Webinars
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Past Webinars
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Judicial Guardianship Evaluation: A New Tool for JudgesJune 21, 2022 Judges who preside over guardianship cases are required to make determinations of capacity and to decide whether a guardianship is necessary to protect individuals who are unable to make decisions in their own behalf. Developed for judges by judges from 22 states, the new Guardianship Evaluation Worksheet is a 2-page fillable and printable PDF containing a checklist of relevant factors designed to aid judges in integrating information from multiple sources. The tool also helps judges weigh potential risk factors for abuse in guardianships. Speakers:
Runtime: 1:00:45 |
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Federal Partners Take on the WEAAD 6-1-5 Challenge!June 15, 2022 On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), June 15th, get the latest data and resources you can use to promote elder justice all year long. The #WEAAD615 challenge encourages people around the world to engage their friends, family, and colleagues by sharing facts about elder abuse and how to prevent it. This year, federal agencies will take this challenge with a twist, sharing 6 facts about elder abuse, 1 action the agency will take, and 5 resources or tips you can use to promote elder justice. Hear from the NCEA and our partners: Administration for Community Living (ACL), Elder Justice Initiative at the Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Social Security Administration (SSA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and Senior Medicare Patrol National Resource Center (SMP Resource Center). Runtime: 1:30:40 |
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Trauma Informed Counseling for Older AdultsJanuary 27, 2022 Many older adults have been exposed to trauma in their lifetime. They may have been exposed to violence, discrimination, natural disasters or have survived a past crime. The accumulation of past trauma experiences can exacerbate symptoms related to a current trauma. In this webinar, attendees will learn:
Issues pertaining to cultural sensitivity and ethical dilemmas will be explored. Speaker: Sheri Gibson, PhD Runtime: 52:00 |
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Identifying and Prosecuting Power of Attorney AbuseNovember 18, 2021 Financial powers of attorney are legal tools commonly used to plan for the possibility that an adult may need help with financial decision-making in the future, but they can be used to steal money and property. Presenters will discuss common scenarios and recent prosecutions. Presenters:
Runtime: 1:00:06 |
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Implementing the APS-Initiated Elder Abuse Restraining Order (AIRO)October 21, 2021 A restraining order is an order issued by a state court with the purpose of preventing one person from harming another person. There are several different types of restraining orders embedded in state law. Approximately sixteen states have an elder abuse restraining order statute, typically embedded in adult protective services code, including California. Learn how one county-level adult protective services program in California implemented their restraining order statute. Overcoming some initial challenges, the presenters will share their lessons learned. Speakers:
Runtime: 59:19 |
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Innovations in Guardianship: Maximizing Autonomy and Ensuring AccountabilitySeptember 30, 2021 Guardianship is one approach to providing support and assistance to adults who need help with decision-making about finances and personal issues. However, as recent high-profile and less visible cases illustrate, guardianship can also infringe on personal rights and can lead to mistreatment of older adults and adults with disabilities. Join us for a webinar to discuss current trends and challenges in state guardianship systems, policies and practice. Using real-life guardianship scenarios, the webinar will explore ways to maximize autonomy and ensure accountability throughout the guardianship process. Presenters will discuss less restrictive alternatives to guardianship as well as ways to improve adjudication and post-appointment oversight of guardians. Speakers:
Runtime: 58:53 |
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Coming Back Strong After COVID-19: Federal Elder Justice Innovations and ResourcesJune 9, 2021 In the face of the many challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, the elder justice community has found opportunities to innovate, collaborate, and educate to mitigate the risks of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. This webinar will highlight prominent elder justice issues and resources to strengthen the elder justice movement as we rebuild from the pandemic. Attendees will learn about tools and tips to enhance their elder abuse outreach and response efforts and strategies to spark community engagement. Join us for a national conversation and hear from the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) and our partners at Administration for Community Living (ACL), Elder Justice Initiative at the Department of Justice (DOJ), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Social Security Administration (SSA), and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Runtime: 1:29:44 |
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Tackling Transnational Robocall Scams: The Importance of State and Federal PartnershipsApril 13, 2021 Features a Federal and State partnership that successfully fought against computerized autodialing “robocall” scammers. Presenters:
Runtime: 57:42 |
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Programs For Older Adults Who Have Experienced Financial ExploitationMarch 4, 2021 Learn about three distinct programs designed specifically for older adults who have experienced financial exploitation. Presenters:
Runtime: 56:37 |
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Law Enforcement Investigations of Financial Exploitation and Fraud of Older AmericansNovember 18, 2020 Older Americans lose billions annually to family, friends, professionals, and strangers. Criminal elder abuse investigations are critical for ensuring victims receive justice and abusers are held accountable. But often investigators’ efforts are hampered by a lack of training and not having the right tools to recognize and fully engage in these often-complex cases. Runtime: 1:01:10 |
