Elder Abuse

Lisa Pecaro: Shining a Light on Elder Abuse

Lisa Pecaro: Shining a Light on Elder Abuse

Today, we mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a day that resonates painfully with the mission we uphold at United Nursing Services. It's disheartening to realize such a day is necessary, as our aim is to spread love, care, and smiles among our elderly clients. It is an unfortunate reality that elder abuse exists, with studies indicating that 4-6% of elderly individuals face some form of abuse, often underreported. Abuse can range from neglect to financial exploitation, even extending to physical or sexual violence. At UNS, our team is trained to identify and report elder abuse, adhering strictly to…
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