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Elder Abuse Home Page|Violence Prevention|Injury Center|CDC

Elder Abuse

Scientific Information

• DefinitionsConsistent definitions are necessary for obtaining accurate and reliable estimates of elder abuse.
• Data SourcesData, including the number of violence-related injuries and deaths, help define the magnitude of the problem.
• Risk & Protective FactorsRisk and protective factors are important considerations in the development of prevention programs.
• ConsequencesElder abuse can have a devastating impact on victims, families, and communities.
• Prevention StrategiesKnowledge about what works to prevent elder abuse is growing.
• TranslationStrategies for distributing prevention information and ensuring widespread adoption within communities.

General Information

• Understanding Elder AbuseThis fact sheet provides a basic overview of elder abuse. It is intended for the general public.
• World Report on Violence and Health  [PDF 148 KB]
  This report is the first comprehensive review of violence on a global scale. Chapter 5 provides detailed information on elder abuse.

Featured Resources

• If you are, or if you suspect that someone you know, is the victim of elder abuse, please call:
  National Center on Elder Abuse's
  Elder Care Locator at 1-800-667-1116Visit their Web site for more information.
• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15th
• Additional Online Resources