The “National Silver Alert Act” would create a federal program modeled after the AMBER Alert and provide federal coordination and assistance to local and state law enforcement agencies.
Year: 2013
Scamming Elder Couple Results in Boulder County, Colorado Conviction
A 54-year-old woman was convicted Wednesday in Boulder District Court on felony theft charges for scamming an elderly Boulder couple of almost $600,000 over the span of seven years.
Falls in Nursing Homes
Falls in Nursing Homes Falls among nursing home residents occur frequently and repeatedly. About 1,800 older adults living in nursing homes die each year from fall-related injuries and those who…
Sepsis in Nursing Homes
Sepsis, an infection caused by bacteria entering through open wounds on the body, or through IV lines or catheters, continues to be a serious issue in nursing homes throughout the…
Mandatory Reporting Signed into Law!
On Thursday, May 16, 2013, Governor Hickenlooper signed SB 13-111 – Concerning Abuse of At-Risk Adults and Making an Appropriation, into law. The bill was sponsored by Sen. Evie Hudak and Reps.…
Elder Abuse Mandatory Reporting Bill Clears CO Senate
The bill would require doctors, nurses, social workers, clergy members, law enforcement officers, nursing home staff, home health care workers and others to report any neglect or abuse of anyone…
Elders and Driving
Elder drivers are understandably reluctant to give up the car keys — the ability to drive may be their only way to access friends, food, health care and other necessities.…