The Elder Abuse Project was created by then King County Prosecuting Attorney Norm Maleng in June, 2001, in response to the rapidly increasing elderly population in King County, and to increases in crimes against these citizens. The Project addresses the abuse of vulnerable adults, a population that includes disabled adults as well as the elderly. The goals of the Elder Abuse Project are three-fold: to prosecute cases of neglect of the elderly and disabled; to work collaboratively with police, social service agencies, and medical professionals to improve the referral, investigation, and, ultimately, prosecution of cases of abuse and neglect of vulnerable adults; and, to provide training to first responders so that they can better recognize and respond to such cases.

If you have any questions relating to elder abuse, please also visit our links to Resources or Frequently Asked Questions. If you have questions about the Elder Abuse Project, you may e-mail Page Ulrey, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, or telephone her at 206-296-9000.

July 22, 2008