ELDER ABUSE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Definitions

Legislation

Dynamics

RESOURCES

Delaware Directory

Other Delaware Resources:

Community Legal Aid Society Inc., Elder Law Program

Delaware Center for Justice, Services for Elderly Victims

Delaware Help Line

Division of Services for Aging and Adults With Physical Disabilities

National Resources

AARP, Article, And Then He Hit Me

American Society of Adult Abuse Professionals and Survivors

Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly (CANE)

Elder Abuse Law Center

Elder Abuse Training Program, The Home Care Companion

Healthcare and Domestic Violence Facts (PDF)
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

MedLine Plus, NIH

Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse

National Adult Protective Services Association

National Center on Elder Abuse

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

National Clearinghouse on Domestic Violence in Later Life

Health Care Provider Information
Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Family Violence: A Guide for Health Care Professionals. Provides general information about elder abuse, a flow chart to respond to suspected abuse, and specific tips on what health care providers can do. It lists common signs and symptoms, answers commonly asked questions, and identifies interventions. Order through above link to National Clearinghouse on Domestic Violence in Later Life or the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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