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What's new in elder abuse programming? Four bright ideas

R S Wolf1, K Pillemer

  • 1Institute on Aging, Medical Center of Central Massachusetts, Worcester 01605.

The Gerontologist
|February 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces four effective models for community agencies to combat elder abuse: multidisciplinary teams, senior advocate volunteers, victim support groups, and specialized social work training. These adaptable, low-cost programs show success and are recommended for wider adoption.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Social Work
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Community agencies encounter significant challenges in managing elder abuse cases.
  • Effective intervention models are crucial for supporting vulnerable older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present four replicable best practice models for community agencies addressing elder abuse.
  • To highlight the effectiveness and feasibility of these intervention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Description of four distinct models: multidisciplinary case consultation, senior advocate volunteers, victim support groups, and a specialized Master of Social Work degree.
  • Focus on the practical implementation and operational aspects of each model.

Main Results:

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  • The presented models offer practical solutions to common problems in elder abuse case management.
  • Each model demonstrates a successful approach with potential for positive outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The four best practice models are cost-effective, flexible, and successful, making them suitable for replication.
  • Widespread adoption of these models can enhance community responses to elder abuse.