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Crime and Older People 
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The following is a general overview of some of the areas of most concern to older people. These are common sense tips that can help fight crime and protect your safety.... Details >
Elder Abuse Helplines and Hotlines
This page provides a list of state hotlines for reporting abuse in nursing homes, assisted living, or board and care homes.... Details >
Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect
The Journal of Elder Abuse & Neglect is the peer-reviewed quarterly journal that explores the advances in research, policy and practice, and clinical and ethical issues surrounding the abuse and negle... Details >
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Major Types of Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is when a caregiver or any other person causes harm or a serious risk of harm to a vulnerable adult. Learn the signs of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, exploitation, neglect, and ab... Details >
Preventing and Responding to Abuse of Elders in Indian Country
Although little is known about elder abuse in Indian country, the existing literature and accounts by Indian elders and their families, tribes and advocates suggest that it is a serious and pervasive ... Details >
Risk Factors for Elder Abuse
This document describes risk factors for elder abuse, including personal problems of abusers and living with others and isolation. ... Details >