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• Our Positions
• Federal Funding for Seniors Programs
• Older Americans Act
• Long-Term Services & Supports
• Health Care Reform
  • Straight Talk for Seniors™
• Advocacy Toolkit

Resources

For Professionals

• Sen. Sanders OAA Bill Champions NCOA Priorities
• Congress Finalizes OAA and Other FY12 Appropriations
• Bill Would Strengthen Senior Transportation
• FY12 Appropriations Move Forward
• Advocacy Toolkit: Long-Term Services & Supports

For Older Adults and Caregivers

• Poverty is Personal
• Straight Talk for Seniors™

For Advocates

• Sen. Sanders OAA Bill Champions NCOA Priorities
• Congress Finalizes OAA and Other FY12 Appropriations

Elder Justice

Up to 5 million older Americans are abused every year. Elder abuse robs older adults of independence and dignity.

We sparked a grassroots movement to put an end to this tragedy. Our work, as part of the Elder Justice Now campaign, led Congress to include the Elder Justice Act in health reform legislation.

But our job isn’t finished yet. We've launched a national screening initiative to help raise awareness of the silent issue of elder abuse.

How You Can Help 

• Understand the Elder Justice Act.
  What does it include? How will it work? Read our issue brief
• Host a film screening in your community.
  Order a DVD and download a screening guide to promote community awareness and dialogue on the issue. Get everything you need
• Join an awareness campaign.
  The National Center on Elder Abuse Join Us Campaign provides resources to educate your community and take action in the fight against elder abuse. Join the effort

Suspect Abuse?

If you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation, find contact information for your state or call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116. If someone is in immediate danger, please call 911 or the local police for immediate help.

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