Senator Joey Hensley, MD

New laws target elder abuse and protect vulnerable adults

Caring for aging adults is an essential aspect of fostering a compassionate and functioning society. Every year in the General Assembly we make improvements to our laws to better protect vulnerable populations in Tennessee – including elderly adults. As life expectancy increases due to advancements in healthcare, more individuals are living longer, which makes elder care an even more pressing issue. And unfortunately, there are bad actors who seek to take advantage of elderly adults. Below are some of the newest laws in our state to pro...