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Elder abuse is "a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person." Wikipedia

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Agencies to contact for assistance.

D.C. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (DHS): ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES

Information provided by: the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health

Investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of frail elderly and disabled adults. Also provides case management, counseling, and support services.

Address 64 New York Avenue NE
6th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
Phone (202) 671-4200
Web http://dhs.dc.gov
Email [email protected]
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:15am-4:45pm

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Preventing Elder Abuse/Violence Prevention/Injury Center/CDC

An older adult is someone 60 or older. The abuse often occurs at the hands of a caregiver or a person the elder trusts. Common types of elder abuse include: Physical abuse; Sexual abuse, Emotional or psychological abuse, Neglect Abandonment, Financial abuse; Self neglect. For more information on elder abuse https://www.cdc.gov. Information from Center for Disease Control.

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