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The Norfolk District Attorney's Office Sexual Assault, Child Abuse and Elder Abuse Unit provides investigation, prosecution and victim assistance in elder abuse cases. The Unit consists of Assistant District Attorneys, Victim-Witness Advocates and State Troopers specially trained to address elder abuse crimes.
Elder abuse and neglect is becoming a major (and underreported) crime. The most common forms of elder neglect and abuse are:
- Caregiver neglect
- Physical abuse
- Financial exploitation
- Emotional abuse
Elder Neglect and Abuse Warning Signs
REPORT IT
If you or someone you know has been the victim of elder neglect or abuse, please call your local police department (911) immediately. You may also call the Norfolk District Attorney's office at (781) 830-4800. Listed below are some other numbers for you to call:
Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs Hotline
(for physical, emotional or financial neglect or abuse):
1-800-922-2275
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
(for physical, emotional or financial abuse occurring in
a nursing home or by someone who is employed by a licensed
organization):
1-800-462-5540 |
Other Resources for SeniorsAmerican Association of Retired Persons (AARP)
601 E. St. NW
Washington, DC 20049
Phone: 1-800-424-3410
www.aarp.com
AARP is the nation's leading organization for people age 50 and older. It serves their needs and interests through information and education, advocacy and community services, which are provided by a network of local chapters and experienced volunteers throughout the country. The organization also offers members a wide range of special benefits and services, including Modern Maturity magazine and the Monthly Bulletin.
U.S. Government Administration on AgingAdministration on Aging (AOA)
330 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201
1-800-677-1116, (202) 619-7501
Fax: (202) 260-1012
www.aoa.dhhs.gov
This website includes information designed for older Americans and their families as well as those concerned about providing the opportunities and services to enrich the lives of older persons and support their independence.
Access American for Seniors
www.seniors.gov
This is a website which provides seniors with one site where they can access government services and information. It deals with taxes, benefits, and Social Security.
National Fraud Information Center (NFIC)1-800-876-7060
www.fraud.org
The National Fraud Information Center is a nationwide toll-free hotline for consumers to get advice about telephone solicitations and report possible telemarketing fraud to law enforcement agencies. In 1996, the Internet Fraud Watch was created, enabling the NFIC to offer consumers advice about promotions in cyberspace and route reports of suspected online and Internet fraud to the appropriate government agencies. The NFIC's trained counselors help consumers identify the danger signs of possible fraud and direct them to the right places for more information, if needed. Consumers can also report suspected telemarketing or Internet fraud through the NFIC hotline or web site. |
