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Case Study: Elder Abuse Financial Exploitation  


Author:  Joyce  DeMonnin, MPH.; Victoria  Fichtner, MPA.


Source: Volume 06, Number 03, September/October 2003 , pp.35-37(3)




Victimization of the Elderly and Disabled

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Abstract: 

Financial exploitation of the elderly is a growing problem. The Washington County, Oregon, elder abuse multidisciplinary team overcomes many barriers to successful investigation and prosecution of such crimes. This case highlights one crime that was successfully prosecuted.

Keywords: Washington County (OR) Adult Protective Services; Washington County Elder Safe Program

Affiliations:  1: Elder Safe Program; 2: Oregon Bar Association.

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