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Big Risks, Big Rewards: Overcoming Obstacles to Elder Abuse ProsecutionsOctober 22, 2020 Join us for a presentation by experienced prosecutors who will explore some of the obstacles they have faced in prosecuting elder abuse cases and how they have overcome those challenges to get good results for victims. Topics will include victim and witness cognition, responses from law enforcement and evidence gathering, and how the judiciary responds to these cases. Learn about their techniques and the resources they depend upon to do their work and why civil actions are important. Also, find out what remains on their wish list of prosecutor needs and why they continue to do this work. Presenters:
Runtime: 58:52 |
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What Data Reveals About Administering Capacity AssessmentsOctober 8, 2020 There has been growing attention focused on the decision-making capacity of older adults in the context of financial exploitation, with an accompanying increase in requests for capacity assessments. Yet little empirical evidence about capacity assessments is available. In this webinar, two scholars compiling data on the administration of decision-making capacity assessments for older adults will share what they have learned. Sara Qualls will describe data from her Integrated Care Community Project and George Demakis will describe his findings from a study of court-ordered capacity assessments in a large urban county in North Carolina. Presenters:
Runtime: 1:00:58 |
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The Neuroscience behind Financial ScamsJuly 14, 2020 Join us for the webinar, The Neuroscience behind Financial Scams. Older Americans lose billions annually to financial scams and experience of range of harms resulting from their victimization. At times our response is incredulous and at times sympathetic. What is nearly universal is a lack of understanding of why older adults fall victim to these scams. Using brain science and psychological principles, Erik Lande, a neuropsychologist, will guide attendees through an explanation of the mechanisms that facilitate vulnerability to financial scams. Debbie Deem, a former FBI victim specialist who worked frequently with scam victims, will discuss the challenges victims and law enforcement experience, as well as strategies and resources that can assist victims and their families. Speakers:
Runtime: 1:00:04 |
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Introducing the National Elder Abuse MDT Peer Support Listserv CommunityJune 22, 2020 Join us for the webinar, Introducing the National Elder Abuse MDT Peer Support Listserv Community. In collaboration with California District Attorneys Association (CDAA), the Elder Justice Initiative (EJI) is launching a listserv community to aid elder justice multidisciplinary teams (MDT) to communicate with and learn from one another. This peer support community includes a traditional moderated listserv, a document library for sharing relevant resources, and includes the ability for members to message each other. This project is one many supported by the EJI that seeks to build bridges between elder justice projects across the country and to support the development and sustainability of elder abuse multidisciplinary teams. Join us for a webinar exploring this new community and learn how to become a member. Talitha Guinn-Shaver, Presenter Runtime: 24:28 |
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Lifting Up Voices: Law Enforcement WEAAD CelebrationJune 18, 2020 Join us for the webinar, Lifting Up Voices: Law Enforcement WEAAD Celebration. During World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), we want to take this opportunity to celebrate America’s law enforcement officers. Federal agencies will be joined by Officer Steven McGhee with the Paradise Valley Police Department (Arizona) in lifting up the voices of law enforcement by recognizing and commending their tireless work in combatting elder abuse throughout our country, and continuing to serve as first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Collectively, we are grateful. Presenters: Officer Steven McGhee, Paradise Valley Police Department, and staff with the National Center on Elder Abuse, the Elder Justice Initiative, and the COPS Office. Runtime: 58:41 |
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Adapting Your MDT to a Virtual EnvironmentJune 15, 2020 Join us for the webinar, Adapting Your MDT to a Virtual Environment. Adaptability is a key factor in creating a strong Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Join us for a webinar exploring tips and considerations for adapting your MDT to a virtual working environment. Topics will include:
Talitha Guinn-Shaver, Presenter Runtime: 55:20 |
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State Elder Justice Coalitions: Informing Services and Influencing Public PolicyJune 2, 2020 Join us for the webinar, State Elder Justice Coalitions: Informing Services and Influencing Public Policy. With increased attention to elder justice, Elder Justice Coalitions are forming throughout the country. While their composition varies, state Elder Justice Coalitions address such issues as public policy, practice, professional training, and public awareness. Members of the National Network of State Elder Justice Coalitions (NNSEJC) Steering Committee will illustrate examples from coalitions across the nation. Topics include development and structure; priorities and notable accomplishments; sustainability; and the roles of the NNSEJC. Time will be allotted to answer attendee questions. To learn more about State Elder Justice Coalitions before the webinar, read: Building a National Elder Justice Movement, State by State (pp. 111-116). Presenters: National Network of State Elder Justice Coalitions Steering Committee’s Lisa Nerenberg, Georgia Anetzberger, Risa Breckman, Iris Freeman, and Paul Caccamise Runtime: 55:45 |
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Medicare Coverage and COVID-19April 14, 2020 The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and new legislation have changed many of the rules in Medicare to respond to COVID-19. This webinar will focus on the changes to Medicare that most impact low-income older adults. Presenters:
Runtime: 53:28 |
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New Policies Related to COVID-19 at SSAApril 10, 2020 The Social Security Administration (SSA) has made many changes to its policies and procedures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes impact all areas of the agency—the local offices, each state’s Disability Determination Service, and the hearing offices. This webinar will provide an overview of these changes, and offer suggestions for how advocates can interact with SSA during this unusual time. Presenter:
Runtime: 33:37 |
