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There are 21 resources  
General Information - (3)
How to get help if you are a victim of elder abuse - (4)
Physical Abuse - (4)
Emotional Abuse - (2)
Fraud, Scams and Predatory Lending - (4)
I do not speak English, what is my right to receive information in my language? - (4)
  General Information
 
   Frequently Asked Questions About Elder Abuse (Separate Website)
Answers to frequently asked questions about elder abuse.
By: National Center on Elder Abuse

    Read this in: French / Français , German / Deutsch , Italian / italiano , Spanish / Español
  
   
   Elder Abuse Hurts This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
General information about elder abuse, including the different types of forms the abuse can take.
By: New York City Department for the Aging
  
   
   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
  
   
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  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
  
   
   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
  
   
   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
  
   
   The Hebrew Home at Riverdale - Elder Abuse Services (Separate Website)
The Hebrew Home at Riverdale provides services to victims of elder abuse and runs a shelter for elder abuse victims.
By: The Hebrew Home at Riverdale
  
   
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  Physical 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
  
   
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  Emotional 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
  
   
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  Fraud, Scams and Predatory Lending
 
   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
  
   
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  I do not speak English, what is my right to receive information in my language?
 
   Do You Have Trouble Speaking and Understanding English? Know Your Rights!
If you have trouble speaking and understanding English? Know Your Rights!
By: Legal Services NYC
 
    Read this in: Arabic / العربية , Chinese / 中文 , Haitian Creole / Kreyòl ayisyen , Korean / 한국어 , Russian / Pусский , Spanish / Español
  
   
   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
  
   
   English/Arabic Legal Glossary This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: Legal Glossary of Sacramento

    Read this in: Arabic / العربية
  
   
   New York City Family Justice Center, Brooklyn This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
The New York City Family Justice Center in Brooklyn is a walk-in center for all domestic violence victims and their children. To make it easier for you to get help, many agencies are located at the Center. Services are free and available to all victims. We can help you regardless of what language you speak.
By: New York City, Mayor's Office to Combat Domestic Violence
  
   
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