parking lots. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
GOP spreading stories to promote peoples fears Aug 13, 2009
They spread stories of murder and elder abuse and the general fear of our own shadow syndrome. Shame on them. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Six nonprofits snag development grants Aug 13, 2009
It seeks to enhance the independence and quality of life for the elderly in Yellowstone, Carbon and Stillwater counties through home health services, volunteer friends programs and elder abuse prevention. n Family Support Network, based in Billings. (Helena Independent Record)
Older Adults Subjected To Abuse Or Self-neglect At Greater Risk Of Mortality Aug 7, 2009
Elder abuse and self-neglect are serious, common and under-recognized public health issues, according to Dr. XinQi Dong, a researcher and geriatrician at Rush University Medical Center and the study's lead author. There are an estimated 2 million cases of elder abuse and self-neglect in the United States each year ... The study found that elder abuse was associated with a more than two-fold increased risk of premature death from all causes and an almost 4-fold increased risk of premature death... (Science Daily)
9th Circuit Finds for PI Firm Over Theft of Firm's Web Site Content Aug 6, 2009
The 50-lawyer personal injury and asbestos firm had sued two-lawyer San Diego-based Recordon & Recordon for allegedly plagiarizing Web content describing its elder abuse practice ... "It was essentially our Web site pages on elder abuse just block and copied with the name of the law firm changed," he said Wednesday ... "Getting into elder abuse was something that I had wanted to do, but since that happened, I didn't get one case.". (Law.com)
Elder Abuse, Neglect Make Early Death Far More Likely Aug 6, 2009
"The tragedies of elder abuse are a reflection on all of us," Don said. "It can be a difficult topic to talk about, but this study demonstrated the adverse health outcomes that can result.". (MEDLINEplus)
Elder Abuse - Abusing the Elderly i... Aug 1, 2009
Elder Abuse - Abusing the Elderly is a Crime. Elder Abuse - Abusing the Elderly is a Crime ... According to recent public opinion research on elder abuse, the Canadian government reports that 96% of Canadians feel that abuse experienced by seniors is hidden. (Suite101.com)
Beware Of Door-To-Door Pavers Offering Blockbuster Deals Jul 29, 2009
He's since been arrested in California and charged with theft and elder abuse. "It flat out makes me want to cry. This is disgusting. Disgusting how some people can do this to other people," Clark said. (KIRO TV, WA)
Man convicted of murdering grandpa for money Jul 29, 2009
A Sonoma County jury deliberated for six hours before convicting Mooney on Friday of murder, elder abuse and receiving stolen property. Mooney used a shotgun to kill Deming at his home on Bonneau Road on May 20, 2008, a day before the victim's birthday. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Man Attacked Grandma With Cleaver, Police Say Jul 28, 2009
Prasad was booked into the Stanislaus County Jail on suspicion of attempted homicide, elder abuse and a probation violation. There was an active restraining order in place protecting the grandmother from Prasad, but police said it appears she allowed the suspect to move into the apartment several weeks before the attack. (KCRA 3, CA)
Grandson arrested in beating of grandmother Jul 28, 2009
Officers arrested the 26-year-old Prasad on suspicion of attempted homicide, elder abuse and a probation violation. 00000807. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Women Help Salinas Police Catch Thief Jul 27, 2009
Sanchez is in Monterey County Jail booked on multiple charges including robbery and elder abuse. Salinas police said it's a happy ending and one they hope serves as shining example for the entire community. (KSBW 8, CA)
Authorities look at dead man in Jenner killings Jul 22, 2009
A live-in caretaker is facing elder abuse charges after a 90-year-old man in her care died of an apparent heat-related ailment in his home. Contra Costa County authorities say George Brim was found dead in the bedroom of his Discovery Bay home after deputies were called to his home Saturday night. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Certified guardians protect elderly from abuse Jul 21, 2009
Casey Holly of Ormond Beach said his 83-year-old father had always been an "independent fellow," and no one realized he had become the victim of elder abuse until authorities called ... The National Center on Elder Abuse reports that more than 500,000 people over 60 become victims of abuse every year, and only a small percentage of incidents are ever reported to authorities. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Caretaker held in man's heat-related death Jul 21, 2009
Dime was arrested on suspicion of elder abuse. E-mail Henry K. Lee at. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Economy breeds abuse of elderly Jul 19, 2009
At the time of the original filing in 1999, the Sternlight matter was reported to have been the alleged largest case of financial elder abuse in Los Angeles County ... Police say officers answering a report of elder abuse heard screaming when they went to the home late Wednesday night ... The report was produced in conjunction with the National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and Virginia Tech University. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Ex-intern at Visalia nursing home arrested Jul 18, 2009
Ratoni Brown, 28, who has lived in Visalia since January, faces felony charges that include possession of stolen property, financial elder abuse, identity theft and burglary. Her boyfriend, Paul Lopez, 48, also of Visalia, faces similar charges. (Fresno Bee)
Illinois honors outstanding elder rights advocates Jul 18, 2009
The winner the 2009 Outstanding Elder Abuse Program Caseworker Award was Yvonne Anderson, a supervisor with the Visiting Nurses Association in Rockford. On the Net. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Attorney says woman did not steal from blind mom Jul 17, 2009
County Attorney Susan Gaertner calls it "a classic case of elder abuse.". But defense attorney Ryan Pacyga (pa-SEE'-guh) says the facts have been "twisted and cast in a careless manner." He says all of the money Truskolaski spent was for her mother's benefit, or at her direction, and with her mother's permission. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Nurses add detective work to job skills Jul 17, 2009
In Colorado Springs, nurses who work hospitals in the Memorial Health System have begun evaluating trauma patients who are victims of elder abuse or domestic violence, says Jennifer Pierce-Weeks, who coordinates the program and is the president of the International Association of Forensic Nurses. "There's a natural progression," she said. (USA Today -- News)