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Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living During the COVID-19 EmergencyApril 3, 2020 The current outbreak of COVID-19 presents particular danger to residents of nursing facilities and other long-term care facilities. This webinar will cover recent policy changes by federal and state governments, and discuss the challenges and choices faced by residents. Presenter:
Runtime: 32:00 |
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SAFTA Training: New Tool for Displaying Financial RecordsMarch 3, 2020 Join us for the webinar, SAFTA Training: New Tool for Displaying Financial Records. Developed by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the Senior Abuse Financial Tracking and Accounting (SAFTA) Toolkit is designed to provide law enforcement and other elder justice professionals with a simplified method for displaying suspicious financial patterns to facilitate the prosecution of suspected financial exploitation of older adults. Following a live demonstration on how to use SAFTA, time will be allotted for questions about SAFTA. Presenters:
Runtime: 44:08 |
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Mapping Elder Justice NetworksJanuary 21, 2020 We will introduce the new Elder Justice Networks Locator. The Locator is a map designed to help elder justice professionals to locate and collaborate with elder justice networks/teams across the nation. Networks will be added in an on-going fashion. This webinar will discuss the development of this resource, walk through how to find and use the Locator, and explain how to submit your network for inclusion. Talitha Guinn-Shaver, Presenter Runtime: 37:23 |
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Part III - Online Legal Forms to Mitigate and Protect Against Common Forms of AbuseOctober 24, 2019 This webinar will highlight newly developed online legal forms designed for use by older adults, or caregivers or providers assisting them, to mitigate and protect against common forms of abuse and financial exploitation. The forms are available for free to older adults, and nonprofit legal services providers and older adult-serving organizations assisting individuals with these issues, and can be used in any state. Panelists will discuss why these forms where selected, discuss potential use cases for the forms, and how to access them. This webinar will also highlight additional resources to support safe and effective uses of technology by older adults. Panelists:
This project is supported by grant number 2017-VF-GX-K135, U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), for the FY 2017 Field-Generated Innovations in Addressing Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Project. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Runtime: 55:02 |
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Part II - Starting a Risk Detector Initiative in Your Community: Case Studies from the FieldOctober 15, 2019 This webinar will highlight examples of projects in two additional regions – one urban, and one rural -- in which the Legal Risk Detector is being used successfully expand outreach and referral efforts to older adults on elder abuse, neglect and financial exploitation issues. Panelists will discuss differences in these service models, the community partners involved, and factors to consider when designing similar projects. Attendees will also learn about resources and information available for programs interested in adopting the Risk Detector or developing a similar project in their local communities. Panelists:
This project is supported by grant number 2017-VF-GX-K135, U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), for the FY 2017 Field-Generated Innovations in Addressing Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Project. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Runtime: 1:00:34 |
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Part I - The Legal Risk Detector: Powering Community Partnerships to Address Elder Abuse and Financial ExploitationSeptember 26, 2019 This webinar will introduce the goals of this series, and the need for novel approaches to addressing elder abuse and financial exploitation among older Americans. Panelists will then provide an overview of the Legal Risk Detector project, an innovative tool and community partnership model designed to screen, identify and refer older adults facing these issues to legal services. The webinar will spotlight the use of the Legal Risk Detector within Center for Elder Law & Justice to more comprehensively reach and service older adults vulnerable to these issues in the Buffalo, New York region. Panelists:
This project is supported by grant number 2017-VF-GX-K135, U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), for the FY 2017 Field-Generated Innovations in Addressing Elder Abuse and Financial Exploitation Project. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Runtime: 51:53 |
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A Roundtable Discussion with Judges about Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Financial ExploitationJune 11, 2019 The Department of Justice, in commemoration of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day this weekend, hosted a roundtable discussion with judges from around the country who will share their views and experiences from the bench presiding over elder abuse or financial exploitation cases. The discussion was moderated by Katherine Sullivan, Acting Director of the Office on Violence Against Women. Runtime: 1:55:31 |
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Stronger Together: Elder Justice Tools for WEAAD and BeyondJune 7, 2019 This webinar will showcase innovations highlighting all the latest in-demand tools created by organizations that are committed to providing consumer and professional education, and dedicated to the goal of justice for all. The event features:
Runtime: 1:33:08 |
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Suspicious Activity Reports On Elder Financial Exploitation: Issues and TrendsApril 9, 2019 Experts from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Office for Older Americans highlight the findings from its new report, Suspicious Activity Reports on Elder Financial Exploitation: Issues and Trends. The webinar provides key facts, trends, and patterns revealed in these Suspicious Activity Reports—or SARs—filed by banks, credit unions, money transmitters, and other financial services providers. Presenters discuss the implications of these findings and next steps. Runtime: 58:20 |
