NC nurse indicted on sexual exploitation of 3 mentally, physically incapacitated patients

Currituck County jurors indicted a nurse anesthetist on charges of sexually abusing patients, including a 16-year-old, under the pretext of medical treatment.  Source: NC nurse indicted on sexual exploitation of 3 mentally, physically incapacitated patients

We can all do our bit to prevent financial abuse

Those who work in professional services are often best placed to spot early warning signs, allowing action to be takenby Rachel WallerThe Financial Conduct Authority recently revealed survey data showing that just four in ten vulnerable customers had made financial services providers aware of their specific needs. It also found a lack of training to address such needs, and ineffective monitoring once identified. Yet ironically, those employed in professional services are often best placed to spot signs of financial abuse — and without their vigilance, the perpetrators can escape scrutiny. And financial abuse is increasing. Hourglass, a specialist charity that targets abuse and exploitation of older people, cites a nearly 50 per cent rise in calls from victims. Likewise, the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Step) reports that 70 per cent of its UK members, including solicitors and those helping clients with estate and wealth planning, have observed instances[…]

Mass. man accused of embezzling more than $300K from elderly family member

“This case illustrates one of the most common forms of elder abuse, the financial exploitation by a trusted family member.”By Dialynn DwyerA Chelmsford man was arraigned Monday on charges he embezzled more than $300,000 from an elderly family member, authorities announced. Eric Borghetti, 51, pleaded not guilty to five counts of embezzlement by a fiduciary, the Middlesex County District Attorney’s office said in a statement. Prosecutors allege that in September 2019, Borghetti was living with the elderly woman at her Chelmsford home when a fire destroyed the house and injured the victim. Shortly afterward, she allegedly appointed Borghetti to serve as her fiduciary, acting in her best interests, with a Durable Power of Attorney. “The language of the DPOA did not authorize Mr. Borghetti to receive compensation or gifts in connection with his duties under the DPOA,” the DA’s office said. Shortly after the appointment, Borghetti allegedly added himself to the victim’s bank account.[…]

Bodycam in Connecticut house of horrors shows suspect after stepson's fiery escape

Kimberly Sullivan allegedly held her stepson in captivity for 20 years in Waterbury, ConnecticutBy Peter D'AbroscaPolice question Kimberly Sullivan at scene of fire Kimberly Sullivan tells police her stepson, whom she allegedly locked in a storage closet for 20 years, was free to leave the room as he pleased. (Courtesy: Waterbury Police Department) Bodycam footage from the Waterbury Police Department shows suspected Connecticut child abuser Kimberly Sullivan denying that her stepson, who was allegedly locked in a storage closet in their home for 20 years, was imprisoned in the house. According to the footage obtained by Fox News Digital, one of Sullivan's two daughters arrived at the scene shortly after authorities on Feb. 17, when police said her 32-year-old stepson set fire in the house to escape decades of captivity and abuse.Sullivan's daughter picked her up in a black Acura, where they waited nearby as firefighters extinguished the blaze, and as Sullivan's[…]

Elder abuse cases spike within the last few years

Source: Elder abuse cases spike within the last few years

Craig Case Found Guilty in $690K Montecito Elder Fraud and Theft Case

A Santa Barbara jury on Thursday found local security company owner and part-time TV host Craig Case guilty on 63 of 64 counts related to the embezzlement of nearly $700,000 Source:Craig Case Found Guilty in $690K Montecito Elder Fraud and Theft Case

Find out why AARP wants stronger elder fraud protection

By Jordan Vallone With thousands of older New Yorkers losing more than $200 million annually to scams, AARP New York is urging legislative leaders to join Gov. Kathy Hochul in including consumer protections in the final state budget to combat elder financial fraud. A coalition — including the chairs of the state Legislature’s Aging Committees, other lawmakers, the state police superintendent and a credit union industry security expert — highlighted the growing crisis during a news conference Monday at the state Capitol. More than 4,300 New Yorkers age 60 and older lost a total of $203.4 million in 2023, the fourth highest total of any state, according to an FBI report. That amounts to roughly $557,000 per day — or $23,200 per hour — lost to financial exploitation. The average victim lost $47,000. “These numbers are appalling, and they’re made worse by the fact that so many of the victims[…]

Service dogs transform lives of disabled man in South Florida

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Attorney General Brown Announces Sentencing Of Caregiver For Financial Exploitation Of A Vulnerable Adult

