About 23 percent of the abusers are financially dependent on the victim for food, clothing and shelter. The Illinois Department on Aging works with local agencies that respond to the needs of both victims and abusers. Services may include in-home care, adult day care, respite, health services or counseling. Every effort is made to keep the person in his or her own home. Certain types of professionals, including social service workers, law enforcement officers and medical practitioners, are mandated to report elder abuse and neglect if older persons are not able to report themselves.
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The identities of people who report are not disclosed except with their written permission or by an order of court. Anonymous reports are also accepted. E-mail us your answer.