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Princess Diaries star Erik von Detten accused of 'elder abuse and fraud'

Former actor Erik von Detten has been accused of elder abuse and fraud in a lawsuit filed in May with the Superior Court of California. Shelia and Norman Greenberg, aged 85 and 97, allege that he and Rosland Capital, a now-bankrupt precious-metal firm, pressed them to buy gold they say was overpriced. The couple claim they paid more than $2.1 million for coins worth $1.3 million and invested a further $114,000 after their retirement funds ran low. They seek a jury trial and damages.

The Conversation AU· This weekHealth

One in six older people experience abuse in NZ, with psychological harm most common

Around one in six older New Zealanders living in the community, or more than 250,000 people, experience some form of abuse, according to a newly released study. Psychological harm was the most common form, followed by financial, cultural and spiritual, physical, neglect and sexual harm. The study estimates abuse costs New Zealand at least NZ$1.8 billion a year. Māori, Pasifika, disabled people, rainbow communities and people in poorer areas reported higher rates of harm. Family members, including partners and children, were frequently identified as those responsible.

Surf Coast Times· A while agoHealth

Free expo connects older residents with local support

Older people in Geelong can explore local services, make social connections and learn about dementia at a free expo next week. The Changing Mind & Positive Ageing Expo will bring together almost 40 local organisations and community groups as part of Victorian Seniors Month. Held at the Geelong Bowls Club on Friday 23 October from 10.30am to 2.30pm, it will cover healthy ageing, legal rights, volunteering and support services. Four speakers will present on ageing, dementia, wellbeing and social connection. Tickets are available through Trybooking.

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Princess Diaries star Erik von Detten accused of 'elder abuse and fraud'

One in six older people experience abuse in NZ, with psychological harm most common

Free expo connects older residents with local support

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Princess Diaries star Erik von Detten accused of 'elder abuse and fraud'

One in six older people experience abuse in NZ, with psychological harm most common

Free expo connects older residents with local support