Elder Abuse Awareness: Resources

Bulletin Insert/Flyer

You can download a pdf copy here.

This bulletin insert for Safe Church Ministry includes a description of elder abuse, the consequences to the elderly, and Internet addresses for more information.

Helpful Websites

National Council for Aging: Guide on Recognizing Elder Abuse - This guide provides a wealth of information on aging as well as recognizing and preventing abuse.

National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (Phone: 608-255-0539)
Through advocacy and education, the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL) works every day to improve victim safety, increase abuser accountability, expand coordinated community response, and ultimately, put an end to abuse in later life.

Public Health Agency of Canada The Public Health Agency of Canada says “it’s time to face the reality” of elder abuse. One in five Canadians believes they know of a senior who might be experiencing some form of abuse. Seniors from all walks of life are vulnerable to elder abuse and it is happening in communities across Canada. These pages outline basic information on how we can spot elder abuse as well as information on how to help stop it.

Safe Havens Safe Havens is an interfaith organization that promotes hope and justice for victims of domestic violence and elder abuse.

Articles

Elder Abuse: A Faith Based Response This article written by Andrew J. Weaver Ph.D. and Harold G. Koenig, M.D. in Ministry International Journal for Pastors, gives some typical examples of the largely hidden problem of elder abuse and what faith communities can do to respond appropriately.

Documents

Brochure This colorful brochure provides information on elder abuse and the red flags to watch for, as well as hotlines, referrals, and other resources for the faith community.

Elder Abuse Fact Sheet The World Health Organization offers this fact sheet, giving many facts about elder abuse, the risk factors, the consequences, and what can be done about it.