Elder abuse is a growing problem in this country. While many states have taken steps in helping their elderly citizens with this problem, some have yet to take major actions that ensure the safety of the vulnerable adult community. Colorado is a state that proudly endorses the mandatory reporting of elderly abuse. This is definitely a step in the right direction. It forces indecisive people to speak up and gives them the push they need to seek assistance. Unfortunately, there are still more unre...

Financial elder abuse is one of the three main types of mistreatment that occurs in the elderly community today. The state of Utah seeks to combat this atrocity by enacting stronger and more comprehensive legislation to ensure the safety of the elder community as a whole. Anyone suffering from financial elder abuse can contact the organizations and services listed below. Victims of elderly abuse need to keep in mind that Utah has your rights and well-being at heart and that the law is on your si...

In Utah, at least 10 cases of elder abuse are reported each day. Heartbreaking stories pour in every month about the emotional, psychical, financial, or even the sexual mistreatment of Utah’s elder community. Anyone suffering from abuse of any kind in Utah please know that there are many solutions available to you. In response to the recent rise in reports of elder abuse, Utah has taken immediate action by strengthening the foundation of their laws and regulations to support elderly victims of m...

Studies have shown that people over 50 control more than 70% of the nation’s wealth. It’s shocking to learn that a good portion of this money is being taken away from the elderly through financial abuse. Washington State has experienced an unprecedented number of financial elder abuse cases the last five years. In these cases, elders (60+) in Washington State are being coerced or manipulated into giving people, usually a family member, their money or property. In most cases, the elder will not r...

Washington State has recently seen significant growth in their elderly population. Washington declares anyone over the age of 60 as an “elder”. The United States has also seen a rise in the reports of elderly abuse. Washington imposes stringent laws to protect their elderly community. However, they need the help of their citizens in order to keep up with this tragedy. Knowledge is the best resource for keeping people armed to help the elderly in Washington. Below is a list of helpful laws, regul...