Please review the readings and consider the following in your discussion post: What do you know about the elder abuse laws in your state?Do older adults have the right to live unsafely if they choose?

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Please review the readings and consider the following in your discussion post:

  • What do you know about the elder abuse laws in your state?
  • Do older adults have the right to live unsafely if they choose?
  • How can elder abuse be prevented?
  • What did you learn about self-neglect relating to older adults?
  • What is the role of a Social Worker in preventing elder abuse and ensuring the safety of older adults?

References:

https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/elderabuse/fastfact.html

https://www.agingcare.com/articles/the-hidden-dangers-of-elder-self-neglect-146760.htm

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/elder-abuse