May is both Older Americans Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is a critical issue for older Americans, as one in five seniors “Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Dual Eligibles: An Opportunity for Advocates”
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Elder Financial Abuse and Medicaid Denials: Advocates can help older adults regain health and economic security
Elder abuse is broader than violence or neglect. Victims of elder abuse also suffer from financial exploitation, like a former legal services client, Mrs. Anderson “Elder Financial Abuse and Medicaid Denials: Advocates can help older adults regain health and economic security”