Elder Abuse Seen Growing as Awareness Trails Behind
Sharon Merriman-Nai of the University of Delaware warns elder abuse numbers are rising as protections lag. Experts note underreporting due to embarrassment and fear of family estrangement, with cases often uncovered by chance and tips to county protective services.
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Elder Abuse Affects Up to Two Million Seniors Each Year
The report notes elder abuse spans physical harm neglect financial misuse and social isolation. It cites NYCs Weinberg Center and Cedar Village Ohio as models while highlighting cutbacks in Ohio and rising financial scams against seniors.
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Community tournament offers cash prizes and consolation bracket
The event allows men and women in a double elimination format with cash payouts for top three and refunds for fourth and fifth. A $15 consolation tournament follows after round three with same entry payout percentages. Concessions and a 50/50 raffle are planned.
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