Abuse in Later Life

All information below is taken from national elder abuse sources. MBCC does not hold the copyrights to any production or media. All sources are listed below.

If you or someone you know is experiencing harm, help is available. In cases of emergency, always contact 911.

Contact Adult Protective Services:

APS.MT.Gov
1-844-277-9300 (M-F 9am-5pm)

If in care facility, contact Senior Long Term Ombudsman:

1-800-551-3191 (M-F 9am-5pm)

Free and Confidential Hotlines available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

National Sexual Assault Violence Hotline

800-656-4673(HOPE)

National Domestic Violence Hotline

800-799-7233(SAFE)

SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline

877-360-5428(LGBT)

Fast Facts

For more detailed facts about and specific examples of Elder Abuse, please visit the Elder Abuse Facts page.



What is Elder Abuse? Who is affected? How common is Elder Abuse? I suspect someone or myself is experiencing harm. What do I do?

Resources and Tools

Elder Abuse LibGuide

Elder Abuse and Diversity:

No community is immune to elder abuse. Some communities may face additional barriers to receive appropriate services or report elder abuse.

Elder Abuse of People with Disabilities
LGBTQ Aging Center National Indian Council on Aging
National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative
Red Wind Consulting Inc.
National Hispanic Council on Aging
SAGE
The Diverse Elders Coalition
Top Scams Targeted to Seniors

For Law Enforcement:

Elder Abuse Guide for Law Enforcement (EAGLE)

Frequently Asked Questions About
Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation:

Elder Mistreatment Fact Sheet: FAQ
Center for Disease Control FAQ

Technology and Safety

Tech Tips for Older Adults: Online Privacy and Safety
Technology and Abuse in Later Life
Additional Resources

Other:

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Abuse in Later Life

Contact Adult Protective Services:

If in care facility, contact Senior Long Term Ombudsman:

Free and Confidential Hotlines available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

National Sexual Assault Violence Hotline

National Domestic Violence Hotline

SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline

Fast Facts

Resources and Tools

Elder Abuse and Diversity:

For Law Enforcement:

Frequently Asked Questions About
Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation:

Technology and Safety

Other:

Abuse in Later Life

Contact Adult Protective Services:

If in care facility, contact Senior Long Term Ombudsman:

Free and Confidential Hotlines available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

National Sexual Assault Violence Hotline

National Domestic Violence Hotline

SAGE National LGBT Elder Hotline

Fast Facts

Resources and Tools

Elder Abuse and Diversity:

For Law Enforcement:

Frequently Asked Questions About Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation:

Technology and Safety

Other:

Free and Confidential Hotlines available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Frequently Asked Questions About
Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation: