As 2011 has arrived, it is estimated that nationwide 10,000 more Baby Boomers will turn 65 every day. With that comes a greater need to promote awareness and understanding of elder abuse.

Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) officials are concerned that elder abuse may be a growing problem in Oregon as it is nationally. National studies estimate that as many as five million seniors have experienced abuse, but only about 20 percent of abuse cases are reported.