National Center on Elder Abuse E-News

Volume 11 Number 1 August 2008

In This Issue:

Quilt Show Bridges Generations, Draws upon Community Networks (page 1)

Technology Updates: Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly
and National Center on Elder Abuse Web Sites (page 3)

New and Updated Adult Protective Services Legal Charts Online (page 4)

Nominations for the Elder Rights Advocacy Hall of Fame (page 4)

Funding Opportunities (page 5)

Federal Legislative Updates (page 6)

Calendar of Events (page 9)

Credits (page 10)

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Quilt Show Bridges Generations, Draws
upon North CarolinaCommunity Networks

(Image is included which is intended to illustrate the theme that elder
abuse affects people of diverse backgrounds. The image is of a quilt
with beige background; abstract, human forms in various colours and
sizes are under a red umbrella with the words "prevent elder abuse.")

One night last December, Sara Munzer and her colleagues who serve on the
Violence in Aging Council of Pitt County, North Carolina were
brainstorming ideas for commemorating the upcoming World Elder Abuse
Awareness Day. They were looking for an idea that was unique, creative
and eye catching, and likely to make a lasting impression on members of
the community.

Ms. Munzer, the program administrator of North Carolina's first violence
in later life program, had recalled the impact of the AIDS and breast
cancer awareness quilting projects that promoted public attention and
education. An amateur quilter herself, she suggested a quilt
competition, knowing how visually compelling these shows can be. The
group backed the idea, theorizing that such a display could be striking
enough to overcome the natural resistance to recognizing violence
issues, a resistance compounded by ageism when considering elder abuse.

"We didn't know if this was going to fly, and kept pursuing it step by
step," said Ms. Munzer. The coalition's first anxiety was whether or not
there would be any quilts created, but the group was proactive in
recruiting participants. To enlist elders themselves in the effort,
Annette Eubanks, regional long-term care ombudsman and Violence in Aging
Council representative, decided to talk to senior centers, many of which
sponsor quilting groups. To the delight of the coalition, this strategy
was effective in soliciting both group entries and those of lifelong
quilters. In addition, Violence in Aging Council members reached out to
local quilters' guilds, advertised through local print, television, and
radio media, and tapped into the network of a longstanding ally, East
Carolina University.

In February, they began to receive confirmation that various groups
would participate. To encourage interest, the committee decided not to
stipulate dimension restrictions but opened the competition to all
types. As a result, there was great variety not only among themes
presented but also among shapes and sizes of entered pieces. In all, ten
quilts were entered into the competition, ranging from a trio of 9 by 9
inch wall hangings to full size comforters. One quilt was donated to the
project after the competition ended. The collection was eclectic,
highlighting traditional motifs incorporating time-honored patterns to
more contemporary looks.

First prize went to Martin County Quilters for "Elder Abuse Hurts --
Let's Stop the Hurting," a boldly patterned full size quilt featuring a
blend of both traditional and modern elements: a realistic
representation of an older woman's thoughtful face bordered by several
frames of diamond and arrow patches. Second place was awarded to the
Hertford County Senior Center for their brightly stylized "Prevent Elder
Abuse," with a purple hand cupping a red heart, centered on a bright
green field surrounded by smaller and face-like hearts. Third prize was
awarded to Madeline Roy, a retired Greenville resident, for her poignant
depiction of an older couple seated arm-in-arm on a park bench with
their dog, facing away from viewers, simply entitled, "Prevent Elderly
Abuse -- Love -- Shelter - Help." Some quilts were inspired by biblical
verse, others reflected diversity, and many incorporated colors and
symbols traditionally associated with abuse prevention (such as the
color purple, and hearts and hands). Both television and newspaper
journalists chronicled the exhibit, artists, volunteers, and viewers who
voted for their favorites. (To view the North Carolina's Daily Reflector
photo gallery, visit:
<http://www.reflector.com/news/mediahub/media/slideshow/index.jsp?tId=110857>.)

Along the way, Ms. Munzer noted that there were many obstacles to
overcome, not the least of which was figuring out how to mount the
exhibit. The solution came from a sister project of the Family Violence
Program of Pitt County, the agency that houses her own program. The
Family Violence Program also sponsors a thrift store and resale shop,
and the event planners borrowed the clothing racks in order to drape the
entries, using skirt hangers to suspend the pieces. The dramatic display
at the Greenville Mall on June 13^th^ drew in hundreds of curious
shoppers, many of whom voted. Volunteers noted that many voters also
picked up available elder abuse literature and stickers, and commented
that the quilts were more successful in generating interest than
previous literature display tables had been.

