Queens County District Attorney's Office - Elder Abuse Project
The Queens District Attorney's Office investigates and prosecutes crimes
in Queens.
The Elder Abuse Project is a social services program designed to work
with people over the age of 60 who have been victims of financial,
physical, sexual or emotional abuse and neglect and to provide needed
assistance. Through this program, elderly victims are offered
counseling, assistance with the court system, information and referrals
to social services, educational seminars, community outreach and
advocacy and Crime Victims Board compensation claims assistance.
Services to seniors also includes advocacy with financial institutions,
government and social services agencies, the courts and even families
and other third parties.
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