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Resources for Financial Institutions To Prevent and Protect Against Elder Financial ExploitationDecember 20, 2018 Bankers, brokers, and investment advisors are often some of the first trusted parties to see signs of financial exploitation. This presentation will support the work already done by financial services members and provide additional information about how to access training programs and support for tellers and other financial professionals who want to report financial exploitation and work collaboratively with others in their communities to prevent it. Please join with host Judith Kozlowski, J.D., consultant and subject matter expert with DOJ's Elder Justice Initiative, and presenter Lisa Bleier, J.D., Managing Director and Associate General Counsel at the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), and the lead on its Senior Investor Protection efforts. Also presenting is Billie McNeeley, Financial Exploitation Specialist, Aging & People with Disabilities at the Oregon Department of Human Services. Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Rural Multidisciplinary Teams: Challenges, Opportunities, and InnovationsNovember 9, 2018 Presenters Jason Burnett, Co-Director of the Texas Elder Abuse & Mistreatment Institute (TEAM), Co-Director of the TEAM-Forensic Assessment Center Network, Tammy Sever (Nevada), and Michele Knittle (Nevada) discuss the unique, but not insurmountable, challenges facing rural MDTs. This webinar will dive into the issues faced by real-world rural MDTs while highlighting the good work, resources, and innovations that can serve as examples of what is possible. Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Barriers and Facilitators to Health, Wellness and Treatment in Tribal Communities Dealing With Elder Abuse November 8, 2018 In this webinar, Susan Lynch, Senior Counsel for Elder Justice, U.S. Department of Justice, discusses the intersection of elder abuse and public health in tribal communities with a special focus on the barriers and facilitators to health, wellness, and treatment. Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Veterans Administration Resources for Older VeteransNovember 1, 2018 In this webinar, host Maria Shumar and presenter Gina Bohr, Program Analyst, Pension and Fiduciary Service, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, discuss the various Veterans Benefits Administration programs, and the protections and preventive measures an older adult can put in place. The webinar will also address how to respond after there is an incident of abuse. Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Increasing Access to Capacity Assessments via New TechnologiesOctober 26, 2018 In this webinar, learn how your community might increase access to capacity assessments that can assist in cases where the determination of elder abuse may depend upon the older adult’s capacity. Host: Presenters: Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Resources for State and Local Elder Abuse ProsecutorsOctober 23, 2018 State prosecutors are invaluable to the cause of elder justice, particularly in states with large rural areas, but where can they turn for the support they need to effectively do their jobs? This webinar will explore ways to break down the silos by highlighting elder justice resources and training currently available to support their work. Presenters: Runtime: 1:00:00 |
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Tools for Addressing Elder Financial Exploitation in Rural AreasOctober 9, 2018 Elder abuse is a growing issue faced by older adults, and the effects of abuse can negatively impact the physical health, mental well-being, and financial stability of victims. The challenges of elder abuse prevention, detection, and litigation are heightened for older adults who are less connected to resources. Older adults who are isolated, either situationally or geographically, often have challenges accessing the help they need to prevent against and seek help following elder abuse. Runtime: 59:02 |
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An Introduction to ACES and Elder Abuse September 21, 2018 Gabriella Grant, Director of the California Center of Excellence for Trauma-Informed Care, discusses the connection between early adverse experiences, often called “ACES,” and the older adult population. Ms. Grant will discuss how past victimization can relate to future victimization later in life, provide an overview of the definition of trauma, review keys to recovery and stability, and discuss implications for law enforcement, prosecutors, and victim services. Runtime: 1:02:34 |
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Digging Deeper: When Consent is Not Consent September 6, 2018 Jane Wash, Director of At-Risk Protection, Denver District Attorney’s Office, will discuss the concept of consent, which underlies a range of actions in criminal and civil law, including gifting money. In the context of financial exploitation, prosecutors and law enforcement will regularly be faced with many situations where a victim is aware that money or assets are being transferred to a suspect, and is apparently consenting to this happening. It is easy for incorrect assumptions to be made about consent, for example, labeling a financial gift as a poor decision rather than the result of fraud or some other action. Learn more about the dynamics of these cases, how capacity factors in, and thoughts on tactics and strategies to consider when building and trying these cases. Presenter: Senior DDA Jane Walsh Runtime: 1:00:39 |
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Building an Elder Justice Unit in South Dakota August 23, 2018 In response to the increase in cases, Elder Justice Units are being developed in state and local prosecution offices. Presenters Michael Sharp, Assistant Attorney General in South Dakota, and Dave Lunzman, Special Assistant Attorney General in South Dakota, will describe the journey to create an Elder Justice Unit in South Dakota, finding support in the adage “If you build it, they will come.” AAG Sharp will also discuss two recent (closed) cases and how their Elder Justice Unit aided in those prosecutions. EJI Host: Nina Shaw Runtime: 1:00:59 |
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The Role of Judges in an Elder Abuse Case August 10, 2018 With the criminalization of elder abuse over the past two decades, judges recognize they sit atop the pipeline of elder justice and are certainly paying increased attention to the issue. Elder abuse enters a courtroom both directly in civil and criminal cases, as well as indirectly (e.g., in the context of a guardianship proceeding). In this webinar, Judge Karen Aileen Howze will discuss the dynamics of elder abuse, relevant issues such as cognitive capacity, expert witnesses which may be required, reasonable courtroom accommodations, the advantages of elder abuse multidisciplinary teams, and the importance of judicial leadership on the issue of elder abuse. Presenters: Runtime: 1:04:39 |
