SENIOR DV & ELDER ABUSE RESOURCES

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National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)

What They Offer: Education, reporting guidance, state-by-state resources Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing DV, neglect, or financial abuse Notes: Federal-level resource; strong for understanding rights.

Elder Justice Initiative (U.S. DOJ)

What They Offer: Legal guidance, reporting pathways, victim support Who It Helps: Seniors in abusive homes or relationships Notes: Helps navigate legal protections.

Adult Protective Services (APS)

What They Offer: Investigation, emergency intervention, safety planning Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing abuse, neglect, or exploitation Notes: Every state has APS; strongest for immediate safety concerns.

National Domestic Violence Hotline (Elder DV Included)

What They Offer: DV support for seniors in intimate partner violence Who It Helps: Older adults in abusive relationships Notes: Confidential, trained in elder-specific DV dynamics.

Senior-Specific DV Shelter Programs (varies by state)

What They Offer: Emergency shelter, DV support Who It Helps: Seniors escaping abusive partners or caregivers Notes: Many DV shelters accept seniors; some have senior-focused units.

Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)

What They Offer: Housing assistance, emergency support, case management Who It Helps:Seniors needing safe housing or relocation Notes: Every county has an AAA office.

Catholic Charities Senior Services

What They Offer: Emergency housing, crisis support Who It Helps: Seniors in unsafe homes Notes: Non-religious participation; widely accessible.

Salvation Army Senior Housing Programs

What They Offer: Transitional housing, emergency shelter Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing homelessness or DV Notes: Available nationwide.

Legal Aid Elder Law Programs

What They Offer: Free legal help for seniors Who It Helps: Seniors needing restraining orders, guardianship help, DV protection Notes: Every state has an Elder Law division.

National Elder Law Foundation (NELF)

What They Offer: Certified elder law attorneys Who It Helps: Seniors facing financial abuse, coercion, or DV Notes: Strong for complex cases.

VictimConnect (Elder Abuse Included)

What They Offer: Legal referrals, advocacy Who It Helps: Seniors needing confidential guidance Notes: Identity-affirming and senior-inclusive.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

What They Offer: Advocacy for seniors in nursing homes or assisted living Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing abuse in care facilities Notes: Every state has an Ombudsman office.

SAMHSA Older Adult Mental Health Resources

What They Offer: Trauma support, counseling referrals Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing emotional abuse or DV Notes: Nationwide network.

Senior Peer Counseling Programs (County-Based)

What They Offer: Peer support, emotional safety Who It Helps: Seniors isolated or emotionally abused Notes: Available in many counties.

AARP Mental Health Resources

What They Offer: Emotional support, caregiver abuse guidance Who It Helps: Seniors navigating DV or coercive control Notes: Strong educational tools.

Crisis Text Line (Seniors Included)

What They Offer: Text-based crisis support Who It Helps: Seniors who prefer discreet communication Notes: Confidential.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB – Elder Fraud)

What They Offer: Fraud reporting, financial abuse protection Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing financial exploitation Notes: Strong for scam recovery.

AARP Fraud Watch Network

What They Offer: Scam prevention, fraud support Who It Helps: Seniors targeted by financial abuse Notes: Very senior-friendly.

FBI Elder Fraud Program

What They Offer: Investigation support Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing severe financial abuse Notes: For high-risk cases.

State Attorney General Elder Abuse Units

What They Offer: Legal action, investigation Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing DV-related financial control Notes: Every state has an AG office.

National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA)

What They Offer: Reporting, investigation Who It Helps: Seniors abused by caregivers Notes: Strong for caregiver neglect cases.

Caregiver Action Network (CAN)

What They Offer: Support for seniors and caregivers Who It Helps: Seniors experiencing caregiver burnout or coercion Notes: Good for early intervention.

ElderCare Locator

What They Offer: Local resources, crisis referrals Who It Helps: Seniors needing help navigating unsafe caregiving Notes: Nationwide directory.

SAGE (LGBTQ+ Older Adults)

What They Offer: Support groups, DV resources, housing help Who It Helps: LGBTQ+ seniors in unsafe homes Notes: Identity-affirming.

LGBT National Senior Hotline

What They Offer: Peer support, emotional safety Who It Helps: LGBTQ+ seniors experiencing isolation or abuse Notes: Confidential.

AVP (Elder LGBTQ+ DV Support)

What They Offer: DV advocacy for LGBTQ+ seniors Who It Helps: Queer seniors in abusive relationships Notes: Strong for identity-based violence.

NCEA Educational Tools

What They Offer: Elder abuse warning signs Who It Helps: Seniors and caregivers Notes:Great for BFH educational content.

AARP Safety Guides

What They Offer: DV awareness, scam prevention Who It Helps: Seniors learning to identify abuse Notes: Senior-friendly language.

CDC Elder Abuse Prevention Resources

What They Offer: Education, safety planning Who It Helps: Seniors and families Notes:Strong for prevention.