Advocacy Organizations
Action on Elder Abuse, American Society of Adult Abuse Professionals and , Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, ElderAngels, International Network for the Prevention of Elder , National Committee to Prevent Elder Abuse - NCPEA, Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Financial Abuse
Variable Annuity Fraud, APRI White Collar Crime Program, California Community Partnership for the Preventio, Challenges in Combating Predatory Lending, Clergy Against Senior Exploitation - CASE, Elder Abuse - California, Los Angeles District Att, Elderly People and the Law - Australian Broadcast, Fighting Fraud Against Older Consumers, Financial Crimes Against the Elderly, Fraud: Targeting America's Seniors, NASAA Investor Education and Tips
Forensics
Elder Abuse Forensic Center, Gray Crimes, Maine Elder Death Analysis Review Team (MEDART), MG Consulting, The Clinical and Medical Forensics of Elder Abuse , The Hidden Health Menace of Elder Abuse, What Physicians Can and Should Do
Guardianships
Justice For Florida Seniors, Performance Audit of Selected Court Conservatorshi, Queens County Grand Jury Report Concerning Thefts , Retirement Nightmare, Stolen Lives - AARP Magazine, Under Court, Vulnerable Became Victims - Washingto, Victims of Guardians, Who's watching the guardians? - Free Press Re
Nursing Home
A Perfect Cause, Aged Care Crisis, Association for Protection of the Elderly (APE), California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform, CMS Reports to Congress, Commitment to Care: A Plan for Long Term Care in O, Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes, Elderly Abused at 1 in 3 Nursing Homes - ABCNEWS.c, Elderly Locked up at Nursing Home - Asahi Shimbun, Foundation Aiding The Elderly (FATE)
Sexual Abuse
Addressing Elder Sexual Abuse: Developing a Commun, Annotated Bibliography on Elder Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence in Later Life and Sexual Assault, Older Women: Hidden Sexual Abuse Victims, Predators in America's Nursing Homes, Sex Offenders in Nursing Homes: Legal Issues of Re, Sex Offenders Living in Florida Nursing Homes - 10
A Day in the Life of Adult Protective Services
The County Welfare Directors Association of California presents a detailed profile of abuse reports received and the situations to which APS social workers respond.
Abused Seniors Turn to Alameda Court for Help
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The California Bar Journal describes the special elder abuse court session created by Alameda County Superior Court Judge Julie Conger.
Adult Protective Services Investigation Report
The Inspector General for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission documents a breakdown of APS services placing seniors at risk in this extensive 2004 report.
Alcohol and Elder Abuse Cases
Explores the relationship between substance abuse and elder abuse, co-dependency and special challenges to providing services.
Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly
From the University of Delaware, this computerized collection of elder abuse resources and materials includes over 3,700 holdings and can be searched.
Crimes Against Persons Age 65 or Older, 1992-1997
U.S. Department of Justice study of violence and property crimes against the elderly with a focus on trends, gender, race, income and victim-offender relationship.
Elder Abuse
From a social worker's point of view: types of Elder Abuse, causes and prevention.
Elder Abuse - California, East Bay
Prevention, information and resources guide. Offers warning signs of elder abuse and identifies mandatory reporters.
Elder Abuse - Illinois
From the University of Illinois, this site provides definitions, case studies, victim and abuser profiles. Includes local telephone numbers to report abuse.
Elder Abuse - Indiana, Clark County Prosecuting At
Examines the causes of elder abuse. Includes applicable Indiana laws and Adult Protective Services information.
Elder Abuse - New York State and Monroe County
Examples and definition of elder abuse in New York State. Includes a resource directory and local hotlines.
Elder Abuse - Policy Evolution
Overview of trends leading to current policies relating to Elder Abuse and Neglect. Includes prosecutions, initiatives and law enforcement units.
Elder Abuse and Neglect
From Webster University, this site examines the problem of abuse and neglect as well as its potential causes. Gives suggestions for intervening and discusses self-neglect.
Elder Abuse and Neglect
This APA Office on Aging site describes the different types of abuse and neglect, why abuse occurs, warning signs, caregiver issues, cultural issues and reporting guidelines.
