NATIONAL COMMITTEE
FOR THE PREVENTION OF ELDER ABUSE
When
it comes to domestic violence and abuse, no age group is safe. It is hard to imagine an elderly person being abused in any
way – unfortunately – it happens. It you know of an elderly person being abused or exploited, do something! Make
a call; file a report – DO SOMETHING!
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How
To Find Services in your community?
“The Eldercare Locator
(800-677-1116) directs callers to senior information and referral telephone lines in their communities. These programs direct
callers to local programs and services, including home delivered meal programs, adult day care programs, support services,
legal assistance, services for caregivers, and many others.”
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“INFOLINK (800-FYI-CALL) directs callers
to the closest, most appropriate services for victims of crime, including crisis intervention, assistance with the criminal
justice process, counseling, and support groups.”
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http://www.preventelderabuse.org/elderabuse/help/help3.html
Elder Abuse and Substance
Abuse
“Persons with alcohol or substance abuse problems may view older family members, acquaintances, or strangers
as easy targets for financial exploitation. The perpetrator may be seeking money to support a drug habit or because they are
unable to hold a job and have no source of income.”
http://www.preventelderabuse.org/issues/substance.html
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"Senior
Safety; Information to Keep Elderly Safe"
http://www.housingforseniors.com/Retirement-Communities/Senior-Safety--Information-to-Keep-Elderly-Safe-347.html
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