Elder Abuse Bytes E-Newsletter- Sep. 2020

Published: Mon, 08/31/20

In a time when the world is physically distancing, local and global communities came together on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), June 15th, to lift up the voices of older survivors and raise awareness toward prevention. The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) team would like to thank all of you for supporting one another and creating and sharing innovations during these challenging times to ensure that everyone can live free from abuse and neglect as we age.

WEAAD Blogs

Check out our WEAAD 2020 blog series with guest contributors from Canada, Australia, and the U.S. Visit our blog page and stay in touch to receive future updates!

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Using the Past to Re-Write the Future
by Elizabeth Podnieks, PhD, Architect of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)

Older Adult Support for Elder Abuse Victims
by Deborah Cox-Roush, National Director, Senior Corps Corporation for National and Community Service

Learning from each other – Responding to Elder Abuse in Australia
by the Hon Dr Kay Patterson AO, Age Discrimination Commissioner

Confronting Ageism, Racism, and Abuse in Later Life During COVID-19
By Katie Block, MSW, MPH and Sara Mayer, MA, National Clearinghouse Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life

WEAAD Events

At the NCEA, we captured over 166 events worldwide, 158 domestically, and 8 internationally. In addition, the U.S. “turned purple” as we were able to capture WEAAD activities in all 50 states!

#WEAAD on Social Media

The Elder Justice community harnessed the power of social media to observe and promote #WEAAD beyond physical barriers and virtual boundaries.

#WEAADWednesday

Did you miss our #WEAADWednesday #LiftingUpVoices videos? Watch them here.

#WEAADchat

ICYMI, review WEAAD 2020 Twitter Chat (#WEAADchat) Highlights: Part I & Part II

Bookmark Campaign

The NCEA adopted the Australian Human Rights’ Commission’s successful Elder Abuse Bookmark Campaign and launched our own. This educational bookmark (English l Spanish) was designed to provide key information on the signs of elder abuse that everyone should know, and more importantly, where to turn to for more information and support

WEAAD Resource Roundup

The beauty of virtual WEAAD events is that you can tune in at a later time and/or “attend” events outside of your area. Missed a WEAAD event? Don’t worry! Check out a list of WEAAD event recordings below and share with your networks.

WEAAD Event Recordings

Upholding Justice for Older Americans on this World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: A National Conversation

Source: National Center on Elder Abuse

Link: https://trea.usc.edu/resource/upholding-justice-for-older-americans-on-this-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day-a-national-conversation/

2020 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: The impact of COVID-19 on violence, abuse and neglect of older persons

Source: United Nations
Link: https://www.un.org/development/desa/ageing/news/2020/06/weaad/

6th Global Summit 16th Anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Source: NAPSA
Link: https://www.napsa-now.org/get-connected/weaad/

Lifting Up Voices: Law Enforcement Celebration

Source: U.S. Department of Justice
Link: https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice/event/lifting-voices-law-enforcement-weaad-celebration

WEAAD 2020 Webinars

Source: Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Link: https://cnpea.ca/en/knowledge-exchange/cnpea-projects/39-pages/1132-weaad-2020-webinars

Elder Abuse, Exploitation, and Neglect: How to Identify Mistreatment and Support Individuals at Risk

Source: Milwaukee County Department on Aging
Link: https://uwm.edu/socialwelfare/weaad-event-june-2020/

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Webinar

Source: Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Link: http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/press/2020/WEAAD%20Press%20Release%202020_DOEA_FINAL.pdf

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Webinar

Source: Orange County Aging Services Collaborative
Link: http://www.ocagingservicescollaborative.org/weaad2020

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Online Forum

Source: Aged Rights Advocacy Service
Link: http://www.sa.agedrights.asn.au/resources/recorded-webinars

Talk Against Elder Abuse

Source: COTA Tasmania (Council on the Ageing)
Link: https://www.cotatas.org.au/programs/elder-abuse-prevention/talk-against-elder-abuse-2020/#forum

WEAAD: Financial Abuse

Source: AARP Alaska
Link: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=641186770084921&ref=search

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Training Webinar

Source: Wyoming Department of Health- Aging Division
Link: https://www.facebook.com/agingdivision/

Lifting Up the Voices of Older Survivors: Sharing Strength & Resiliency Through Story

Source: NCEA
Link: https://eldermistreatment.usc.edu/2020-weaad-podcast/

2020 Elder Justice Training (various videos)

Source: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services
Link: http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Aging-Elder-Justice-Training.aspx

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event: Elder Abuse Protective Orders & Elder Abuse Prevention Strategies

Source: Iowa Legal Aid
Link: https://www.iowalegalaid.org/resource/elder-law-webinar-series

Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2020 (identifying scams webinar)

Source: ADRC of Columbia County

Link: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4556108312146239503

DOEA Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day with a Webinar on June 18th

Source: Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Link to PDF: http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us/doea/press/2020/WEAAD%20Press%20Release%202020_DOEA_FINAL.pdf
Link to Recording: https://teams.microsoft.com/_#/broadcastPlaybackScreen

Ask Me Anything: WEAAD Series on Facebook

Source: Elder Options
Link: https://www.facebook.com/pg/Elder.Options.AAA/videos/?ref=page_internal

Everything You Need to Know About Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

Source: Area Agency on Agency of Broward County
Link: https://www.facebook.com/adrcbroward/

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Credit Union Roundtable

Source: Better Values Better Banking
Link: https://bettervaluesbetterbanking.com/cu-roundtable/21-cu-roundtable-episodes/104-episode-9-june-2020

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2020 Webinar

Source: Seniors Rights Services
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUB9RcKhOrw

Creative WEAAD Campaigns

Radio Underwriting: The Nebraska Dept. Of Health and Human Services aired 15-second underwriting with elder abuse prevention messages with APS number to call to report elder abuse to be aired on statewide public radio.

Children’s Art Competition, Keeping Connected in Times of COVID-19, HSE National Safeguarding Office

Cherish Our Kupuna: The Maui County Office on Aging ran an advertisement in the Maui News that includes Word Art, a thank you to everyone working to protect and honor kupuna/elders daily, a description of WEAAD and a line saying for more information to call their office.

In Recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: The Douglas County (Nevada) sheriff’s office is asking the public to reach out to an older American on June 15 to create an intergenerational bridge, honor and greet a senior, or simply check on an older American and see if the signs of elder neglect are present.

Promise Pledge Signing: The Harwich and District Community Crime Prevention Panel requested individuals and organizations to sign Promise Pledge document which raises awareness of Elder Abuse within their respective communities.

In a unique way, COVID-19 has brought us together. We are learning new ways to communicate, innovate, and connect with our communities. We are united in our work, problem solving, and passion in promoting and advancing elder justice. We look forward to strengthening and expanding our elder justice community, resources, and supports to prevent and end elder abuse.