BALTIMORE, MD (March 21, 2025) – Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced the sentencing of Tavonia Stackhouse, 47, of Randallstown, Maryland, and Monica Brown, 49, of Baltimore, Maryland, relating to the financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult while the victim lived at Rescuing Hearts Assisted Living Facility in Baltimore City. Stackhouse owned the assisted living facility and Brown was a caretaker at the facility.From August of 2022 to May of 2023, Stackhouse and Brown used the bank account of a vulnerable adult who lived at their assisted living facility as if it were their own. When the vulnerable adult confronted them, Stackhouse and Brown said the victim was delusional and aggressive. This allegation led to the victim being hospitalized and later relocated to a different facility.“Residents of assisted living facilities depend on their caretakers to look out for their best interests—not to exploit them,” said Attorney General Brown. “Financial[…]

Attorney General Bonta: Unlicensed Room and Board Operator Charged with Grand Theft from an Elder

OAKLAND– California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced that felony grand theft charges have been filed against an unlicensed Room and Board Operator who allegedly stole from an elder resident while the resident was hospitalized. The California Department of Justice initiated an investigation based on a complaint referral from Contra Costa County Adult Protective Services regarding allegations of financial exploitation, neglect, psychological abuse, and isolation at unlicensed facilities operated in Contra Costa. The investigation revealed from May to September 2021, the Room and Board Operator fraudulently withdrew money on multiple occasions from the elder adult’s bank account.     “Caregivers of seniors and dependent adults bear a significant responsibility to prioritize the safety and overall health of those in their care,” said Attorney General Bonta. “At the California Department of Justice, we are dedicated to combating all forms of elder abuse and neglect. We will act swiftly to hold accountable anyone who harms or takes advantage of these at-risk members of our community.”   The complaint was filed[…]

Carthage couple charged with stealing from elderly

by John HackerCARTHAGE, Mo. — Two Carthage residents face criminal charges related to stealing from an elderly Carthage resident over a period of about three years.Wendy Beth Harris, 46, and Casey Harris, 49, both of Carthage, were charged Tuesday with one felony count each of financial exploitation of an elder and stealing. Wendy Harris was also charged with fraudulent use of a credit or debit device.A probable-cause statement filed Tuesday by Carthage Detective Trent McMain said the victim, who was more than 70 years old, had more than $270,000 taken from her checking and savings in the form of checks written to Wendy Harris, Casey Harris and a company named Harris Renovations.Police say Harris Renovations is a company the two own and founded in 2016.The company’s website, https://harrisrenovations llc.com/about-harris- renovations, says Casey and Wendy Harris are husband and wife.The thefts are alleged to have happened between Jan. 1, 2022, and[…]

AG Nessel Marks 6th Anniversary of Elder Abuse Task Force

March 25, 2025 LANSING – Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is recognizing the sixth anniversary of the Elder Abuse Task Force, applauding its efforts to protect Michigan’s aging population. Since its launch in 2019, the Task Force has united more than 55 different organizations in the public, private and nonprofit sectors to combat elder abuse and reduce barriers affecting seniors.  “Over the past six years, the Elder Abuse Task Force has played a crucial role in raising public awareness about equipping communities with the tools to identify and prevent elder abuse,” Nessel said. “I am incredibly proud of the Task Force’s work, from successfully advocating for stronger legal protections to publishing best practices for investigating elder abuse allegations and holding abusers accountable. But there is still more work to do. We will continue to push for long-overdue reforms to ensure every Michigander is treated with dignity and respect.” “It is an honor[…]

'Appalling findings': Audit of Florida's guardianship watchdog agency exposes guardianship failures

OPPG received 174 complaints against professional guardians in two years but rarely took action An audit of the Office of Public and Professional Guardians shows systematic failures, including failure to develop and implement monitoring tools to make sure guardians comply with the law.By: Adam WalserTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The Florida Auditor has released a scathing report involving the Office of Public and Professional Guardians or OPPG.Under guardianship, a judge takes away a person’s rights and appoints someone to manage their finances and other aspects of their lives.State lawmakers created OPPG to police guardians and protect wards under their care, like Willi Berchau, whose story prompted the creation of the watchdog agency in 2015.Since OPPG opened, millions of tax dollars have been spent on funding the agency, even though auditors say it is failing some of Florida’s most vulnerable seniors. “They can do whatever they want with you”The I-Team's investigation into Florida's[…]

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I don't think she's closer to freedom. I think they've got her and they're making plenty of money "protecting" her, so they're not going to let go.

