Educational Tools/Resources

• NCOA: https://www.ncoa.org/article/get-the-facts-on-elder-abuse

The National Council on Aging provides an overview of elder abuse and recognition

• Elder Abuse Statistics: https://www.justice.gov/file/1098056/download

Data on elder abuse and the outcomes

• WHO: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/elder-abuse

         World health data on elder abuse. A quick review of the elderly population and quick facts. (10/2021)

• NCEA:  https://ncea.acl.gov/
  This National Center on Elder Abuse site provides the latest information regarding research, training, best practices, news and resources on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation to professionals and the public
• CMS.gov: https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/American-Indian-Alaska-Native/AIAN/LTSS-TA-Center/ltss-focus-areas/elder-abuse-prevention

         Elder abuse in the American Indian community.

• HealthinAging.org: https://www.healthinaging.org/

       Provides a tip sheet on preventing elder abuse and neglect.

• Training Resources om Elder Abuse: https://trea.usc.edu/resources/ USC
• National Institute on Aging: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/elder-abuse Provides information on the signs and types of abuse and methods to reduce stress for the perpetrator and the victim
• CDC: Fast Facts: Preventing Elder Abuse Violence Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/elderabuse/fastfact.html

        Describes types of abuse, and how to recognize, and intervene.

Eldercare Locator

• To report elder abuse or find services for older adults and their families, visit The Eldercare Locator. You can also access the Locator by calling 1-800-677-1116. The Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. 

Other ways to report

• Call 911 or local police.
• https://ncea.acl.gov/Resources/State.aspx National Center for Victims of Crime Helpline Talk to someone now. Call or text directly at 1-855-4VICTIM (855-484-2846) or chatonline. Learn about our services, victims’ rights, and different types of crime.
• 1-800-FYI-CALL (1-800-394-2255) or 1-800-211-7996 (TTY). (M-F 8:30 am-8:30 pm ET; providing information and referral to appropriate local services for crime victims.) Contact the National Center for Victims of Crime online at: http://www.ncvc.org 

Reports/Publications

• Elder Abuse Surveillance: Uniform Definitions and Recommended Data Elements
  This document presents uniform definitions and data elements for use in surveillance of elder abuse (2016)
• US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2708121 (10/30/2018). Statement on the need and importance of screening for Intimate Partner Violence, Elder Abuse, and Abuse of Vulnerable Adults.
• Elder Mistreatment(1999)
  This article in the May 15, 1999 issue of the journal American Family Physician reviews the issues regarding elder abuse, presents findings that suggest a diagnosis, and a systematic approach to patient management.
• CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Reports (MMWRs). Nonfatal Assaults and Homicides Among Adults Aged ≥60 Years – United States, 2002-2016.external iconMMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2019 Apr 5;68(13):297-302. doi: 10.15585/mmwr.mm6813a1.

• Provides a review of elder abuse from 2002 to 2016.

From the National Council on Elder Abuse

• NCEA/NAPSA Fact Sheet: Adult Protective Services, What You Must Know:  Adult Protective Services guide.

         Brief summary of Adult Protective Services (APS), what it does, and whom it serves.

• Elder Justice Policy Highlights, September 2021 - February 2022: Elder Justice Policy Highlights.

         This document reflects activity in 21 states and one district and highlights at the federal level

• Research Translation: Which chronic diseases in older adults increases the risk of elder mistreatment and why. Elder chronic diseases research translation.

         Poor physical health and a high caregiver burden are associated with an increased risk of elder mistreatment. A study on which diseases have a higher correlation with abuse

• Elder Abuse Screening Tools for Healthcare Professionals: NCEA. Elder abuse toolkit for clinicians. Brief screening tools for the clinician.

Links to Other Resources

• National Electronic Injury Surveillance System-All Injury Program (NEISS-AIP): National data on nonfatal injuries surveillance guides.
• APA: https://www.apa.org/pi/prevent-violence/resources/elder-abuse: Most recent data on elder abuse from the American Psychological Association
• Administration on Aging (AOA), U. S. Dept. HHS offers older persons and their caregivers' information and resources on aging-related topics with translation in a variety of languages, and an extensive section dedicated to the information needs of professionals.
• American Bar Association (ABA): Commission on Law and Aging. Offers information to consumers on seniors' legal issues, including the online Law and Aging Resource Guide, a state-by-state listing of legal services and resources
• American Society on Aging (ASA): Offers resources and links to professional education, publications, and resources in the field of aging
• MEDLINEplus: Elder Abuse provides information on elder abuse from the National Library of Medicine)
• National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)provides a multilingual Web site offering training, technical assistance, and resources on abuse in later life.
• The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA) offers training, technical assistance, and publications for professionals; conducts research; advocates for needed services for vulnerable seniors.
• National Council on Aging (NCOA) advocates for public policies, develops programs, and conducts research in support of seniors; offers publications for professionals and consumers. 
• Nursing Home Abuse Center (NHAC) is a free online resource with information about senior and elder dangers and safety options.           
• Nursing Home Abuse Report provides the most up-to-date statistics and information relating to nursing home abuse.