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Best Value! When we look at the projected population increase by race and Hispanic origin, we see that the population is becoming more racially and ethnically diverse requiring communities to think through how they will provide language and culturally relevant services. While great strides have been made in recent decades to improve responses to child abuse and domestic violence, elder abuse lags far behind in terms of recognition and attention.
A recent report by the U. Government Accountability Office GAO declared that resources directed to elder abuse are not keeping pace with the growing volume and complexity of cases U. GAO, Thankfully, there are several key players that can make a difference. Domestic violence and sexual assault programs provide vital services for victims that need only be expanded in order to help address the growing problem of elder abuse. The justice system has legal resources and remedies to hold offenders accountable.
Other professionals from the aging services network, adult protective services, health care, and faith communities identify and assist older victims. Elder Abuse is a complex, multi-sectoral issue. This article provides a brief overview of some of the issues and resources. Remember elder abuse is not just a problem for the elderly but impacts our whole community. All of us have older relatives and friends who may be affected by this. Please make your voice heard.
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