Events

Elder mistreatment cases are often complex, and contextual and cultural variations impact elder mistreatment perceptions and responses. These factors may create challenges in identifying and navigating appropriate remedies and responses. Recommended interventions vary based on the type, severity, and context of abuse as well as the goals, preferences, and values of the older adult who …

The Range of Remedies in Elder Mistreatment Webinar Read More »

Preventing and addressing elder abuse and building resilience in older adults requires a nuanced and trauma-informed approach. Trauma is a widespread issue that affects individuals in different ways. Older adults are exposed to multiple types of traumas over the lifetime as well as older adult-specific traumas, including the loss of spouse/ partner, social isolation, chronic …

WEAAD 2023 WEBINAR: TRAUMA-INFORMED PRACTICES TO ADDRESS ABUSE AND BUILD RESILIENCE Read More »

Join Dr. Laura Mosqueda, Director of the National Center on Elder Abuse and former Health and Aging Policy Fellow, and Bob Blancato, National Coordinator of the Elder Justice Coalition, and Nicole Howell, Health Policy Advisor to Congressman Bill Pascrell Jr. for a moderated “fireside chat.” They will discuss the current status of elder justice policy …

Fireside Chat on Elder Justice Policy Read More »

The NCEA is excited to present the "OGs of Elder Justice" series. Elder justice trailblazers will share their experiences, challenges, joys, and contributions in the field. Join us as we honor the past, understand the present, and shape the future of elder justice, one conversation at a time. To kick off the series, we invite …

The OGs of Elder Justice in Conversation: M.T. Connolly & Laura Mosqueda Read More »

Join the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, the Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center (LACRC) at the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology of USC with an esteemed panel of journalists, caregivers, and practitioners for a panel discussion to celebrate National Family Caregivers Month. Gain insights from acclaimed …

NCEA x LACRC November Caregiving Webinar Read More »

The mission of the USC Judith D. Tamkin International Symposium on Elder Abuse is to create safe and healthy environments for all older adults, here and across the world, by bringing researchers, practitioners, advocates, thought leaders, lawmakers, and other stakeholders together to share findings, strategize solutions, and help shape and propel the field of elder …

2024 USC JUDITH D. TAMKIN INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ELDER ABUSE Read More »

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15th, the National Center on Elder Abuse will host an event on April 3rd on the USC Campus. All are invited to participate as we gather near Tommy Trojan on the University Park Campus to spread awareness about elder abuse prevention. In addition to building awareness, the …

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) USC Campus Event Read More »

Risk-taking is a fundamental function of decision-making. We all have the right to take risks and make choices that give our lives meaning. However, our ability to participate in activities that carry risk often comes under scrutiny, particularly if we experience physical, cognitive, mental health, or functional decline in later life. Diminished decisional capacity can …

WEAAD Webinar – Decision-making in Later Life: Navigating Risk and Optimizing Safety Read More »