The NCEA & Elder Abuse
The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) offers training and technical assistance to state and local community organizations on elder abuse. They develop written material and research on elder abuse and provide services to educate people about this problem.
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Services
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The NCEA provides informative materials online and distributes a monthly, electronic newsletter, "NCEA E-News." The material highlights the practices, trends and legislative initiatives being discussed on elder abuse. The NCEA also provides an electronic forum, the NCEA Elderabuse Listserve, to professionals needing assistance on the discussion topic of elder abuse.
Types
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The NCEA has identified several types of elder abuse, including physical, financial and emotional abuse. Physical elder abuse has been defined as a use of force that threatens or physically injuries a vulnerable elderly person. Emotional elder abuse has been defined as a verbal attack or threat that may cause emotional distress to an elderly person.
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Programs
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The NCEA established the Join Us in the Fight Against Elder Abuse program, the first national program to raise awareness of elder abuse and the neglect and mistreatment of elders. Information on the program and how to join can be found on their website.
Risks
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The NCEA states that elder abuse can happen to any elder at any time and the abuse can be by any individual, including family. Some risk factors identified by the NCEA include mental health and substance abuse issues by those caring for the elderly. Isolation is another contributing factor. Guidance on reporting abuse can be found on their website.
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References
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