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Elder neglect

National Center for State and Tribal Elder Justice Coalitions

The Center assists with building broad-based, multidisciplinary coalitions to identify and address elder justice issues specific to their states and Tribal communities. It funds a grant program to create new or enhance existing elder justice coalitions. The Center also offers ongoing training and technical assistance to new and existing coalitions and serves as a clearinghouse for resources and information concerning elder justice issues, programs, and...

Elder Fraud & Abuse

Learn about OVC efforts to address elder fraud and abuse and discover publications, resources, and training and technical assistance to help enhance services for victims.

U.S. Administration on Aging

This agency promotes the well-being of older individuals—including protection from elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation—by providing services and programs designed to help them live independently in their homes and communities.

Office of Justice Programs: Elder Abuse Special Feature

To address the need for resources and strategies related to elder abuse, the Office of Justice Programs presents this compilation of publications and related materials focusing on physical, sexual, and psychological abuse; neglect; and financial exploitation.