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.
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.
PREVENT AND WORLD ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY - RESOURCE GUIDE
View the DAAA Community Conversation with Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy held on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - Click Here