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The Role of Culture in Elder Abuse
Prevent Elder Abuse — Kosberg, J.I., & Garcia, J.L. (Eds.).(1995). Elder abuse: International and cross-cultural perspectives. Binghamton, NY: Tayor and Francis/Haworth Press. Cultural values, beliefs, and traditions significantly affect family life. They dictate ...More…
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Substance abuse & elder abuse
Prevent Elder Abuse — Substance abuse has been identified as the most frequently cited risk factor associated with elder abuse and neglect. It may be the victim and/or the perpetrator who has the substance abuse problem. Substance abuse is believed to be a factor in ...More…
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Elder Abuse and Neglect: In Search of Solutions
American Psychological Association — This 20 page brochure was produced by APAs Office on Aging. Written for consumers, but useful to anyone who wants to know more about elder abuse. Topics covered include: what are the different types of abuse and neglect and why abuse ...More…
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Violence Against Women
Elder abuse is when older people are abused, neglected, and taken advantage of. Many victims are people who are older and frail and depend on others to meet their needs. Family members of the victim are responsible for most cases of elder abuse. ...More…
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What Should I Do If Someone I Know Is Being Abused?
Prevent Elder Abuse — Most states have laws that require professionals to report abuse. Concerned citizens are also encouraged to report. These laws shield reporters from liability in the event that the report turns out to be unfounded. To learn more about state ...More…
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Restitution
Prevent Elder Abuse — The issue of restitution is increasingly being discussed within the field of elder abuse and adult protective services as more cases of financial elder abuse are handled within the criminal justice system. Restitution is a mechanism through which ...More…
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Mental Capacity, Consent and Undue Influence
Prevent Elder Abuse — In the past, the term "incompetent" was used to describe persons with diminished mental abilities. The term is rarely used by professionals any more because it is stigmatizing and implies a global deficit that has little practical meaning or ...More…
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Support Services
Prevent Elder Abuse — Mental health assessments are often needed to determine if an older person is capable of meeting his or her own basic needs, making decisions about services, offering testimony, and protecting him or herself against abuse. Assessments of alleged ...More…
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The Role of Professionals
Prevent Elder Abuse — Professionals and concerned citizens play a critical role in stopping elder abuse and neglect. Learn more about the roles that members of the following groups play and the resources available to them. in elder abuse prevention. APS programs are ...More…
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NCEA Frequently Asked Questions
Elder abuse is a growing problem. While we don't know all of the details about why abuse occurs or how to stop its spread, we do know that help is available for victims. Concerned people, like you, can spot the warning signs of a possible ...More…
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Older Americans Act: Title VII
In 1992, Congress created and funded a new Title VII, Chapter 3 for prevention of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Title VII Vulnerable Elder Rights Protection also includes provisions for long-term care ombudsman programs and state legal ...More…
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NCEA: Current Newsletter / Archives
Volume 11 Number 10 May 2009 (doc) Please click the year to expand the selection. Current Newsletter Newsletter ArchivesMore…