Elderly abuse reaches alarming levels

By Ten News on 06/16/2017

“…It also discovered numerous cases of manipulative adults who are withholding grandchildren from their Grandparents, unless financial demands are met.

Their report concluded that their needs to be a tough news national plan to protect elderly Australians, according to the ABC, when releasing their findings, the ALRC urged the Federal Government to seize a “once in a lifetime opportunity” to end financial, physical and emotional abuse of the elderly. …”

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First of its kind shelter helps abused Texas men who have been long overlooked

By Dallas News on 06/15/2017

“…Jeff was fortunate. Three weeks ago,  he left home with his two daughters after years of emotional and physical abuse from his wife. After being turned away from women’s shelters, which he contacted partly because he had two daughters, he found temporary sanctuary at the Family Place’s recently opened 22-bed safe house exclusively for battered men and their children. …”

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College student arrested for making up rape story

By NY Post on 06/12/2017

“…A Georgia college student faces charges after she falsely reported to police that she was raped while on an evening jog, officials said.

Rebekah Lim, 19, was arrested Monday after investigators determined she lied about her May 24 police report, according to the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. …”

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What about men?: Challenging the MRA claim of a domestic violence conspiracy

By ABC on 06/19/2017

“…It’s a simple figure – one in three – but it opens a box of big questions: why don’t we hear more about these men? Are we spending too much on female victims? Are we unfairly judging men, assuming they are offenders? Who are these women beating up men in their own homes? …”

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Seven Tips For Protecting Clients From Elder Abuse

By Wealth Management on 06/09/2017

“…Families must put strategies in place that address the possibility of mental impairment and establish checks and balances to ensure the appropriate safekeeping of their loved ones’ financial assets. According to Jonathan Fitzgerald, director of wealth and fiduciary planning at Wilmington Trust, with the increase in robo-advisor solutions in particular, it’s more important than ever to look at the role active managers can play in protecting elderly individuals from making poor investment decisions. Here are some of his suggestions. …”

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Elder abuse is public health problem

By Democrat and Chronicle on 06/10/2017

“…June 15 marks the observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day to raise awareness about the social and public health problem of elder mistreatment. Communities around the world take stock of how they can work together to protect older citizens from abuse. …”

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7-Year-Old Going On Mini-Tour For Anti-Bullying Book

By WFMY on 06/11/2017

“…“Overall, I think it’s just been a really fun experience,” said Duane Chapman, Nation’s father.

Three months later, Nation is 7 years old. With the help of his parents, he’s sold more than 300 books online and created anti-bullying action films on YouTube. …”

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REVERE SCHOOL STANDS TALL AGAINST BULLYING

By Item Live on 06/09/2017

“…“There are few schools that stand out for their attitude where kids can safely learn,” said Rusty Sullivan, executive director of the Sports Museum, author of the Boston vs. Bullies program. 

The effort is funded by the Highland Street Foundation, a Newton nonprofit whose mission it to help children and families, and New Balance, the Boston athletic footwear company. …”

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