It’s time to discuss the abuse of the elderly.
Last week, veteran actor Mickey Rooney addressed Congress and the Senate telling them the very sad story of how his stepson took control of his life. Rooney described how he felt….the shame, fear and abuse. Elderly people who are isolated from their families and social networks who are physically abused, meds withheld, and all their money stolen. Mickey said his stepson made sure that he could not make even the basic decisions on his life. He suffered for years in silence. He felt trapped, scared, useless and helpless.
Senator Herb Kohl, chairman of the Committee on Aging, is calling for an Office of Elder Justice within the Department of Justice.
If you know or think you know anyone who is being abused (child or adults) please call the police or contact your local Senator.
Seniors DON'T allow anyone to hurt you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thumbs down for elderly abuse
Extra thumbs down for Mickey Rooney’s stepson [BOO BOO]
Thumbs up for Senator Kohl
Have a really fun day!!!!!!!!!!!!
Grannie B
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