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Action
on Elder Abuse
"Action on Elder Abuse (AEA) works to protect, and prevent the abuse
of, vulnerable older adults. We were the first charity to address
these problems and are the only charity in the UK and in Ireland working
exclusively on the issue today." |
AGS Foundation for Health
in Aging
"Mission: The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging (FHA) aims
to build a bridge between the research and practice of geriatrics health
care professionals and the public, and to advocate on behalf of older adults
and their special needs: wellness and preventive care, self-responsibility
and independence, and connections to the family and community." Click
here for information on elder mistreatment |
| American
Bar Association: Facts About Law and the Elderly |
APA Online.
Elder Abuse and Neglect: In Search of Solutions
Informative article on elder abuse and neglect. |
Center
for Problem-Oriented Policing
Article on financial crimes against the elderly. |
Elder Abuse
and Neglect (by Linda M. Woolf, PhD, Webster University)
"As the number and percentage of individuals 65 and over has increased
in this country, so has the incidence of elder abuse. Unfortunately, the
prevalence and nature of this growing problem has generally remained hidden
from public view. It is imperative that both professionals and lay persons
become more aware of the scope and many issues surrounding this sensitive
topic. This web site is designed to address many of the concerns surrounding
elder abuse ranging from information concerning the incidence of abuse
to a discussion of intervention strategies. It is essential that the incidence
of abuse and awareness of the range and breadth of various types of abuse
be discussed and understood. However, an awareness of the problem of elder
abuse is not enough. Therefore, issues surrounding detection of abuse and
strategies for prevention and intervention will also be addressed" |
Gilbert
Guide
Article on sex offenders in nursing homes. |
Help
Guide
Article on Elder Abuse: "Elder Abuse: Types, Signs, Symptoms,
Causes, and Help" |
International Network for the Prevention
of Elder Abuse (INPEA)
"Acknowledging the diversity of culture, background, and life style
of the world population, the International Network for the Prevention of
Elder Abuse aims to increase society's ability, through international collaboration,
to recognise and respond to the mistreatment of older people in whatever
setting it occurs, so that the latter years of life will be free from abuse,
neglect and exploitation." |
National Center on Elder
Abuse
"The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) is a national resource
for elder rights, law enforcement and legal professionals, public policy
leaders, researchers, and the public. The Center’s mission is to promote
understanding, knowledge sharing, and action on elder abuse, neglect, and
exploitation." |
National Clearinghouse on Abuse in
Later Life (NCALL)
"NCALL provides training and technical assistance on abuse in later
life. Staff will respond to requests received via telephone, e-mail, regular
mail and in person about specific cases or services. Staff members are
also available to review materials and participate on state and national
advisory committees. In addition, NCALL staff members are available to
train audiences including professionals from domestic violence and sexual
assault programs, the aging network, adult protective services, criminal
justice, health care, faith based and other areas." |
National Committee for
the Prevention of Elder Abuse
"The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA)
is an association of researchers, practitioners, educators, and advocates
dedicated to protecting the safety, security, and dignity of America's
most vulnerable citizens. It was established in 1988 to achieve a clearer
understanding of abuse and provide direction and leadership to prevent
it. The Committee is one of six partners that make up the National Center
on Elder Abuse, which is funded by Congress to serve as the nation's clearinghouse
on information and materials on abuse and neglect." |
National Resource Center for
Safe Aging
"Our mission is to gather and share the best information and resources
on senior safety, including fall prevention, pedestrian and motor vehicle
safety, and prevention of elder abuse.
"Whether you are a public health professional - or an older adult
or family member - we invite you to join us in recognizing safe aging as
a critical national priority." |
Nursing Home Abuse and
Neglect Resource Center
"The Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Resource Center at NursingHomeAlert.com
is an informational website designed to help the elderly and their families
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prevent nursing home abuse and neglect by giving sound advice on how
to assess nursing homes and how to pay for care,
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recognize nursing home abuse and neglect by pointing out the signs of
abuse and some of the medical issues involved with nursing home abuse and
neglect, and
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stop nursing home abuse and neglect by informing you of your rights
and what you can do, including legal action. If you believe a loved one
is being mistreated, neglected or abused, here are some actions you can
take to make things happen to quickly improve the situation."
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| Open
Directory: Elder Abuse |
Wikipedia
Article on elder abuse. |