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State to get stricter with assisted living homes
Gov. Katie Hobbs signed sweeping legislation Monday designed to give state health officials more authority to monitor, fine and put assisted living facilities that endanger patients out of business.
Arizona court to weigh if media can see secret records
The ultimate outcome of the case could determine whether government agencies can use laws designed to protect the privacy of some individuals to create exceptions from broad state statutes that generally make government records a matter of public concern.
World Elder Abuse Day shines light on incidents
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. And while Arizona has in years past made strides in reducing elder abuse and the exploitation of other vulnerable adults, thousands of seniors each month continue to report incidents of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
Bill to strengthen regulation of care facilities gets initial approval
The Senate took the first legislative step toward better protecting some of the state’s vulnerable adults today.
Adult Protective Services cuts backlog by 75 percent
In response to the Feb. 15 article “From X-rays to highways, backlogs affect several state agencies,” I would like to provide additional information regarding Adult Protective Services (APS).
Supreme Court: Hospitals are subject to laws protecting vulnerable adults
Saying the elderly can be abused anywhere, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled June 30 that hospitals can be sued under special laws designed to protect vulnerable adults.
