Michigan’s Elder Abuse Task Force is focusing on the rights of nursing home residents. A new video makes the public aware of the rights of residents of nursing homes and what to do if rights have been violated.
The video explains how to recognize, report, and prevent adult abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The Task Force advocates for building relationships with the elderly in order to recognize their needs and potential neglect or abuse.
Financial abuse is a common form of elder exploitation. Signs of financial abuse include unpaid bills, unusual changes in spending patterns such as checks made out to cash, missing household items, and large purchases such as a car for someone who doesn’t drive. Changes to wills and deeds are also a red flag as to an elder being taken advantage of.
Suspected cases of elder abuse can be reported to the Michigan Office of Attorney General or by calling the hotline at 855-444-3911.
A link to the Elder Abuse Task Force video can be found at WGRT.com.
https://www.michigan.gov/ag/0,4534,7-359-82917_107074—,00.html
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
