Trauma Survivors Network - provided by ATS

Survive. Connect. Rebuild.

A Program of the ATS

Prevention Strategies

Currently there is not much data available to support why elder abuse occurs, and prevention strategies to reduce elderly abuse. Addressing risk factors in the previous section might reduce cases of abuse. Financial planning and social support systems are critical.

For additional information: National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
www.preventelderabuse.org