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CANE is the Nation's largest computerized collection of elder abuse references and resources. Elder Abuse Awareness Web site Very rich resource for all types of victims of crime. Includes domestic violence and other websites for every state; elder abuse posters that can be ordered from NCVC; a discussion forum for both victims and professionals; overview of elder abuse laws and policies; and regularly-updated news stories from across the country. Some references and links are not, however, up to date. A project of the Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WCADV), this Web site provides a variety of resources about abuse in later life. Many of the documents are downloadable and several are in Spanish. There are also links to Web sites of interest to people working in the elder abuse field. The mission of NCPEA is to prvent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older persons and adults with disabilities through research, advocacy, services, treatment, public and professional awareness, interdisciplinary exchange, and coalition building. NCPEA publishes the Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect. Subscriptions are free of charge to members. Very rich resource on all aging topics, including elder abuse. Website is aimed at older persons and their families, practitioners and other professionals, the aging network, and researchers and students. Includes funding alerts, fact sheets, statistics, advice on website development, extensive weblinks, and much, much more. Links to organizations and resources on elder abuse. Good basic article covering types, indicators of abuse, possible interventions and causes, prevention measures, and recommended readings. Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing, New York University Massachusetts Office of Attorney General guide for preventing and responding to elder abuse. Intended for legal and financial advisors, health care professionals, religious community, colleges and universities, media, public information and outreach, highlights practical action steps and strategies. |
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