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Results displayed are grouped first by VAWnet Special Collections then by individual related materials. For assistance in locating a resource, use our online contact form.
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May 2009

Elder Abuse: A Women's Issue

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This report brings together experts and organizations that work to combat the problem of elder abuse. Through their voices, we learn about the many dimensions of and complexities surrounding elder abuse, how it affects women in a disproportionate manner, and we seek to find effective solutions.
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March 2009

National Elder Mistreatment Study

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Findings of this nationally representative study showed that more than one in ten respondents experienced some type of abuse or potential neglect in the past year.
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  • Training Tools
January 2009

Victims with Disabilities: Collaborative Multidisciplinary First Response, Techniques for First Responders Called to Help Crime Victims who Have Disabilities

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This trainer’s guide is designed to demonstrate effective techniques for first responders called to help crime victims who have disabilities that affect the victim’s intellectual and communication abilities.
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August 2008

Using Your Tribal Values To Develop Elder Protection Code: A Step-by-Step Guide for Communities

Publisher(s):
The purpose of this workbook is to protect elders from abuse in their communities. This workbook proposes that each community develop a process to address the particular elder protection needs within that community.
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June 2008

Elder Patients at Risk of Abuse

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This fact sheet notes elder abuse in Indian Country, emphasizes prevention by health care professionals, presents links to elder abuse assessment instrument, and offers guidance on understanding abuse in the contexts of the culture of older persons.
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February 2008

Effective Court Practice for Abused Elders

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This report is the product of two-year research. The study examined elder abuse cases and specialized response to elder abuse by courts. Included in this report are innovative and promising practices in addressing elder abuse and elder needs.
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January 2008

A Global Response to Elder Abuse and Neglect: Building Primary Health Care Capacity to Deal with the Problem Worldwide

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The elder population and primary health care professionals in 8 countries perceived that a screening instrument is critical in preventing and identifying elder abuse, suggesting that the tool should vary according to cultural and geographical contexts.
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January 2008

Elder Abuse in Communities of Color

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This "Facts & Stats Collection" paper describes specific issues and distinguishing dynamics that confront older women of color, highlighting types of abuse and warning signs. Resources for additional information are provided.
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May 2007

Barriers to and Promising Practices for Collaboration between Adult Protective Services and Domestic Violence Service Providers

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The paper describes the roles of the Adult Protective Services and domestic violence services and discusses barriers to collaboration between the two service systems. It then presents promising practices of collaborative initiatives.
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March 2007

The Importance of Reporting Mistreatment of the Elderly

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This article emphasizes the important role of family physician in identifying and addressing elder mistreatment. The article also highlights the need for more research to identify signs of mistreatment and increasing awareness and reporting of elder mistreatment.
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  • General Material
January 2007

Abuse in Later Life: Power and Control Dynamics and a Victim-Centered Response

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Heath care professionals, such as nurses and mental health service providers, are in a unique position to identify and address the needs of older victims of abuse. This article focuses on three main topics: the dynamics of abuse in later life, a victim-centered response, and working collaboratively with other disciplines to offer a comprehensive response to these complex cases.
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  • General Material
January 2007

Elder Sexual Assault: Technical Assistance Manual for Older Adult Protective Services

Publisher(s):
This is a manual for aging services workers that helps to ensure an appropriate response to an older victim of sexual abuse.