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    Keeping Elder Abuse Images off of Social Media: A New Front for Advocates

    On October 26, 2016 · Add Comment
    Since 2012, ProPublica documented 47 instances in which workers at nursing homes and assisted living centers posted photos or videos of residents on social media networks.
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    New York State Elder Abuse Prevention and Intervention Services Survey: Report of Findings

    On July 5, 2016 · Add Comment
    Elder justice stakeholders in NYS responded to a survey developed by the NYC Elder Abuse Center (NYCEAC) and Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc. to assess the current adequacy of elder abuse victim prevention and intervention services around the state. The findings from the survey can be found in the newly released report, New York State Elder Abuse Prevention and Intervention Survey: Report of Findings.
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    NYC Elder Abuse Prevention Campaign

    On June 20, 2016 · Add Comment
    “We wanted to emphasize that elder abuse happens every day, everywhere in the City, and that it ‘hits close to home,’ as the ads say,” explains Resnick. “We wanted people to understand that you don’t have to be in a nursing home, or be poor or have dementia to be an elder abuse victim. Because elder abuse is so often perpetrated by family members, anyone is vulnerable. And we wanted to get the message across that it could be happening to a neighbor, a friend, to their own older relative.”
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    16 for 2016: World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Campaign

    On May 27, 2016 · Add Comment
    This year for WEAAD, the New York City Elder Abuse Center (NYCEAC) will be sharing resources for elder justice professionals daily for 16 days, in a campaign called 16 for 2016 – which you can find on Twitter at #16for2016 or on our Facebook page starting on May 31, 2016.
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    10 Minutes with Andy Mao: Coordinator of the Elder Justice Initiative at the US Department of Justice (DOJ)

    On May 10, 2016 · Add Comment
    NYCEAC recently sat down with Andy Mao, Coordinator of the Department of Justice's Elder Justice Initiative, to chart the Initiative’s evolution, with a focus on one of Andy’s signature accomplishments there, the DOJ’s Elder Justice Website.
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    Supporting Victims and Families through the Holidays: Tips for Professionals

    On December 18, 2015 · Add Comment
    This blog was originally published in November of 2014. We are sharing it once again this holiday season in the hopes of reaching individuals who did not see it last year. Holidays are a time of family gatherings and traditions. During the holidays, the past can be idealized, which can cause this time of year to be especially difficult for victims of elder abuse and those concerned about them. This blog provides useful tips for professionals supporting older victims and families during the holiday season.
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    News & Resources Roundup - August 2015

    On August 31, 2015 · Add Comment
    Welcome to the NYC Elder Abuse Center’s (NYCEAC) July round-up of the latest in elder justice news & resources. We've selected and analyzed the most helpful articles and resources relevant to elder justice professionals.
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    News & Resources Roundup - July 2015

    On July 30, 2015 · Add Comment
    Welcome to the NYC Elder Abuse Center’s (NYCEAC) July round-up of the latest in elder justice news & resources. We've selected and analyzed the most helpful articles and resources relevant to elder justice professionals.
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    Elder Abuse Public Service Announcements

    On March 19, 2015 · Add Comment
    We have compiled some of the PSAs that have been already developed by the elder justice field in the hopes that they can be used by others to build awareness.
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    Lessons from the Astor Elder Abuse Case

    On February 16, 2015 · 6 Comments
    I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Mr. Marshall and discuss his experience and key lessons elder justice professionals can learn from this case.
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      • The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals - March 2017
        The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals – March 2017

        Welcome to the NYC Elder Abuse Center’s (NYCEAC) Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals blog. We've selected and analyzed the most helpful articles and resources relevant to elder justice professionals for November and December 2016. More →

      • Ageism in Film and The Countering Ageism in Film Award

        Older adults have important stories to tell greatly benefiting young and old, yet ageist stereotypes are perpetuated by Hollywood’s youth-oriented film industry. These stereotypes hinder our understanding of aging, older adults, and their vast experiences.. More →

      • Elder Abuse in Latino Communities

        Elder abuse in Latino communities is a common phenomenon that often goes unreported. With our increasing population and diversity, talking about specific communities’ needs and how elder justice professionals can effectively implement cultural competency in their work with Latino older adults is not just useful, it’s necessary. More →

      • The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals - January 2017
        The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals – January 2017

        Welcome to the NYC Elder Abuse Center’s (NYCEAC) Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals blog. We've selected and analyzed the most helpful articles and resources relevant to elder justice professionals for November and December 2016. More →

      • The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals - November 2016
        The Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals – November 2016

        Welcome to the NYC Elder Abuse Center’s (NYCEAC) Field Guide: News and Resources for Elder Justice Professionals blog. We've selected and analyzed the most helpful articles and resources relevant to elder justice professionals for July and August 2016. More →

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