We take crimes against the elderly very serious. We have several deputies and investigators that are specially trained as Elderly Service Officers. If you have any questions about our ESO program contact Chief Investigator Sgt.
Elder abuse can occur when someone inflicts hardship on an elderly person.
It is important to remember that more than one type of abuse can occur at the same time. Sexual Abuse - Forcing the victim to submit to sexual acts of any type. Physical or Emotional Abuse - Endangering the victim's health or physical or mental condition by insulting, striking or threatening the victim. Under Illinois statutes, an elderly person means a person age 60 or older who is physically or mentally impaired due to advanced age. All elderly persons are senior citizens but, of course, not all senior citizens are elderly.