Caregiver charged with abusing elderly dementia patient in Michigan

Caregiver in Michigan charged with vulnerable adult abuse and torture after disturbing video of abuse towards elderly dementia patient surfaces. Authorities investigating possible involvement of multiple suspects and additional victims.

Assault on Elderly Woman in Queens, New York

A 16-year-old suspect pushed a grandmother down a flight of church steps, causing serious injuries and stealing her belongings before fleeing. The suspect was arrested by the NYPD and charged with robbery and assault.

Elderly Man Threatened with Fines for Graffiti on His Property

A 102-year-old wheelchair-bound resident of Oakland, California is being threatened with fines for being unable to remove graffiti painted on his fence by vandals. City officials handed him a citation demanding he remove the graffiti or face fines.

Aging Prison Population

The U.S. prison population is aging rapidly, with a significant increase in geriatric prisoners over the past few decades. Prisons are struggling to provide adequate health care for elderly inmates, leading to challenges in adapting facilities and staffing. Some states have built specialized units, but the overall system faces significant issues in caring for the aging population behind bars. Andre Gay, who spent over 50 years in prison, highlights the lack of proper care for elderly prisoners upon his release.