Don’t Forget: Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 15, 2024abuse, ageism, aid in dying, assisted suicide, domestic violence, elder abuse, National Council On Aging, Our News & Commentary Blogaid in dying, assisted suicide, elder abuse, World Elder Abuse Awareness DayDiane Coleman

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. According to the National Council On Aging: Approximately one in 10 Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates range as high as five million elders who are abused each year. One study estimated that only one in 24 cases of abuse are reported to authorities. … In almost 60% of elder … Continue reading Don’t Forget: Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day →

Jules Good: NDY Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

June 14, 2022ableism, abuse, ageism, assisted suicide, domestic violence, elder abuse, MAID, Our News & Commentary Blogassisted suicide, elder abuse, Jules Good, medical aid in dying, World Elder Abuse Awareness DayDiane Coleman

Every year on June 15th, the USC Center for Elder Justice leads people and organizations across the globe in spreading awareness about elder abuse. The World Health Organization defines elder abuse as “a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes … Continue reading Jules Good: NDY Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day →