The event was not only the culmination of six months of planning and
stitching, but of nearly eight years of coalition building. When Ms.
Munzer, a 25 year veteran of aging services, became the coordinator of
the violence in later life program, part of her mission was to establish
a multidisciplinary team of stakeholders from the region. The Violence
in Aging Council includes approximately a dozen representatives from
adult protective services, law enforcement, health care, the legal
system, ombudsmen, et cetera, who meet monthly. Although they
occasionally conference cases, their primary goal is to raise public and
professional awareness. Since its inception in 2000, the team has
sponsored five conferences addressing violence in later life, among
other initiatives.

"I was impressed with the work of the coalition, and the volunteers, and
we were able to get the general community involved. What really
impressed me is that people were not only involved, but were genuinely
excited and enthusiastic about it. To me, this had more of an impact on
the community at large, including seniors, than the others. By combining
the efforts of professionals, students, seniors, and others, this really
involved the community at all levels."

As mentioned above, students from the East Carolina University played a
valuable role in running the competition. An example of collaboration at
its best, the East Carolina University community has been actively
involved in abuse in later life projects for years, with dozens of
students serving program internships. Ms. Munzer serves on the board of
the East Carolina University Service Learning Center. Interns involved
in the quilt competition include Danyelle Lang, Christian Adams, Penny
Adams, Michelle Edenbeck, Mathew McGough, and Jessie Staton. As a
surprise to the event planners, the students created their own quilt to
commemorate World Day and the competition.

In addition to working with the Violence in Aging Council to promote
elder abuse awareness, Ms. Munzer has delivered training across the
state as other regions model Pitt County's abuse in later life program.
The Family Violence Program is a private non-profit agency addressing
the needs of victims of domestic violence, and provides shelter and
counseling services to clients of all ages.

The impact of the quilt show will not stop with the one day display.
Most of the pieces have been donated to the cause, and plans are
developing to use them as backdrops for presentations, conferences, and
other consciousness-raising activities throughout the state. Additional
possibilities for display may be forthcoming. Feedback has been
overwhelming, with many community members asking if the competition will
become an annual event. According to Ms. Munzer, the Violence in Aging
Council hasn't made that decision yet, though she admits that the
contest was very rewarding, and she would relish the opportunity to
apply the "lessons learned" in the future.

She summed up the experience succinctly: "This is one of the best
projects I have ever been involved with."

For more information on the quilt show, contact Sara Munzer at
<smunzer@pittfvp.org>. To learn more about the Family Violence Program
of Pitt County, Inc., visit: <http://www.pittfvp.org/>.

Technology Updates: Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly
and NCEA Websites

Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly Unveils Redesigned Web
Site to Enhance Research Initiatives, Promote Public Awareness

In June, the Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly, based at
the University of Delaware, unveiled its newly designed web site. The
conversion involved not only adopting a "new look" but a completely new
search engine intended to aid web users seeking research and scholarly
information on elder abuse. The new design is also intended to aid aging
services and other professionals in their mission to promote elder abuse
awareness.

The new search engine allows for a simple keyword search in addition to
more advanced search options, including searching by author, words or
phrases from the title or abstract, journal title, and publication year.
The database identifies nearly 6,000 articles, reports, online
resources, videos, and public awareness materials on the topic of elder
abuse, neglect, and exploitation and related issues (such as ageism,
domestic violence, and conditions that impact elder mistreatment).

The conversion of the Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly
database is intended to assist researchers, policy planners, and
advocates in quickly identifying peer-reviewed elder abuse literature;
students seeking general information on elder abuse; practitioners
seeking to enhance knowledge and skills; and elders and family members
addressing personal concerns.

The Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly will also be a
valuable tool for stakeholders promoting elder abuse public awareness,
as it is currently incorporating descriptions of all materials collected
by the NCEA for a centralized public awareness inventory. During the
recent collection efforts, approximately 500 public awareness materials
(ranging from stand alone brochures to comprehensive regional campaigns)
were identified. Descriptions of each item will be entered into the
Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly database, and will be
easily identified through a keyword search using the term "public
awareness" (without the quotes).

To access the Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly website,
visit: <http://www.cane.udel.edu/>. Feedback and questions can be sent
to <ncea-info@aoa.hhs.gov>.

The University of Delaware is the NCEA grantee responsible for public
awareness and co-management activities.

NCEA Web Site Posts New Publications Database

The NCEA recently created a publications database to allow easy access
to its web-based library. NCEA publications can now be searched by
selecting a topic (such as "neglect" or "intervention") from a subject
list.