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MDT Cross Training for Prosecutors August 9, 2018 Nicole Sato, Deputy District Attorney, will provide an overview of the role of a prosecutor at the MDT table. Learn how to strengthen collaboration with your team’s prosecutor by delving into their role, contributions, and professional perspective. Join in a discussion about the ethical responsibilities of a prosecutor and the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in the fight against elder abuse. The discussion will include the prosecutor’s perspective on what makes a good case; what are their parameters on an MDT; what they get out of MDT collaborations and how best to collaborate; and what they contribute. Plus, we will clear up some common assumptions and misconceptions regarding the parameters of their work. Runtime: 1:00:45 |
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Banks & Triads Working Together To Combat Scams Against Older Americans July 31, 2018 Presenters Elaine Dodd, EVP Fraud Division, Oklahoma Bankers Association, and Corporal Kim Lopez, Triad Coordinator, Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office, demonstrate how banks and law enforcement can work together to combat elder financial exploitation and abuse. The Oklahoma Bankers Association and the Oklahoma Sheriff's Department Triad program formed a partnership in this effort, and the hosts will share the successes, tips, and best practices learned from this collaboration. Runtime 1:01:00 |
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Responding to Elder Abuse Victims with Alzheimer’s Disease or Other Dementias July 19, 2018 Nina Shaw, Trial Attorney, Civil Division Frauds Section, hosts a discussion with Lt. Hank Levenson (Ret.) and Sgt. Tim Sutton, trainers with the International Association of Chiefs of Police. The rate of elder abuse is even higher for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias than it is for the elder population overall. Professionals responding to an incident or a case involving elder abuse may encounter older adults with dementia. Learn how dementia impacts an elder abuse investigation and discover some of the best ways to respond effectively. Runtime 1:01:22 |
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The Forgotten Victims: Elder Homicides Part 2, A Prosecutor's Perspective July 13, 2018 The investigation and prosecution of elder and dependent neglect homicides present unique challenges. This webinar will highlight some of those challenges and common dynamics in elder neglect cases through a comparison of two elder neglect cases that went to trial and were presented to juries. This webinar can aid law enforcement in their investigation of these complex cases and prosecutors in their review, filing and litigating in criminal court. Runtime 1:00:00 |
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June 13, 2018 An array of experts will discuss how their organizations are helping to build strong support for older adults. A presenter from the Social Security Administration will share the latest on representative payees; an EJI representative will talk about the Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act and new resources being developed to better respond to elder abuse; an expert from the Administration for Community Living will describe their guardianship grant programs and the importance of data collection for policy and programmatic enhancement; and the Deputy Director of the National Center on Elder Abuse will present on some of the latest trends and resources that will help you to better respond to elder abuse. Expert presenters include: Runtime 1:30:23 |
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The Benefits of Referring Elder Abuse Clients For Civil Legal Assistance June 1, 2018 Bill Benson, National Policy Advisor at the National Adult Protective Services Association, Keith Morris, President of Elder Law of Michigan and Director of the Center for Elder Rights Advocacy, and Jennifer Goldberg, Directing Attorney at Justice in Aging and National Center for Law and Elder Rights, discuss the benefits of civil legal assistance for victims of elder abuse. The merits of civil legal assistance are sometimes underappreciated, as a result of which elder abuse victims may not be referred for or receive civil legal services consistently. In this webinar, you will learn how and to whom to make referrals for civil legal assistance that do not conflict with your professional ethics (e.g., confidentiality) and the myriad ways in which civil legal assistance can aid older victims in recovering from their victimization. Runtime 1:00:10 |
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Successful Collaboration Between Adult Protective Services and Victim Services May 31, 2018 Presenters Keeley Frank, Program Specialist at the National Center for Victims of Crime Victim Connect Senior Services Program, and Trudy Gregorie, Executive Director at the National Adult Protective Services Association, explore the benefits and positive impact achieved when Adult Protective Services (APS) collaborates effectively with crime victim services as partners in addressing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation within communities. The toolkit aims to help identify vested partners or potential EPT members to help respond to elder abuse in Indian Country. The speakers will cover each section of the EPT Toolkit, how to develop a tribal EPT and Tribal Elder Protection Codes, selecting team members, and additional tips on culturally sensitive and appropriate practices commonly accepted in tribal communities. Runtime 59:59 |
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Tribal Elder Protection Team Toolkit: Developing Your Team April 25, 2018 Presented by Jacqueline S. Gray and Sloan M. Henry of the National Indigenous Elder Justice Initiative review the new Tribal Elder Protection Team Toolkit, a resource designed to assist tribal communities in developing tribal elder protection teams (EPT). The toolkit aims to help identify vested partners or potential EPT members to help respond to elder abuse in Indian Country. The speakers will cover each section of the EPT Toolkit, how to develop a tribal EPT and Tribal Elder Protection Codes, selecting team members, and additional tips on culturally sensitive and appropriate practices commonly accepted in tribal communities. Runtime 56:21 |
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MDT Member Recruitment and Retention: Building Trust and Traction March 9, 2018 The Elder Justice Initiative (EJI) hosted a webinar on Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Member Recruitment and Retention: Building Trust and Traction. Presented by Maro Casparian, Director of Consumer Protection at the Denver District Attorney’s Office; Linda Loflin Pettit, Manager of Community and Government Relations for the Prosecution and Code Enforcement Section for the City and County of Denver; and Sgt. T.J. Blair of the Denver Police Department, this webinar highlights real-world solutions from Denver's Forensic Collaborative for At-Risk Adults, an elder abuse case review MDT. Learning Objectives:
