SOCIAL MEDIA

Facts About Elder Abuse 

Things You Can Do 

• 1 in 10 Americans age 60+ have experienced #ElderAbuse. 
• #ElderAbuse is underreported. 
• For every 1 case of #ElderAbuse reported, 44 cases are not. 
• 1 in 14 cases of #ElderAbuse come to the attention of authorities. 
• Lack of #CommunitySupports increases risk of abuse. 
• Isolation is a risk factor of #ElderAbuse. 
• The costs of #ElderAbuse are high for the affected individuals and society alike. 
• #ElderAbuse reduces older people’s participation in the life of our communities. 
• Abuse creates healthcare and legal costs, which are often shouldered by public programs like Medicare and Medicaid. 
• #ElderAbuse costs survivors billions of dollars each year. 
• The annual loss by survivors of #FinancialAbuse is estimated to be between $2.6 billion and $36.5 billion. 
• #ElderAbuse is associated with increased rates of hospitalization in the community population. 

• Learn the signs of elder abuse and neglect. 
• Learn how we can collectively solve the issue of elder abuse. 
• Learn how we can all age well and reduce abuse with community programs and services. 
• Spread the word with friends and family members. 
• Spread the word about essential community supports like law enforcement, community centers, and public transportation 
• Spread the word about World Elder Abuse Awareness Day #WEAAD 
• Reach out and prevent isolation. 
• Reach out to congregation leaders to give a talk about elder abuse. 
• Call or visit older loved ones regularly. 
• Provide respite breaks for caregivers. 
• Learn more about #AdultProtectiveServices and #LTCOmbudsmen 
• Volunteer to be a friendly visitor.