ELDER ABUSE: Age Old Problem, New Perspective

Abuse of older persons has gained public attention with an increased awareness of the need to respond decisively to this complex problem. Detection of elder abuse is dependent on awareness, knowledge and understanding of the problem as well as the recognition of indicators and effects of mistreatment. This course will provide an opportunity to consider effective responses to abuse and violence. Participants will learn methods of prevention, identification and treatment of elder abuse. The subject will be viewed in a clinical context, providing participants with assessment tools and critical thinking abilities to help them understand this growing problem that faces our aging population.