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Elder Abuse for Police Roll Call Trainers
NYC Elder Abuse Training Project, 2004
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Elder Abuse
the physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse or neglect or abandonment of an older person by a family member, friend, fiduciary, or caregiver
Two or more types of abuse often simultaneous
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Abuse/Neglect:Signs in the Victim Inadequately explained wounds Dehydration Unusual confinement Lack of cleanliness Fear of speaking for self Shame, embarrassment, anxiety,
confusion, withdrawal, depression
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Abuse/Neglect: Signs in the Abuser Tells conflicting stories Reluctant to let the elderly person be
interviewed alone Speaks for the elder Treats the older person without
warmth or compassion
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Abuser’s Background
Key risk factors:Addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling) Previous history of abuseLives in home of victimUnemployed
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Environmental Signs
Unsanitary and unclean living conditions
Lack of food, heat or electricity Abused or neglected pets Strong odors (e.g., feces, urine)
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Financial Exploitation:Signs in the Victim
Deviations in elder’s financial habits Numerous unpaid bills Checks made to cash Financial papers missing Elder unaware of monthly income Unprecedented transfer of assets
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Financial ExploitationSigns in the Abuser
Makes all investment decisions for elder Uses elder’s ATM cards Makes withdrawals from dormant
account Receives expensive gifts from elder Refuses to spend money on care Asserts powers based on Power of
Attorney
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Response to Elder Abuse
1. Obtain medical services if needed.2. Determine if probable cause for arrest.3. Gather evidence to base prosecution.4. Provide for well-being of victim.
• Safety check• Referral
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Safety Check
Any dangerous conditions? Clutter? Refrigerated food unspoiled? Elder have eyeglasses or hearing aids
if needed? Dangerous objects (includes guns,
especially if person has dementia)?
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Referral to Community Agencies
Area agency on aging Home delivered meals program Adult Protective Services Senior centers Alzheimer’s programs
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Safety Planning
Help at-risk survivors make safety plans Domestic Violence agencies Sexual assault agencies Crime victim programs
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Key Referral Numbers
Call 311 for help any time finding any NYC service
Domestic Violence hotline1-800-621-4673 (New York City)
Sexual assault hotline1-800-656-4673 (National)
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Barriers to Successful Prosecution Victim may be reluctant if perpetrator
a family member or caregiver May be unable due to testify due to
mental or physical impairments May die before trial
Build case without relying on testimony of the victim; Gather evidence
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Statutes and Charges
Few specialized laws in NY State Bring conventional charges, such as
menacing, harassment, assault, larceny
Look for multiple crimes and “bump-ups”
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4 “Elderly/Disabled” Statutes
Endangering the welfare of an incompetent or physically disabled person, P.L. §260.25
Endangering the welfare of a vulnerable elderly person, 2nd degree, P.L. §260.32
Endangering the welfare of a vulnerable elderly person 1st degree, P.L. §260.34
Hate Crimes Act of 2000, P.L.§485.05
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The Hate Crimes Act
Includes age (over 60) and disability as targeting factors
Does not add new charges Increases penalties for crimes based
on targeting factors such as race religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age (60 or over), or disability
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Intimate Partner Violence
Not limited to young May worsen or change pattern Onset may be caused by dementia Mandatory arrest protocols apply
regardless of age Domestic violence laws and
procedures apply
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Orders of Protection
Often appropriate for elderly victims Written to keep abuser away Written to keep abuser from
performing financial transactions Can order abuser to attend drug or
alcohol treatment program
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Interviewing Older Victims
Requires skill and patience Offer memory cues If hearing impaired, eliminate
background noise and use visual cues and writing
Try larger type for visually impaired
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Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia
Victims can provide useful information Be calm and reassuring Observe reactions If upset, use distraction to refocus Get help from social workers
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Cultural Issues
Behaviors may not be considered abusive
Some consider “family matters” private
Some immigrants fear police Some immigrants are unaware of their
rights Empathy can help reduce fears
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Language
Determine what language victim prefers
Find impartial interpreter No family or friends
Could be abuserCould give inaccurate translationPresence could inhibit victim
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Cross-cultural communication
Address by last name Touching may be considered intrusion Groups can value or discourage eye
contact Culture not predictive; each case
unique