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H.R. 5352, The Elder Abuse Victims Act of 2008
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Catherine
February 15, 2008, 1:23pm (report abuse)It is a sad commentary that such legislation is needed. Elders are revered in more civilized cultures, but are too often preyed upon in ours . . . they need protection.
Bob Wiggins
June 19, 2008, 9:46pm (report abuse)I recently lost my mother to Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse in Va. This bill is needed so badly to protect our elders and train our police department to become informed what they need to look for in Elder Neglect, they also need laws in place to properly proscute the person that abuse and neglect our Elder .
H.R. 6141 is another bill that needs to pass our Congress to protect and stop needless lose of LIFE.
I would love to answer any question inregards to experience with Elder Neglect and Abuse. Please remember, we all have mothers and fathers as well as the millions of young adults in our Nursing Homes.
Debra Garner
August 28, 2008, 4:36pm (report abuse)As a Forensic Doctor of Nursing Practice student focusing on elder abuse, I realize the need for such a bill. The bill contains defintions, which at this time vary among disciplines and areas of practice. It would create a community awareness of a problem that exists in this vulnerable population. As voters we should encourage others to assist in the passing of legislation that will awaken a problem of great magnitude and encourage resolution through community awareness and support!!!