Government Commits To Tackling Elder Abuse

Government Commits To Tackling Elder Abuse

The Turnbull Government has extended its commitment to tackling elder abuse, with a $2 million boost to the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) as new figures reinforce the importance of the national service. Minister for Aged Care, Ken Wyatt AM, said the funding...
Astronaut in Elder Abuse Battle

Astronaut in Elder Abuse Battle

Astronaut Buzz Aldrin has found himself in court arguing for his own mental competence in an elder abuse battle. Mr. Aldrin, 88, who set foot on moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, has gone to court to try and prevent two of his children and a former business...
Should Elder Abusers Inherit?

Should Elder Abusers Inherit?

Should elder abusers who financially exploit their older victims still stand to inherit the estate of the victim? In recent years, Washington and several other states in the United States have expanded their legislation to disqualify persons from inheriting when they...