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Tuesday Talks: An Introduction to Elder AbuseFebruary 13, 2018 Did you know that approximately 1 in 10 older adults is abused each year, or that abuse is dramatically underreported, with only about 1 in every 23 cases being reported to Adult Protective Services? Senior Corps grantees can – and often already do – play an important role in helping change these statistics by helping prevent elder abuse and protect the vulnerable older Americans they serve. In this webinar, Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant at the Elder Justice Initiative of the U.S. Department of Justice joined us to offer an overview of elder abuse, including the different types of elder abuse, how to spot warning signs and what you can do to prevent or stop elder abuse in your community. Shannon Gadd also joined us from ElderServe, in Louisville, Kentucky. ElderServe has integrated protection and victim support into its Senior Companion Program. Shannon spoke to us about why they made that choice, how it works practically and the feedback they have received from the community. This is the first in a series of three webinars conducted in partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice. **Shannon also shared some of ElderServe's resources with Senior Corps, which we've included in the Additional References section. Take a look!** Runtime 1:00:18 |
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What Hotline Workers Need to Know About Elder Abuse January 12, 2018 Julie Childs, J.D., Consultant to the U.S. Department of Justice Elder Justice Initiative, hosts a discussion with Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant to the U.S. Department of Justice Elder Justice Initiative, and Keeley Frank, Senior Service Specialist from the National Center for Victims of Crime, on assessing and responding appropriately to calls from older adults who may have experienced elder abuse. We’ll discuss case examples to provide hotline workers tips on how to assist these callers and direct them to relevant resources and services. Runtime 55:12 |
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Forensic Interviewing With Older Adults December 8, 2017 Interviewing older adults presents some unique challenges even to those who are experienced in interviewing adults as witnesses or victims. Furthermore, as elder abuse moves into the criminal justice system, the need for forensic interviews of older adults will become increasingly important. Learn tips and techniques for interviewing older adults and what forensic interviewing (so prevalent in the child abuse field) can offer those interviewing older adults. Runtime 1:00:22 |
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Veteran’s Benefits Administration, VA Fiduciary ServiceNovember 30, 2017 Learn about the fiduciary service at the VBA and how they protect older adult VA beneficiaries by appointing and conducting oversight of fiduciaries who manage VA benefits. Case examples of misuse are provided. Runtime :18:43 |
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Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and their Role in Investigations of Elder Financial ExploitationNovember 2, 2017 Elder financial exploitation is a growing problem, and federal agencies are teaming up to enhance the response by law enforcement agencies and financial institutions. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network hosted a webinar at the U.S. Department of the Treasury, to discuss a Joint Memorandum, issued on August 30, 2017, encouraging coordination among law enforcement agencies, financial institutions, and adult protective service agencies. The memo aims to raise awareness of the existence of Suspicious Activity Reports and the role they may play in aiding law enforcement when investigating elder financial exploitation cases. Speakers in the webinar represent this collaborative effort. They include Rich Goldberg from the U.S. Department of Justice; Naomi Karp and Jenefer Duane from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau at the Office for Older Americans; John M. Williams from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network; and Peter Gallagher, Deputy Attorney General, from the State of New Jersey. Runtime: 1:00:42 |
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Collecting Evidence In Physical Abuse & Neglect CasesOctober 23, 2017 Collecting evidence is second nature for law enforcement officers; yet, collecting evidence in cases involving older adults who experience physical abuse or caregiver neglect can be extremely challenging. Cherie Hill, Detective, and Brian Foxx, Deputy City Attorney, from the City of Anaheim, California, team up to share their experience with collecting and using evidence in these cases. Learn about what types of evidence to look for, where to find the evidence, and how prosecutors use that evidence to convict offenders. Runtime: 1:00:06 |
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Justice and Compassion: Empowering Faith Communities in the Prevention and Intervention of Elder AbuseOctober 3, 2017 Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant, Elder Justice Initiative, US Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Rev. Dr. Anne Marie Hunter, Director of Safe Havens, Tovah Kasdin, J.D., Director of the ElderSAFE™ Center at Charles E. Smith Life Communities, and Rabbi Jim Michaels, Director of Pastoral Care at Charles E. Smith Life Communities. Older adults are overwhelmingly faith-affiliated. When faced with abuse, their first resource may be someone they know and trust in their faith community. Our panel of speakers describe challenges and lessons learned when engaging faith leaders to play a critical role in supporting older victims and preventing elder abuse. The discussion highlights the collaboration between Safe Havens and the ElderSAFE™ Center and how such collaborations can nurture greater community engagement and partnerships between faith communities and community services. In this webinar, learn strategies for building capacity in your faith communities to address elder abuse. Runtime: 1:01:11 |
