Elder abuse should not exist at all, but some seniors are the victims of abuse. Abuse often occurs with other problems, such as low income, health problems, poor mobility, etc. Caregivers are forgotten people who are getting insufficient support. Many caregivers are seniors themselves. Many caregivers do not know how to get services or do not have the energy to go for them.
Caregivers have minimal support.
Caregivers usually get no compensation. Policy Issue 4 Effect Neglect of mental illness and substance abuse policy. Mental illness, including depression, is common. Drug use problems exist. Mental illness problems not addressed.