Elderly abuse has become a silent epidemic in the United States. For decades, elderly abuse has been covered up and occurred with little recognition or response. In fact, studies suggest that only two percent of elderly abuse cases are reported by physicians.Those who are abused also tend not to say anything out of fear of more severe punishment or abuse. Unfortunately, because of the aging of the current population, it’s expected that the number of reported and unreported elderly abuse case...

Signs of elder abuse can sometimes be difficult to detect, but if you see something, it’s very important to say something. The American Psychological Association says that more than two million elderly Americans are victims of abuse every year. However, the National Center on Elder Abuse says that as little as one in six cases of abuse are actually reported.No one deserves to be abused, let alone abused by someone who is placed in charge of taking care of your loved one. Here, you will learn...