Is Elder Abuse a Crime?
(Separate Website)
Information on whether elder abuse is considered to be a crime under the law.
By: National Center on Elder Abuse
How to get help if you are a victim of elder abuse
Elder Abuse Hotlines
Refer to these resources to receive assistance in regards to elder abuse or to file a complaint with a new york state agency in regards to elder abuse.
By: Lawhelp NY
State Resource Directory on Elder Abuse
(Separate Website)
State government agencies, state laws, state-specific data and statistics, statewide resources.
By: National Center on Elder Abuse
Help for Elders and Families
If you suspect someone you care about is being abused or neglected, you can help. You do not need absolute proof to report suspected abuse. You do not have to give your name. All calls are handled confidentially. This resource provides an overview of where to go and where to seek help.
By: National Center on Elder Abuse
Domestic Violence
This article provides an overview of how to identify signs of "late onset domestic violence".
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
Physical Abuse
This article provides an overview on how to identify signs of physical abuse to the elderly. It outlines physical indicators and behavioral indicators.
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
Sexual Abuse
This article provides an overview on how to detect warning signs of sexual abuse. Provides specific physical and behavioral indicators, you should look for.
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
The Use of Physical Restraints in Nursing Homes
This is a brief resource that addresses issue regarding the use of physical restraints in the nursing home. This article is in Q&A format.
By: National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Neglect and Self-Neglect
This article provides information on how to identify signs of neglect or self-neglect. It outlines specific behavioral and physical indicators to look out for.
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
Psychological Abuse
This article provides an overview of physical and behavioral indicators to identify if an elder individual has been psychologically abused.
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
Financial Abuse
This article provides an overview of how to identify elder financial abuse. It provides specific indicators you should look for when trying to detect financial elder abuse.
By: National Committee For The Prevention of Elder Abuse
Just Say No! to Senior Scams
This resource explains what Seniors must be on the look out for in order to avoid scams.
By: Consumer Action
Helping Elderly Homeowners Victimized by Predatory Mortgage Loans
This article provides an overview of how to identify predatory mortgage loans and overcome the legal challenges to these types of loans.
By: National Consumer Law Center
Living Trust Offers: How to Make Sure They're Trust-worthy
This document provides detailed information about living trust funds and how to make sure they are reliable.
By: Federal Trade Commission
Complaints About Attorneys
(Separate Website)
If you have a complaint against an attorney, you may contact the Attorney Disciplinary / Grievance Committee. The office you need to contact depends upon the location of your lawyer's office. Click for more information.
By: New York State Unified Court System
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