Elder Abuse Prevention - Administration on Aging F
Defines five types of elder abuse/neglect. Describes the role of the Administration on Aging; Includes 1996 statistics of elder abuse incidents.
Elder Abuse: Second Report of Session 2003-04
House of Commons Health Committee comprehensive study of elder abuse, a hidden and often ignored problem in British society.
Elder Justice and Protection - Stopping the Abuse
U.S. Senate hearing of August 20, 2003 to examine the problem of elder abuse and issues related to prevention, reporting and prosecution.
Elder Mistreatment
The National Academy of Sciences offers this draft report on elder mistreatment, abuse, neglect and exploitation in an aging America.
Elderly Parents Abandoned at Hospitals - Arab News
February 2005 report describing three neglect cases involving elderly Saudis.
eMedicine - Elder Abuse
Article by Laurel H Krouse,M.D. offering guidelines for emergency physicians.
Evaluation of Oregon's Response to Adult and
This report to the Oregon Attorney General Elder Abuse Task Force reviews funding, best practices and adult protective services in Ohio, Texas, Utah and Wisconsin.
First Response to Elderly Victims of Crime 2001
From the U.S. Department of Justice, guidelines for law enforcement officers responding to elderly victims of crime.
Lawmakers Fail on Oversight Legislation - Newsday.
Comprehensive investigation on the lack of regulation over assisted living facilities in New York State, from staff reporter Lauren Terrazzano.
National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
Offers fact sheets, reporting numbers, news, a list of NCEA publications, bibliographies, statistics and resources.
National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCA
Focuses on program development, policy, technical assistance and training addressing the nexus between domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse.
NDAA Policy Positions on Elder Abuse, Neglect and
The National District Attorneys Association studies the magnitude of the problem and reviews best practices.
Nonfatal Physical Assaults Related Injuries in Sen
Center for Disease Control study among persons aged 60 and above, treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments.
Not Forgotten
The Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services offers this comprehensive review of issues facing vulnerable adults including abuse, isolation, fraud, exploitation and self-neglect.
OakNet - Older Adult Knowledge Network
Describes different types of abuse in non-institutional settings and how Canadian law protects elders. Includes case stories written from the seniors' perspective.
Older Adults' Personal Relationships
Report by the Law Commission of Canada on elder abuse.
Prevention of Elder Abuse
The World Health Organization explains its global response to the problem. Includes the Toronto Declaration and focus group reports from eight countries.
Prosecutor's Brief
The California District Attorney Association offers a comprehensive series of articles on the challenges of elder abuse prosecution.
Rural Victimization Project
Competency-based training manual to help elder services staff and volunteers in rural areas identify and assist isolated victims of elder domestic abuse.
SafeState: California Elder Abuse Media Campaign
California Attorney General resource providing information on prevention, community forums, news release and television spots.
Saving our Seniors - Preventing Elder Abuse, Negle
United States Senate hearing of June 14, 2001 before the Special Committee on Aging.
State of Oregon Governor's Elder Abuse Task F
This public safety review team issued its final report in October 2004 and gives comprehensive recommendations to protect vulnerable adults in the state.
Texas Elder Abuse and Mistreatment Institute (TEAM
Strives to improve the lives of abused or neglected elders through interdisciplinary geriatric clinical care, education and research. Includes case studies.
The Restorative Justice Approaches to Elder Abuse
Conflict Resolution Network Canada ongoing collaborative project between eight community organizations within the Waterloo Region. Includes a project manual.
TokyoNow: Efforts Under Way to Stem Abuse of Elder
Includes statistics, a review of cultural factors and recommendations to prevent abuse of seniors in Japan.
U.S. Senate Elder Justice Hearings - June 18, 2002
The U.S. Senate Committee on Finance makes available the full statement of Members and witnesses on protecting seniors from abuse and neglect.
UI Study Shows How State Laws Affect Elder Abuse D
University of Iowa research finds that relevant US laws vary greatly and impact the level of reporting across the states.
Why Elder Abuse Continues to Elude the Health Care
Discusses why medical personnel should receive more training to identify and report elder mistreatment. Includes case studies and explains the need for interdisciplinary cooperation.
WordBridges - Elder Abuse
Archive of articles focusing on training, research, policy, interventions and culture to assist professionals working with at-risk elders and adults with disabilities.