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Winter weather can look lovely, but it creates serious safety risks, especially for older adults. Snow, ice, freezing temperatures, and reduced daylight can significantly impact an elder’s physical health and mental well-being....

Pennsylvania just took a major step toward protecting one of its most vulnerable populations: older adults. The state’s first dedicated Older Adult Advocacy Center has opened its doors in Lackawanna County, offering a...

As our loved ones age, we discover that there are an endless number of threats to their safety. One of the most unsettling revelations is that our loved one may be a threat to themselves, as they are no longer willing or able to...

In spring 2025, the media reported that Pennsylvania had ceased collecting and analyzing information on elder abuse and neglect resulting in death. This failure to track deaths is particularly troubling, since the death rates...

Here’s some good news for the Pennsylvania aging population: State legislators have introduced a bipartisan measure to increase transparency and accountability in the state’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). This bill...

Planning for older age can be emotionally challenging and involves letting go of control of your finances. While we all hope our family, friends, and caregivers will have our best interests at heart, sometimes those we are about...

It’s both devastating and infuriating to realize that a beloved elder has been taken advantage of or abused by someone they are supposed to trust. Unfortunately, elder abuse is an all too common occurrence these days in...

Americans now live longer than ever before. As people age, they may need assistance with daily routines, including bathing and preparing meals for themselves. This kind of dependency can make them vulnerable to elder abuse–...

Elder Abuse Is a Nationwide Problem Elder abuse is a serious problem nationwide, affecting 1 in 10 seniors. Abuse can manifest in many forms, including financial, physical, emotional, as well as neglect issues. What makes the...

It can be heartbreaking to watch a loved one grow older and more frail. But it’s devastating to see them fall prey to elder abuse, particularly by those close to them or in a position of trust. Elder abuse can take a variety...

As Pennsylvania’s elderly population grows, so does the threat of financial exploitation. With nearly 2 million residents over 65 and the fastest-growing group being those 85 and older, Pennsylvania has the third-highest...

A news article in the Philadelphia Tribune, written by staff writer Sherry Stone, spotlighted the issue of increasing elder abuse in the form of financial fraud in Pennsylvania based on reports from the Philadelphia Corporation...