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Elder Justice Initiative Launches Multidisciplinary Technical Assistance Center  


Author:  Talitha  Guinn-Shaver.


Source: Volume 22, Number 04, April/May 2017 , pp.55-57(3)




Domestic Violence Report

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Abstract: 

There are many professions whose staff works with older victims: social workers, community service providers, law enforcement, attorneys, medical professionals, researchers, and others. This article is intended to familiarize readers with the need for a multidisciplinary response to elder abuse and to introduce a new resource for those working with older victims—the Multidisciplinary Team Technical Assistance Center.

Keywords: consultations; Educational opportunities; downloadable resources; safety plans; conservatorship; five forms of elder abuse; mandatory reporting laws; complex interpersonal dynamics; Autonomy

Affiliations:  1: U.S. Department of Justice.

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