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	North Dakota Council on Abused Women's Services
		For every case of elder abuse and neglect that is reported to authorities, experts estimate that there may be as many as five cases that have not been reported.
		Elders who are ill, frail, disabled, mentally impaired, or depressed are at greater risk of abuse, but even those who do not have these obvious risk factors can find themselves in abusive situations and relationships.
		Elder abuse is the infliction of physical, emotional, or psychological harm on an older adult.
	www.ndcaws.org /sharedfiles/elderabuse.asp (1067 words)

	Elder Abuse
		The Elder Justice Act is landmark bi-partisan legislation in the cause of preventing and responding to elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
		The focus of this symposium is the Elder Justice Act, landmark federal legislation that responds to the growing awareness of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation across the country.
		Abuse or neglect of older women in long-term care is acknowledged by researchers in the field of aging as an important health and social problem and an under-researched, under-theorized issue.
	www.asaging.org /elderabuse/expertcontact.cfm (8284 words)

	Elder Abuse & Neglect - From the L.A. Metro MDT for Elders at Risk (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The exact incidence of elder abuse is difficult to determine because this crime is largely unreported.
		Elders 80 years and older are abused and neglected at two to three times their proportion of the elderly population.
		According to research, elder abuse seems to be the result of several factors, depending on the type of abuse.
	www.la4seniors.com /elder_abuse.htm (2136 words)

	Elder Abuse and Neglect: In Search of Solutions
		Although there are extreme cases of elder abuse, often the abuse is subtle, and the distinction between normal interpersonal stress and abuse is not always easy to discern.
		Family situations that can contribute to elder abuse include discord in the family created by the older person’s presence, a history and pattern of violent interactions within the family, social isolation or the stresses on one or more family members who care for the older adult, and lack of knowledge or caregiving skills.
		Because most abuse occurs in the home by family members or caregivers, there needs to be a concerted effort to educate the public about the special needs and problems of the elderly and about the risk factors for abuse.
	www.apa.org /pi/aging/eldabuse.html (3994 words)

	Elder Abuse and Neglect
		The Illinois Elder Abuse and Neglect Act became law in 1988 and called for the state to address the problem of domestic elder abuse.
		This statewide program was established to respond to reports of alleged elder abuse, neglect and exploitation and to work with the older victims in resolving abusive situations.
		Reporters of elder abuse are provided by law with immunity from criminal or civil liability and professional disciplinary action.
	www.urbanext.uiuc.edu /elderabuse (339 words)

	Elder Abuse
		For every case of elder abuse and neglect reported to authorities, experts estimate that there may be as many as 5 cases not reported.
		90% of elder abuse and neglect incidents are by known perpetrators, usually family members, 2/3rds are adult children or spouses.
		In most states "mandatory reporters of elder abuse" are required by law to report suspected cases of elder maltreatment.
	www.karisable.com /elderabuse.htm (1135 words)

	Home Page - National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
		The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), funded by the U.S. Administration on Aging, is a gateway to resources on elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
		Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect, University of Delaware
		Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly (CANE)
	www.elderabusecenter.org (385 words)

	Elder Abuse
		An important step towards recognizing elder abuse occurred in 1978 when Suzanne Steinmetz presented her research on the abuse of the elderly to the Congressional Subcommittee hearings on domestic violence.
		In addition to the abuse that elderly persons are subject to by relatives and/or caretakers in their homes or in institutions, they may also become targets for criminal victimization.
		Elders are twice as likely as younger persons to be victimized in or near their homes.
	www.safetycops.com /elder_abuse.htm (1484 words)

	Elder Abuse
		Elder abuse can take a number of forms and may be defined in various ways.
		The exact incidence of elder abuse is unknown.
		Elder abuse can happen to anyone, although elders who have mental or physical disabilities are at the greatest risk.
	www.da-tulareco.org /elder_abuse.htm (440 words)

	Elder Abuse and Neglect
		In analyzing the problem of elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation, it is important to identify why senior citizens are particularly vulnerable to mistreatment.
		Prosecuting cases involving elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation can be difficult: the victim is often a poor witness, whether from fear, confusion, diminished capacity, memory failure or frailty.
		As professionals working with the elderly, it is incumbent upon all of us to recognize the signs of elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation, to identify the victims and to assist them in pursuing their legal rights under the law.
	www.senioranswers.org /Pages/elderabuse.htm (3838 words)