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The Forgotten Victims: Elder HomicidesSeptember 25, 2017 Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant, Elder Justice Initiative, US Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Micheline Lubin, M.D., Medical Examiner King County Medical Examiner's Office, Seattle, WA, and Mark E. Safarik, M.S., V.S.M., Retired Supervisory Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Quantico, VA, President, Forensic Behavioral Services, Inc. Elder homicides often go undetected and investigating them requires a multi-pronged approach. In this webinar, learn about the victims, the offenders, and the crime scenes. How does the medical examiner's information contribute to solving these high-profile, difficult cases? Discover where the research has led us. Runtime: 1:01:53 |
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Hiding in Plain Sight in Georgia: Benefits Trafficking of Vulnerable AdultsSeptember 22, 2017 Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant, Elder Justice Initiative, US Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Heather Strickland, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Georgia Bureau of Investigation, At-Risk Adult Abuse, Atlanta, GA, and Pat King, R.N., Team Leader, Forensic Special Initiatives Unit, Division of Aging Services, Georgia Department of Human Services, Atlanta, GA. There is an emerging crime-targeting older and disabled adults to gain access to their monthly benefits and perpetrate various types of abuse, theft, and fraud. These crimes target billions of dollars in state and federal funds. Learn about what Georgia is done to catch these criminals who traffic older and vulnerable adults. Runtime: 1:00:25 |
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Elder Justice Resources: A Virtual Tour of Available Information and Resources on Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Financial ExploitationSeptember 13, 2017 Andy Mao, J.D., Deputy Director (Fraud Section)/Elder Justice Initiative Coordinator, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Julie Schoen, J.D., Deputy Director, National Center on Elder Abuse, USC Center on Elder Mistreatment, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Over 10% of older Americans experience some form of elder abuse in a given year, suggesting that health care providers will be seeing at least some older patients who may be experiencing elder abuse. Andy Mao and Julie Schoen will demonstrate their respective websites that focus exclusively on elder abuse: the Elder Justice website, and the National Center on Elder Abuse website. Attendees will learn about resources and training opportunities that can deepen their understanding of how to identify and respond to elder abuse. The Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Programs (GWEPs) survey results on existing elder abuse training will also be discussed. The webinar will conclude with Q&A. Runtime: 59:02 |
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How EMTs Can Help Identify and Report Elder AbuseSeptember 11, 2017 Susan Lynch, J.D., L.L.M., M.P.H., Dr.P.H., Senior Counsel, Elder Justice Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Nicole Nappi, EMS Lieutenant, Baltimore County Fire Department, Baltimore County, MD. This webinar will focus on the critical role that EMTs have in helping to identify and report elder abuse and neglect. Specifically, the discussion will address:
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Understanding Elder Mistreatment Through a Lens of Severity: Implications for Research and PracticeSeptember 8, 2017 Sidney Stahl, PH.D., Elder Justice Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with David Burnes, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Canada. Dr. Burnes, a professor at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work and Affiliate Scientist at Baycrest Health Sciences, introduced the concept of "severity" into the study of elder abuse. Severity of elder abuse may be an indicator of the urgency and types of help needed by victims of elder abuse. Yet, severity is an understudied aspect of the field, and Dr. Burnes has conducted several studies incorporating measures of severity. His research informs both targeted screening of victims, interventions that serve to help victims, and a forensic tool for possible use in the prosecution of elder abuse cases. Runtime: 1:01:16 |
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Financial Exploitation in the Context of Guardianships and Other Legal ArrangementsSeptember 6, 2017 Julie Childs, J.D., Elder Justice Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Brenda K. Uekert, Ph.D., Director, Center for Elders and the Courts, National Center for State Courts. What is the role of legal arrangements, particularly guardianships, in protecting older persons? Do these arrangements simply make it easier to exploit older persons? Is exploitation a crime even if there's a legal agreement between parties? Learn about the most common types of legal arrangements and how they can be used to both protect and exploit older persons. This webinar will walk participants through several case studies to show common exploitative tactics; underscore the roles of capacity, consent, and undue influence; and offer recommendations on how to improve multidisciplinary responses to exploitation. Dr. Uekert responds to questions at the end of the webinar. Runtime: 56:53 |
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Federal-State Working Group: Fraud Against Older OregoniansAugust 22, 2017 Yolonda Campbell, J.D., Trial Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Shane Winder, Special Agent, Social Security Administration, and Donna Maddux, J.D., Assistant U.S. Attorney, Fraud Unit, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Portland, OR. Are you wondering how to better coordinate or even collaborate with federal law enforcement? Join Shane Winder and Donna Maddux as they describe a federal-state working group in Portland Oregon dubbed Social Services Fraud Working Group investigating financial crimes against older adults. Learn how the initially small working group got started and its growth over the past several years. Today, the working group boasts of multiple state and federal agencies, including local law enforcement, Adult Protective Services, and Aging Services, working in tandem on these important cases, all for the benefit of older Oregonians. Learn how to develop a similar collaborative in your own community. View WebinarRuntime: 48:57  View Powerpoint |
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Assessing Cognitive Capacity In Elder Abuse CasesAugust 21, 2017 Talitha Guinn-Shaver, MDT Technical Advisor, Elder Justice Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Bonnie Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Clinical Family Medicine, Vice Chair, Academic Affairs, Department of Family Medicine, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Alhambra, CA.
