Most elder abuse cases go unreported in New York. Here's how to spot the signs.

A report from the NYC Department of Aging shows 15% of 8,600 older adults surveyed admitted to experiencing some form of elder abuse.
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‘It’s an unseen epidemic:’ Substance abuse disorder rising among older adults, expert says

SAN ANTONIO – As Americans are living longer and longer, substance abuse disorder is becoming more prevalent in older adults. One in 11 adults over the age of 60 has a substance abuse disorder, ...
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Police offer safety tips for older adults as search for Nancy Guthrie continues

PARAGOULD, Ark. (KAIT) - The search for Nancy Guthrie entered its ninth day with investigators reporting no suspects or leads in the case involving the 84-year-old mother of “TODAY Show” host Savannah ...

Elder abuse agencies reject cases experts say they should investigate as Pa. scales back oversight

Shortly after 10 a.m. on March 31, the state’s elder abuse hotline got a call about a 65-year-old woman who was potentially at imminent risk of danger.

5 facts about agency that investigates abuse and neglect of older Mainers

Questions and answers about Adult Protective Services and how it operates.