	Elder abuse - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Elder abuse is a single or repeated act or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.
		Within the issue of elder abuse there is a hidden fact, that approximately 60% of elder abuse is towards women and that domestic violence in later life may be a continuation of long term partner abuse, or it may begin with retirement or the onset of a health condition.
		Elder abuse can also include deserting an elderly, dependent person with the intent to abandon them or leaving them unattended at a place for such a time period as may be likely to endanger their health or welfare.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Elder_abuse (805 words)

	The National Center for State Courts - Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Elder abuse is an umbrella term that may include physical, sexual, or emotional abuse; financial exploitation; and neglect in providing necessary materials like food, shelter, or clothing to avoid physical harm or mental illness.
		In almost 90 percent of the elder abuse and neglect incidents with a known perpetrator, the perpetrator is a family member, and two-thirds of the perpetrators are adult children or spouses.
		The recommendations were intended to assist the courts in providing appropriate judicial solutions that respect the values and wishes of elder abuse victims while protecting their welfare, easing access of appropriate cases to the court system, and enhancing coordination among the court system, state and local agencies, and the aging network.
	www.ncsconline.org /WC/FAQs/EldAbuFAQ.htm (1328 words)

	eMedicine - Elder Abuse : Article by Monique I Sellas, MD (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Elder mistreatment is a multidimensional phenomenon that encompasses a broad range of behaviors, events, and circumstances.
		This theory suggests that elder abuse is caused by the stress associated with caring for an elderly patient, compounded by stresses from the outside world.
		The clinician's highest priority in suspected abuse cases is in balancing the safety of the patient with his or her autonomy.
	www.emedicine.com /emerg/topic160.htm (3584 words)

	Elder abuse definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
		Elder abuse: The physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of an elderly person, usually one who is disabled or frail.
		Like child abuse, elder abuse is a crime that all health and social services professionals are mandated to report.
		All satisfactory definitions of elder abuse encompass two key ideas: that the old person has suffered injury, deprivation, or unnecessary danger, and that a specific other individual (or individuals) is responsible for causing or failing to prevent it.
	www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=11196 (322 words)

	Index page for elder abuse (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Although the elder abuse law does not require reporting by attorneys or other professionals, the law does require counties to respond to voluntary reports.
		The principal purpose of an elder abuse investigation is to determine and then offer to the elder person those services he or she might choose to prevent or relieve abuse.
		Every effort will be made by the lead elder abuse agency to offer services which will maintain the older person in his or her home.
	www.dhfs.state.wi.us /aging/elderabuse (698 words)

	Elder Abuse Lawyers Brayton Purcell
		Nursing homes are supposed to provide care for our frail elders and protect them from harm, yet almost a third of the nursing homes nationwide were cited for abuse violations during a two–year period (see Causes of Nursing Home Abuse).
		In most states, elderly victims of abuse and their families may report nursing home neglect by contacting the state attorney general’s office or designated state or local agencies, or decide to hire a private attorney.
		In a landmark elder abuse case, we won a $1.5 million verdict for the family of an elderly hospital patient who was undermedicated and allowed to die in extreme pain (Beverly Bergman et al.
	www.braytonlaw.com /practiceareas/elder.htm (561 words)

	Elder Abuse
		According to the Adult Protective Services, "Elder abuse in domestic settings is a widespread problem, affecting hundreds of thousands of elderly people across the country.
		However, because it is still largely hidden under the shroud of family secrecy, elder abuse is grossly underreported.
		If this estimate is accurate, then domestic elder abuse cases reported to state adult protective service or aging agencies represent only the tip of the iceberg.
	www.geocities.com /Heartland/Canyon/5077/project23/elders.html (476 words)

	About Elder Abuse
		Elder Abuse commonly refers to the physical or mental abuse of our parents, or of the failure for any reason to provide kind and humane supportive care and treatment.
		This abuse and neglect frequently occurs in our parents’ own homes, or in the homes of their family members, and when this occurs we are shocked, saddened or outraged.
		These feelings are not limited to the abused elder but are also experienced by their children.
	stopelderabuse.org /about_elder_abuse.htm (802 words)

	Elder Abuse - General Information about Elder Abuse
		Elder abuse is usually defined as the physical or psychological mistreatment of a senior, and can include taking financial advantage or neglecting the care of a senior.
		These studies estimate elder abuse affects as little as one percent and as much as ten percent of the senior populations.
		Some elderly may be embarrassed to reveal abuse from their relatives, or may fear being placed in an institution if they live at home.
	www.calregistry.com /resources/eldabpag.htm (566 words)

