Elder abuse is a universal problem and is prevalent everywhere. Elder abuseaffects elders of all socio-economic groups, cultures, and races. Elder abuse can occur anywhere and by anyone. It can occur in a person’s home, in long term care and residential facilities. It’s hiding in plain sight because we aren’t being educated and trained to recognize it.
- Nearly 6 million cases of elder abuse were reported in 2012.
- 100,000 cases were reported in Michigan.
- Adults 60 and older comprise 15% of the population and account for nearly 30% of fraud victims.
- 66% of perpetrators are family members.
Elder Abuse Prevention Took Kit
Elder Abuse Prevention Training Guide
Elder Abuse Prevention Talking Points
2017 Summit Presentation - Pilot of Prevnt
In 2018, we partnered with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan to develop and implement an Elder Abuse Prevention In-Action Collaborative to extend that training to Wayne County Sheriff Community Chaplains and mobilize the support to build a broader awareness about elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation to increase reporting of crimes committed to elderly and vulnerable adult through their networks of faith based organizations.
2018 Key Points of Elder Abuse
Adult Protective Services MI-MVP Protocol
For more information and to obtain full copies, contact Tamara Perrin at (313) 446-4444 ext. 5259 or perrint@daaa1a.org.