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Elder Abuse (Includes Domestic Violence in Later Life) & Neglect Prevention |
The Family Violence Prevention Project works toward preventing elder abuse and neglect by increasing service providers, families, and older adults' awareness and knowledge of elder abuse and neglect prevention. Through knowledge, supportive environments, and early identification of risk factors, we can prevent elder abuse and neglect.
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Did you know?
· It is estimated that up to 5 million Americans are victims of elder abuse and neglect, and about 50% of these situations represent domestic violence in later life
· 5 out of 6 cases of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation are unreported
· Older women are more likely than younger women to experience violence for a
longer time, to be in current violent relationships, and to have health and mental
health problems.
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But the cycle can be broken. Empower yourself with knowledge & read the following resources on how to prevent elder abuse and neglect.
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Elder Abuse and Neglect Prevention Toolkits and Educational Resources
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Older Adults: Click here for 6 simple ways to prevent elder abuse and neglect.
Older Adults, Families, and Professionals: Want to learn about definitions, warning signs, symptoms, risk factors, protective factors & resources related to elder abuse and neglect? Review this PowerPoint presentation created by the Family Violence Prevention Project: A Better Tomorrow: Preventing Elder Abuse and Neglect.
Community Members: Click here to learn simple community service methods to prevent elder abuse and neglect.
Service Providers: Please review this informative 2005 Fact Sheet provided by the National Center on Elder Abuse: Domestic Violence, Older Women Can Be Victims Too.
For Local Community Resources, please contact:
| Want to make a change locally but you just aren't sure where or how to begin? Click here to contact the FVPP Director to discuss action steps you as an individual, family, community, organization, or as a policy maker can take to prevent family violence. |
Check out educational brochures from Hamilton County Job & Family Services:
Additional Resources:
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