Catalogued publications, all available online, were created for the NCEA
by various organizations affiliated with the Center throughout the past
several decades. Most of the materials were created by affiliates in
their roles as NCEA grantees. Several publications funded through other
sources are included because of their direct relevance to the work of
elder abuse prevention. New publications will be added to the archive as
they become available. To access the new publications database, visit:
<http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/NCEAroot/Main_Site/Library/Publications/Publications.aspx>.

New and Updated Adult Protective Services Legal Charts Online

The American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging has prepared
new and updated adult protective services legal charts for the NCEA. New
charts address the following topics: mandatory training;
multidisciplinary teams; reporting/ referrals to law enforcement;
immunity for good faith reporting; prohibitions of retaliation against
reporters of suspected elder abuse; and undue influence. Updated charts
address: types of abuse; and threshold eligibility criteria. The charts
are accessible from both the American Bar Association Commission's elder
abuse web page:
[[http://www.abanet.org/aging/about/elderabuse.shtml]{.underline}](http://www.abanet.org/aging/about/elderabuse.shtml),
or through the NCEA web site:
[[http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/NCEAroot/Main_Site/Find_Help/APS/Analysis_State_Laws.aspx]{.underline}](http://www.ncea.aoa.gov/NCEAroot/Main_Site/Find_Help/APS/Analysis_State_Laws.aspx).

Nominations for the Elder Rights Advocacy Hall of Fame

The National Association of Legal Services Developers Elder Rights
Advocacy Hall of Fame, established in 2007, is currently accepting
nominations for its 2008 induction. Advocates may be nominated for the
honor in one of two categories: lifetime achievement or significant
contribution. The induction will take place at the annual National Aging
and Law Conference in Arlington, Virginia, in December.

According to the eligibility criteria, the Hall of Fame "recognizes
those who have advanced the legal rights of our nation's over-sixty
population, or a significant segment thereof. Those who have advocated
on behalf of the poor, disadvantaged, socially needy, and vulnerable
elderly will be given special consideration...." Advancing the legal
rights includes, but is not limited to: providing or obtaining legal
advice or representation; assisting elders in understanding and
exercising their rights; assisting elders, particularly those at risk of
inappropriate guardianship, in maintaining their legal rights;
advocating for either state or federal legislation that advances elder
rights; and "improving the quality and quantity of legal assistance
available" to this population. Nominations are open to all professional
disciplines; however, current members of the Executive Committee of the
National Association of Legal Assistance Developers are ineligible.

Nominations should be received by September 10^th^, 2008 and should
include the following information:

-   the name and current occupation of the nominee;

-   the category for which the nomination is made;

-   a description of the nominee's contributions based on the category
    in which they are nominated;

-   background information or résumé of the nominee;

-   supporting documentation such as letters of support, list of
    accomplishments, list of publications, et cetera

For more information, or to nominate an advocate, contact Bill Graham,
legal services developer, at <bill.graham@ofa.state.ny.us>.

Funding Opportunities

The following funding opportunities are now available:

Helping Outreach Programs to Expand Grants

Application deadline: Open, dependent upon available funding.

Helping Outreach Programs to Expand awards grants to improve outreach
to, and services for, crime victims. Grassroots, nonprofit,
community-based, and faith-based victim services organizations are among
those eligible to apply.

For more information, visit:
<http://www.ovc.gov/fund/expandingoutreach/welcome.html>.

The Borchard Fellowship in Law & Aging Research Grants

Application deadline: All materials must be postmarked by September 30,
2008.

The Center awards up to four grants of \$20,000 each year to "all
interested and qualified legal, health sciences, social sciences, and
gerontology scholars and professionals....The objectives of the grants
are to further research and scholarship about new or improved public
policies, laws, and/or programs that will enhance the quality of life
for the elderly, including those who are poor or otherwise isolated by
lack of education, language, culture, disability, or other barriers...."

For more information, visit:
<http://www.borchardcenter.org/argp_rfp.html>.

Federal Legislation: A Quarterly Look at Legislation that May Impact the
Lives of Older Americans

The Elder Abuse Prevention Act (House Resolution 2105), which seeks to
"prevent the abuse and exploitation of older individuals," gained the
support of Representative Gene Green (Democrat, Texas - 29) in June. The
bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in May by Ben
Chandler (Democrat, Kentucky - 6).

