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Financial abuse of older people: a case study
- Authors:
- WENDT Sarah, et al
- Journal article citation:
- International Social Work, 58(2), 2015, pp.287-296.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This article presents a case study to illustrate the complexities of financial abuse of older people by their family members. It provides insights into why older people and social care professionals may not detect or define family member’s behaviour as abuse or feel discomfort in talking about it. The authors argue case studies can lead to new understandings about financial abuse that move beyond operational definitions to theoretical explanations that consider practices and outcomes of ageism and gender relations. (Publisher abstract)
Adult safeguarding and dementia
- Author:
- BEER John
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Dementia Care, 22(2), 2014, pp.26-27.
- Publisher:
- Hawker
Outlines the aims of the Safeguarding Practitioners Network, an online community set up by the charity Action for Elder Abuse (AEA) which provides support for practitioners working in adult safeguarding. The group provides an opportunity for practitioners to share information and examples of good practice and provide each other with mutual support. (Original abstract)
Toothless tiger
- Author:
- PITT Vern
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 18.2.10, 2010, pp.24-25.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Government plans to put adult safeguarding boards on a statutory footing will need to tackle a series of funding and membership problems that currently limit impact.
Spirit of aging rising: cross-cutting thematic modules to enrich foundation graduate social work courses
- Authors:
- CORLEY Connie Saltz, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 48(3/4), 2007, pp.299-309.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
To enrich an urban generalist MSW program in the United States serving a diverse aging community, an innovative approach was initiated. A team of students, faculty and a field instructor collaborated in creating and evaluating 3 sets of cross-cutting thematic modules. An overview of the thematic modules (addressing elder abuse, family caregiving, and mental health), integrated across multiple curriculum areas (Human Behavior and the Social Environment, Macro/Policy, Practice and Research), is presented along with results of a faculty focus group evaluating the process of coordinating module content for one full week of class per foundation area (one topic per quarter). (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
An elder abuse shelter program build it and they will come, a long term care based program to address elder abuse in the community
- Author:
- REINGOLD Daniel A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Gerontological Social Work, 46(3/4), 2006, pp.123-135.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article describes how The Hebrew Home for the Aged at Riverdale (the Hebrew Home), a non-profit geriatric care center, has established one of the first long term care based elder abuse prevention and intervention programs for elderly living in the community in the United States. The program is known as the Weinberg Center for Prevention, Intervention and Research in Elder Abuse (the “Weinberg Center”). Utilizing the Hebrew Home's extensive integrated service model, a multidisciplinary team works with a network of private and governmental agencies. The goals are to increase public awareness, intervene to make the home safe, and provide a secure and fulfilling short or long term shelter. Research in prevalence and efficacious use of the shelter is being conducted. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
The Interview for Decisional Abilities (IDA): a tool to assess the decisional capacity of abused and neglected older adults
- Authors:
- ABRAMS Robert C., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 31(3), 2019, pp.244-254.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This article presents the Interview for Decisional Abilities (IDA), a semi-structured tool for use by adult protective services (APS) workers as part of their comprehensive assessments of clients. The IDA was created in response to a Federal mandate to standardise the procedures and competencies of APS agencies with a view to improving client assessments and facilitating cross-jurisdictional research on adult mistreatment. The proximal aim of the IDA is to guide workers in gathering information on the ability of suspected victims of adult mistreatment to make decisions about the risks they face. (Edited publisher abstract)
Police and partners: new ways of working together in Montreal
- Authors:
- BEAULIEU Marie, COTE Michelle, DIAZ Luisa
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 19(6), 2017, pp.406-417.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The purpose of this paper is to present an inter-agency practice integrated within a police intervention model which was developed for police officers and their partners in Montréal. Design/methodology/approach: The Integrated Police Response for Abused Seniors (IPRAS) action research project (2013-2016) developed, tested, and implemented a police intervention model to counter elder abuse. Two linked phases of data collection were carried out: a diagnostic of police practices and needs (year 1) and an evaluation of the implementation of the intervention model and the resulting effects (years 2 and 3). Findings: The facilitating elements to support police involvement in inter-agency practices include implementing a coordination structure regarding abuse cases as well as designating clear guidelines of the roles of both the police and their partners. The critical challenges involve staff turnover, time management and the exchange of information. It was recognised by all involved that it is crucial to collaborate while prioritising resource investment and governmental support, with regards to policy and financing, as well as adequate training. Practical implications: The IPRAS model is transferable because its components can be adapted and implemented according to different police services. A guideline for implementing the model is available. Originality/value: In the scientific literature, inter-agency collaboration is highly recommended but only a few models have been evaluated. This paper presents an inter-agency approach embedded in an evaluated police intervention model. (Publisher abstract)
Responding to victims of abuse in later life in the United States
- Authors:
- BRANDL Bonnie, DAWSON Linda
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 13(6), 2011, pp.315-322.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The phrase "abuse in later life" is used in the United States when referring to the abuse of victims over 50 years of age who are in an ongoing relationship where there is an expectation of trust with the offender. This article describes the dynamics and context of abuse in later life in the US and the work of the US Department of Justice's Office on Violence against Women Abuse in Later Life Program. It looks at the abuse in later life community grant programme and provides an overview of grant recipients and activities. It also discusses the training provided, lessons learned by local practitioners who use a multidisciplinary approach to respond to abuse in later life, and outcomes, including changes in policies and practice to enhance safety and quality of life for older victims.