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A model intervention for elder abuse and dementia.

G J Anetzberger1, B R Palmisano, M Sanders

  • 1Benjamin Rose Institute, Cleveland Heights, OH 44106, USA. georgia@benrose.org

The Gerontologist
|August 29, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This project enhanced elder abuse reporting for dementia patients through cross-training and new tools. Caregiver resources were developed to identify and prevent abuse, improving safety for vulnerable adults.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Social Work

Background:

  • Elder abuse is a significant issue, particularly affecting individuals with dementia.
  • Effective reporting and management systems are crucial for protecting vulnerable populations.
  • Existing interventions often lack targeted strategies for dementia-related elder abuse.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a collaborative project aimed at improving elder abuse reporting and management in persons with dementia.
  • To develop and test educational curricula, screening tools, and referral protocols.
  • To create resources for caregivers to identify and prevent elder abuse.

Main Methods:

  • A 2-year collaborative project in Cleveland, OH.
  • Development and testing of cross-training curricula for adult protective services and dementia care staff/volunteers.

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  • Creation of a handbook for caregivers of persons with dementia.

    • Main Results:

    • Successfully developed and tested educational materials and tools.
    • Produced a caregiver handbook to aid in self-identification of abuse risk and intervention seeking.
    • Established protocols for improved reporting and management of elder abuse cases.

    Conclusions:

    • The project demonstrated a successful model for enhancing elder abuse detection and response in dementia care.
    • The developed resources can be replicated in other communities to improve support for vulnerable elders.
    • Interdisciplinary collaboration is key to addressing complex issues like elder abuse in dementia.