House Resolution 2105
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h2105ih.txt.pdf>

The Elder Justice Act (Senate Bill 1070 / House Resolution 1783) gained
the support of Representatives Andre Carson (Democrat, Indiana - 7),
Mike Thompson (Democrat, California - 1), Donald Payne (Democrat, New
Jersey - 10), Bob Etheridge (Democrat, North Carolina - 2) and Darlene
Hooley (Democrat, Oregon - 5) in June and July, bringing the total
number of co-sponsors to 120 in the House of Representatives and 28 in
the Senate. The bill seeks to "amend the Social Security Act to enhance
the social security of the Nation by ensuring adequate public-private
infrastructure and to resolve to prevent, detect, treat, intervene in,
and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation."

Senate Bill 1070
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s1070is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 1783
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h1783ih.txt.pdf>

The Senior Investor Protections Enhancement Act of 2008 (Senate Bill
3219) was introduced in the Senate by Robert Casey, Junior (Democrat -
Pennsylvania) in June. The bill, which seeks to "enhance penalties for
violations of securities protections that involve targeting seniors,"
has been co-sponsored by Senator Herb Kohl (Democrat - Wisconsin) and
referred to the House Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

Senate Bill 3219
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s3219is.txt.pdf>

The Ensuring Home Health Care for Seniors Act of 2008 (Senate Bill 3265)
was introduced in the Senate by Tim Johnson (Democrat -- South Dakota)
in July. The bill, which seeks to "amend title XVIII of the Social
Security Act to provide for payment of home health services on a
reasonable cost basis," has been referred to the Senate Committee on
Finance.

Senate Bill 3265
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s3265is.txt.pdf>

The Elder Serve Act of 2008 (House Resolution 6141), which was
introduced in the House of Representatives in May by John Yarmuth
(Democrat, Kentucky - 3), gained the support of Representative Yvette
Clarke (Democrat, New York - 11) in June. The bill, which seeks to
"establish pilot programs that provide for emergency crisis response
teams to combat elder abuse," has been referred to the House Committee
on the Judiciary.

House Resolution 6141
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h6141ih.txt.pdf>

The Stop Senior Suicide Act (Senate Bill 1854 / House Resolution 4897),
which seeks to "amend the Social Security Act and the Public Health
Service Act to improve elderly suicide early intervention and prevention
strategies," gained the support of Representative John Lewis (Democrat,
Georgia - 5) in June, bringing the total number of co-sponsors to 18 in
the House of Representatives and 4 in the Senate.

Senate Bill 1854
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s1854is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 4897
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h4897ih.txt.pdf>

The Caring for an Aging America Act of 2008 (Senate Bill 2708 / House
Resolution 6337), which was introduced in the Senate by Barbara Boxer
(Democrat - California) in March to "amend the Public Health Service Act
to attract and retain trained health care professionals and direct care
workers dedicated to providing quality care to the growing population of
older Americans," gained additional support in June from Senators Tim
Johnson (Democrat -- South Dakota), Ron Wyden (Democrat - Oregon),
Daniel Inouye (Democrat - Hawaii) and Dianne Feinstein (Democrat -
California), bringing the total number of co-sponsors in the Senate to
7. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Carolyn
Kilpatrick (Democrat, Michigan - 13) on June 20, 2008 and has been
supported by Representatives Joe Baca (Democrat, California - 43) and
Steve Cohen (Democrat, Tennessee - 9). The bill has been referred to the
Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions and the House
Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Senate Bill 2708
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s2708is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 6337
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h6337ih.txt.pdf>

The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Act of 2008 (Senate
Bill 2736 / House Resolution 2930), which seeks to "amend section 202 of
the Housing Act of 1959 to improve the program under such section for
supportive housing for the elderly," gained the support of Senators Bill
Nelson (Democrat - Florida), Patrick Leahy (Democrat - Vermont) and Mary
Landrieu (Democrat - Louisiana) in June and July, bringing the total
number of co-sponsors to 9 in the Senate and 15 in the House.

Senate Bill 2736
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s2736is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 2930
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h2930rfs.txt.pdf>

The Geriatric Assessment and Chronic Care Coordination Act of 2007
(Senate Bill 1340 / House Resolution 2244) received additional support
in June from Representatives Ed Pastor (Democrat, Arizona - 4) and Nita
Lowey (Democrat, New York - 18), bringing the total number of
co-sponsors to 20 in the House and 14 in the Senate. The bill seeks to
"amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare
beneficiaries with access to geriatric assessments and chronic care
coordination services."