	The National Center for State Courts - Home Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Ninety-six experts in the field of elder abuse and aging in New York State met in Albany, NY on May 10-12, 2004 to "target elder abuse" and to create a New York State Action Agenda to combat elder abuse.
		It increases criminal penalties relating to elder and dependent adult abuse and makes them applicable to a person who knew or reasonably should have known that the potential victim was an elder or dependent adult.
		It separates financial abuse from the current statute providing enhanced civil remedies to victims of elder or dependent adult abuse and applies a preponderance-of-evidence standard of proof for showing financial abuse, instead of the current clear and convincing evidence standard.
	www.ncsconline.org /WC/Education/EldAbuGuide.htm (3120 words)

	Fact Sheets > Alphabetical List > Elder Abuse Prevention
		Among known perpetrators of abuse and neglect, the perpetrator was a family member in 90 percent of cases.
		Psychological abuse is the infliction of mental or emotional anguish, e.g., humiliating, intimidating, or threatening.
		If elder abuse is not substantiated, most APS agencies will work as necessary with other community agencies to obtain any social and health services that the older person needs.
	www.aoa.dhhs.gov /press/fact/alpha/fact_elder_abuse.asp (1044 words)

	Elder Abuse Law
		The signs of elder abuse may be very subtle, particularly when the abuse is something other than physical.
		Elder abuse is a horrendous problem, growing worse every day as our population ages.
		Yet because such a high percentage of the abusers tend to be the elders’ family members or caregivers, more often than not the persons who we would expect to be solving the problems turn out to be the ones responsible for causing the problems.
	www.elderabuselaw.com /beinformed.htm (399 words)

	LADA Elder Abuse Unit (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		The District Attorney’s Office is committed to fighting elder abuse and improving the quality of life for seniors.
		These specially trained attorneys vertically prosecute elder abuse cases, which means that one deputy district attorney handles a case from beginning to end.
		If you are concerned that someone is attempting to victimize you or a senior you know, please contact the appropriate agency listed in the telephone numbers section, the Elder Abuse Hotline at (877) 477-3646, or your local law enforcement agency.
	da.co.la.ca.us /seniors (287 words)

	Action on Elder Abuse
		Created in our corporate colours it is designed to provide accurate and useful information on the state of elder abuse prevention within the UK and Ireland.
		Action on Elder Abuse (AEA) works to protect, and prevent the abuse of, vulnerable older adults.
		Although it cannot provide legal advice, it can provide information on the nature of elder abuse and indicate what action might be taken in response to abuse or to prevent it.
	www.elderabuse.org.uk (351 words)

	MINCAVA Electronic Clearinghouse: Document Library
		Published in 2002, this book details everything from the definitions and concepts of elder abuse to the public policy implications as well as to the types of interventions available for working with this population.
		Description: An incidence report detailing the definitions of elder abuse, the characteristics of victims and perpetrators of elder abuse, and the findings of this survey project.
		Such data are required as a basis for informed and enlightened social policy on the prevention and treatment of elder abuse.
	www.mincava.umn.edu /library/elder (816 words)

	Elder Abuse
		Currently, elder abuse is defined by state laws, and state definitions vary considerably from one jurisdiction to another in terms of what constitutes the abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the elderly.
		Broadly defined, however, there are three basic categories of elder abuse: (1) domestic elder abuse; (2) institutional elder abuse; and (3) self-neglect or self-abuse.
		Perpetrators of institutional abuse usually are persons who have a legal or contractual obligation to provide elder victims with care and protection (e.g., paid caregivers, staff, professionals).
	www.tcadsv.org /Websites/vcscc/elderabuse.htm (1689 words)

	Help for Victims of Elder Abuse
		CANE is the Nation's largest computerized collection of elder abuse resources and materials.
		Elder abuse fatality review teams review deaths caused by or related to elder abuse and can improve the response of community agencies to elder abuse victims.
		The center is a resource for public and private agencies, professionals, service providers, and individuals interested in elder abuse prevention information, training, technical assistance, and research.
	www.ojp.usdoj.gov /ovc/help/ea.htm (393 words)

	WordBridges - Elder Abuse Home Page
		July 2003: Thirty-three new conferences were added in July to our listing of conferences and events related to elder abuse, vulnerable adult abuse, domestic violence, and related topics.
		June 2003: In response to community requests, in March AAR announced the availability of a database of local newspaper and published TV reports on cases and issues involving elder or vulnerable adult abuse.
		The most recent articles are on the National Center on Elder Abuse, in the April 2002 AAR.
	www.wordbridges.net /elderabuse (233 words)

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