Elder Abuse on Long Island: Understanding the Issue
About 260,000 older adults in New York are likely affected by elder abuse each year, according to a 2011 study.
Experts note that stigma leads to underreporting, with approximately 23 cases going unreported for every one reported case in New York State.
If your adult child were abusing you financially, emotionally or physically, what would you do?
The "Under the Radar: New York State Elder Abuse Prevalence Study" remains the most recent and definitive study on elder abuse prevalence, confirmed by a spokesperson for the state Office for the Aging.
Organizations like the Safe Observant Seniors — "SOS" — program at the Family & Children’s Association in Garden City work to address this issue, with directors like Jeanne Cacciatore meeting with clients to provide support.
Autor's summary: Elder abuse affects many on Long Island.