When a caregiver fails to meet the needs of an elderly person who cannot care for themselves, neglect can result. Sometimes the caregiver may withhold nourishment, medications, or even hygiene, ...

Elder mistreatment is a recognized social problem of uncertain, though probably increasing, magnitude. According to the best available estimates, between 1 and 2 million Americans age 65 or older have ...

NOTE: This article is Part 2 of our Elder Abuse Awareness series published in recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Once you understand why elderly people are at increased risk for becoming a ...

Elder abuse is any action — or lack of appropriate action — occurring in a relationship where there is an expectation of trust that causes harm or distress to an older person, according to the World ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Elder abuse continues to be a problem across the U.S. and a new report ...

The Slug Bug Ranch on east I-40 by Starlight Ranch has turned purple to recognize June as Elder Abuse Prevention Month. The event is held annually to raise awareness in Amarillo with the Texas ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – An Augusta woman is now charged with Felony Murder in connection to an alleged elderly neglect case ...

The Flagler County Sheriff's Office arrested a Palm Coast couple for child and elderly neglect following a welfare check on Jan. 13, revealing deplorable living conditions in their Palm Coast home.

PUTNAM COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — A Putnam County caretaker has been arrested for the alleged neglect and financial exploitation of his grandfather. According to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, ...