By The Leaders, 01/21/2024
“…”Powers of Attorney are often signed by older persons to allow a trusted relative or friend to conduct their financial affairs when they are no longer able. The vast majority carry out these duties in a caring and responsible way but there has been an increase in the number of cases of abuse using these powers.”…”
Read the entire article: https://www.theleader.com.au/story/8488021/strengthening-laws-for-powers-of-attorney-to-prevent-elder-financial-abuse/
By Wallet Hub, 12/13/2023
“…WalletHub is raising awareness of this critical issue by comparing the 50 states and the District of Columbia based on 16 key indicators of elder abuse protection in 3 overall categories…”
Read the entire article: https://wallethub.com/edu/states-with-best-elder-abuse-protection/28754
By The Conversation, 11/09/2023
“…Each year, many older Australians experience abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, usually at the hands of their adult children or other close relatives…”
Read the entire article: https://theconversation.com/about-1-in-6-older-australians-experiences-elder-abuse-here-are-the-reasons-they-dont-get-help-216827