Senate Bill 1340
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s1340is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 2244
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h2244ih.txt.pdf>

The Community Choice Act (Senate Bill 799 / House Resolution 1621),
which seeks to "amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide
individuals with disabilities and older Americans with equal access to
community-based attendant services and supports" gained additional
support from Representatives Henry Johnson, Junior (Democrat, Georgia -
4), Neil Abercrombie (Democrat, Hawaii - 1), Silvestre Reyes (Democrat,
Texas - 16), Brad Ellsworth (Democrat, Indiana - 8), Marilyn Musgrave
(Republican, Colorado - 4), Peter King (Republican, New York - 3), Judy
Biggert (Republican, Illinois - 13) and Daniel Lipinski (Democrat,
Illinois - 3) in June, bringing the total number of co-sponsors to 115
in the House of Representatives and 21 in the Senate.

Senate Bill 799
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:s799is.txt.pdf>

House Resolution 1621
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h1621ih.txt.pdf>

The Alzheimer\'s Treatment and Caregiver Support Act (House Resolution
1032), which seeks to "amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize
grants for treatment and support services for Alzheimer\'s patients and
their families," gained additional support from Representatives Melvin
Watt (Democrat, North Carolina - 12), Diana DeGette (Democrat,
Colorado - 1), Robert Wexler (Democrat, Florida - 19), Zoe Lofgren
(Democrat, California - 16), Nita Lowey (Democrat, New York - 18), Phil
Hare (Democrat, Illinois - 17), John Hall (Democrat, New York - 19) and
Patrick Kennedy (Democrat, Rhode Island - 1) in June, bringing the total
number of co-sponsors to 116. The bill has been referred to the House
Subcommittee on Health.

House Resolution 1032
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h1032ih.txt.pdf>

The Seniors\' Health Care Freedom Act of 2007 (House Resolution 195),
which seeks to "provide greater health care freedom for seniors," gained
additional support from Representative Michele Bachmann (Republican,
Minnesota - 6) in June, bringing the total number of co-sponsors to 6.
The bill, which was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ron
Paul in January 2007, has been referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

House Resolution 195
<http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=110_cong_bills&docid=f:h195ih.txt.pdf>

Special thanks to Liz Kowalczyk for submitting this information.

Editorial note: The Federal Legislative Update, Elder Abuse Research and
Literature, and State News are now quarterly postings. Elder Abuse
Research and Literature will be featured in the upcoming E-News; State
News will be included in the October issue; and the Federal Legislative
Update will be included in the November issue.

Calendar of Events

August 26 - 29, 2008

The 19th Annual National Adult Protective Services Association
Conference

Adult Protective Services: Advocating, Protecting and Serving Vulnerable
Adults

Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers

Chicago, Illinois

Email: Anne.Kincaid@APSNETWORK.ORG

Telephone: 720-565-0906

Website: http://www.apsnetwork.org/Training/conference.htm

September 10 -- 11, 2008

5th Annual Making the Case for Justice Conference: Investigation and
Prevention of Crimes Against Elder and Vulnerable Adults

Meydenbauer Center

Bellevue, Washington

Email: cyndee.cavanah@kingcounty.gov

Telephone: 206-296-8797

September 16, 2008 - September 19, 2008

Elder Abuse Instructor Training Program

Dallas, TX

Email: stateandlocaltraining@dhs.gov

Telephone: 800-743-5382

Website:
http://www.fletc.gov/training/programs/state-local/training-opportunities/elder-abuse-instructor-training-program-eaitp/

September 23-25, 2008

Prosecuting Elder Abuse Cases

National College of District Attorneys -- America's School for
Prosecutors

National Advocacy Center

Columbia, South Carolina

Email: erin.gaddy@ndaa.org

Telephone: (803) 705-5093

Website:
http://www.ndaa.org/education/ndaa/special_issues_training_schedule.html

December 3 -- 6, 2008

8th Annual National Aging and Law Conference

Double Tree Hotel

Arlington, Virginia

Email: mgouge@aarp.org

Telephone: 202-434-2197

Website:
http://aarpnltp.grovesite.com/page.asp?o=aarpnltp&s=NLTP&p=257256

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National Center on Elder Abuse Grantees:

1\. Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly (website:
www.cane.udel.edu )

2\. National Adult Protective Services Association (website:
www.apsnetwork.org )

3\. National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (website:
www.preventelderabuse.org)

Federal Disclaimer:

The National Center on Elder Abuse E-News is published monthly by the
Clearinghouse on Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly of the University of
Delaware, and edited by Sharon Merriman-Nai. The National Center on
Elder Abuse newsletter is supported in part by a grant (Number 90AM3146)
from the Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services. Grantees undertaking projects under government sponsorship are
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points of view or opinions do not necessarily represent official
Administration on Aging policy.