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Theft in Aged Care: A Rising Concern

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Police in Victoria grapple with a surge in reported thefts in aged care homes, with over forty thousand dollars in jewelry stolen from a ninety-seven-year-old woman. Despite a rise in reported cases, experts believe many more go unreported. Families and residents face heartbreak and extra risks due to physical decline and dementia. Kew Botanica Community Care is investigating recent jewelry thefts, while advocates recommend avoiding valuables or using lockable storage. Officials are stepping up quality checks and incident reporting to protect vulnerable seniors.

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