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According to the National Institute on Aging, millions of older adults fall victim to financial exploitation annually, with perpetrators often being family members or trusted caregivers. Understanding **what is taking advantage of the elderly financially** is the first step toward prevention and protection.
According to research from the American Society on Aging, over a quarter of care facility employees have either witnessed or suspected a coworker of stealing from residents. This stark reality highlights the serious issue of theft in nursing homes, a form of elder abuse that is more common than many people realize.
According to a study by the American Society on Aging, up to 25% of nursing home staff members admitted to witnessing or believing a coworker was stealing from residents. Understanding these risks is the first step in knowing how to prevent theft in a nursing home effectively.
