I know of no more dedicated people than
the professional caregivers I have met over the past
fourteen years of publishing Today’s Caregiver magazine and
caregiver.com.
In fact, when the news breaks about elder
abuse, it is usually the professional caregivers who are
first to email or write me with advice and tips for family
caregivers. The insidious thing about elder abuse is that it
can be committed by anyone with financial or physical access
to our loved ones: friend, professional or family member.
Unfortunately, there have been some high profile cases of
abuse in the news recently, so here are some of the best
advice I have seen:
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Bruises, pressure marks, broken bones, abrasions, and
burns may be an indication of physical abuse, neglect,
or mistreatment.
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Unexplained withdrawal from normal activities, a sudden
change in alertness, and unusual depression may be
indicators of emotional abuse.
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Bruises around the breasts or genital area can occur
from sexual abuse.
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Sudden changes in financial situations may be the result
of exploitation.
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Bedsores, unattended medical needs, poor hygiene, and
unusual weight loss are indicators of possible neglect.
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Behavior such as belittling, threats, and other uses of
power and control by spouses are indicators of verbal or
emotional abuse.
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Strained or tense relationships, frequent arguments
between the caregiver and elderly person are also signs.
(from
ncea.aoa.gov)
Where to report abuse
There have been some recent technological advances which allow us
to monitor our loved ones living alone, including
Avaak’s Vue personal video network
and
Tender Tidings ,
a 2008
Caregiver Friendly Award
recipient
Whatever you do, being
aware, partnering with those who care for your
loved ones, and being diligent is the best
medicine to prevent elder abuse from occurring
on your watch.
Take care
Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com
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Geriatric Care Manager |
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By Cheryl Ellis, Staff Writer |
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Caregiving can become an unexpected
necessity if a senior experiences a
sudden illness. We expect the
elderly to have special challenges
with the passing years......Continued
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Additional Article |
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Driving: When Aging Illness Makes it
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By Sandra Ray, Staff Writer
Many individuals believe
getting that first driver’s license
a right of passage – a testament
that adulthood and freedom have
arrived. In light of increased
scrutiny and legislation concerning
older drivers...Continued
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Guest Column |
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Family and Care in the Community
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By Mark Kostich
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Clinical literature has long
documented that animal
companionship can help the pain
and discomfort associated with
many of life’s greatest
transitions. Animal
companionship has helped during
the time of military transfers,
broken hearts, terminal
illnesses, lost loved ones and
teenagers going away to college. ...Continued
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Caretips |
Caring For An Elder From Far Away:
Geriatric Care Managers
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By Mark Ellerby
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I think the social isolation of people with
mental illnesses experienced as a result of the
policy of care in the community magnifies
the therapeutic importance of the family
immensely, even and especially whilst living in
Sheltered Accommodation.
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Last month I had
to quit my job to be a caregiver to
my spouse due to Alzheimer's, and who is
already disabled. I am 58yrs old and
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security. My husband receives
disability which now is our only
source of income. I can not seem to
find the right contact to apply for
financial assistance. I did qualify
for income for utility assistance
for our heat.
Do you know
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Caregiver's Income assistance?
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to us?
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