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She really needs to be quiet and let her attorneys speak for her.

My family is in a copycat case of Smoron - Manzo L...

My family is in a copycat case of Smoron - Manzo Legacy Fraud & Probate Theft. Even more egregious than the Smoron case. Rick Green now works for the state of CT. When we contacted him he just blew us off. Indigent elderly Beneficiaries of a CT resident have been defrauded of over $10 million of property snd income willed to them since the 2018 death of the testator.

This could really help people. So many can't ...

This could really help people. So many can't afford a lawyer.

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It just makes me want to cry...

Sickening. My prayers are with the 82 year old wo...

Sickening. My prayers are with the 82 year old woman.

I am glad the spotlight is still on this story.

I am glad the spotlight is still on this story.

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You can join other like-minded Oregon victims of Ann Yela by sending an email to allies4elders@gmail.com

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2024 ongoing theft and medical neglect. SSA KNOWS,...

2024 ongoing theft and medical neglect. SSA KNOWS, ATTORNEY GENERAL KNOWS, STRUSSI OFFICE KNOWS, JOE PITTMEN OFFICE KNOWS, ADULT PROCTIVE SERVICES KNOW, BOB CASEY'S OFFICE KNOWS, DiISTRICT ATTORNEY OFFICE KNOWS, YET Nothing is done to protect our elderly , and disabled. HER WE ARE 10 Years later. Won't anyone stop these MONSTERS?DISTINIVE HUMAN SERVICES ARE KILLING OUR FAMILY!

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I'm only only one that notices nobody goes to jail for these crimes. 45 million to these monsters, is a parking ticket.

Why Longtime Britney Spears Fans Are Demanding to #FreeBritney

It all starts with the singer’s conservatorship that dates back to 2008. By Bianca Betancourt Jul 14 2021, 6:01 pm EDT For nearly half of Britney Spears’s decades-long career as a world-renowned pop star, the “Womanizer” singer hasn’t held full control of her life. Britney has been under a conservatorship helmed by her father, Jamie Spears, since the singer’s infamous breakdown 12 years ago, which resulted in hospitalization and rehab. Though the stigma surrounding Spears’s mental health battles has followed ... The post Why Longtime Britney Spears Fans Are Demanding to #FreeBritney appeared first on Guardian Abuse Cases.

Margaret Dore Bulletin

March 2007 Bar Bulletin A Call for Executive Oversight of Guardians By Margaret K. Dore  With increasing numbers of Americans living longer, many are finding themselves under guardianship. The guardian appointed may be a family member or friend, or a “professional” guardian or guardianship company. In many cases, the guardian is honest and hardworking. Unfortunately, in some cases, however, the guardian abuses or exploits the ward. The exact magnitude of this problem is not known, but the names of articles ... The post Margaret Dore Bulletin appeared first on Guardian Abuse Cases.

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Alzheimer’s and Dementia and Guardianship and Conservatorship

Guardianship Abuse Report Submitted to the United Nations

REPORT TO THE SPECIAL RAPPORTEUR ON TORTURE, UNITED NATIONS ADULT GUARDIANSHIP AS A FORM OF TORTURE IN THE UNITED STATES   SUBMITTED BY ITHACA PO Box 50, PMB 207 Lake Arrowhead, California 92352 December 5, 2016 CONTENTS:   REPORT ON GUARDIANSHIP TO THE SPECIAL RAPPORTEUR ON TORTURE Overview of Guardianships in the United States Guardianship Abuse and the Definition of Torture Forced Drugging and Torture Retaliation Against Guardianship Activists Exhaustion of Domestic Remedies A “Kinder, Gentler” Holocaust APPENDIX Attorneys’ ... The post Guardianship Abuse Report Submitted to the United Nations appeared first on Guardian Abuse Cases.

Guardian Abuse, a Criminal Fraud that Will Destroy Your Life

Guardian Abuse cases website was created to warn senior citizens about a form of legalized robbery the courts call guardianship. Memorial Day is approaching; we felt it was time to honor the countless senior victims of an American legal system that has blatantly turned against them. We decided to conduct extensive research around the country in an effort to find important author quotes about the crime of guardian abuse. In this article we will amplify upon ... The post Guardian Abuse, a Criminal Fraud that Will Destroy Your Life appeared first on Guardian Abuse Cases.

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