This source details a distressing case of elder neglect in Pennsylvania involving the discovery of Cynthia Bouffard’s skeletal remains inside her home. Although she died of natural causes related to dementia, her son and primary caregiver, Derrick Bouffard, allegedly lived with her decomposing body for approximately two weeks without reporting her death. Evidence suggests he used fans and baking soda to mask the odor of decay while continuing his daily routine of ordering food. The episode examines the legal charges of abusing a corpse filed against him and explores the psychological complexities of caregiver burnout and denial. Ultimately, the narrative serves as a somber reflection on the hidden struggles of families managing terminal illness and the critical need for community vigilance regarding elder care.

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