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Improving Emergency Department Identification of Elder Abuse: Findings From Forensic ResearchAugust 16, 2017 Dr. Sidney M. Stahl, Research Consultant at the U.S. Department of Justice, hosts a discussion with Anthony Rosen, Instructor in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and Assistant Attending Physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY. Runtime: 1:01:20 View Powerpoint |
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Law Enforcement Investigation of Financial ExploitationAugust 9, 2017 Yolanda Campbell, J.D., Trial Attorney, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Nicole Freutel, Detective, Elder Abuse Unit, Seattle, WA, and Karen Webber, M.S., C.P.A., Forensic Accountant, Webber CPA, PLLC, Rochester, NY. View Webinar |
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How Victim of Crimes Act (VOCA) Funds Have Been Used Across the Country to Create or Enhance Elder Justice ProgramsAugust 7, 2017 Susan Lynch, Senior Counsel for DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, and Kate Peterson, USDOJ Attorney, hosts a discussion on how VOCA funds have been used in various states to respond to victims of elder abuse. Since 1984, VOCA funding has supported numerous services to crime victims throughout the country. In the last three years, Congress has increased the amount of funding from the Crime Victims Fund that is available to support crime victim programs. As a result, new programs are being developed to expand services to crime victims, including victims of elder abuse. Topics include:
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Forensic Markers of Physical Abuse and Documenting Physical Abuse for ProsecutionAugust 3, 2017 Sidney Stahl, Ph.D., Consultant, Elder Justice Research Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, hosts a discussion with Laura Mosqueda, M.D., FAAFP, AGSF, Chair, Department of Family Medicine, Professor of Family Medicine and Geriatrics, Associate Dean of Primary Care, at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, and Page Ulrey, J.D., Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Seattle, WA. Runtime: 1:00:35 View Powerpoint |
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Protecting Taxpayers: A Look at IRS Impersonation ScamsJuly, 2017 Terri Bellamy, Special Agent and National Victim's Coordinator, TIGTA, hosts this informative presentation about IRS impersonation scams and how the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) combats criminal activities and scams that may target older adults. Learn also how TIGTA can assist these victims in finding resources. Runtime :41:04 |
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From Good to Great: Developing Strong Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary TeamsJuly 10, 2017 Talitha Guinn-Shaver, EJI MDT Technical Advisor, hosts a discussion featuring Lori Delagrammatikas and Mary Twomey, MSW, to help you tackle communication challenges, understand and overcome common collaboration barriers, and provide tips and tools to help strengthen your team. The discussion also highlights resources available to you in our MDT Guide and Toolkit. Topics include:
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Responding to Elder Abuse: Resources for Information and Referral ProgramsJune 29, 2017 The National Association of States United for Aging and Disabilities (NASUAD) hosted this webinar featuring Maria Shumar, Victim Specialist Consultant, Elder Justice Initiative, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, Andy Mao, J.D., Deputy Director (Fraud Section)/Elder Justice Initiative Coordinator, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, DC, and Patrice Earnest, Director, Eldercare Locator, n4a. Presenters shared key statistics on elder abuse, provided an overview of the types and warning signs of abuse, and demonstrated the resources available through the EJI website. The webinar also highlighted the role of the national Eldercare Locator. This webinar was brought to you by NASUAD’s I&R Support Center, AIRS and n4a. View Webinar |
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The Role of Law Enforcement in Elder Abuse CasesJune 26, 2017 Yolonda Campbell, USDOJ Attorney, hosts a discussion with Dr. Brian Payne, Ph.D., Provost at Old Dominion University, and Mike Day, Detective, Vancouver Police Department Elder Justice Center. Runtime 1:00:46 |
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Neural Correlates of Financial Decisionmaking in Old AgeJune 19, 2017 Dr. Sidney M. Stahl, Research Consultant at the U.S. Department of Justice, hosts a discussion with Dr. S. Duke Han, Director of Neuropsychology at the University of Southern California. Runtime :50:21 |
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A Walk Through the MDT Guide and ToolkitMay 30, 2017
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Fill in the Blanks: A Webinar for Elder Abuse Case Review MDTs at Any Stage of DevelopmentApril 24, 2017
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Helping Law Enforcement Respond to Elder Abuse QuicklyMarch 8, 2017 Yolanda Campbell, Trial Attorney at DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, and Randy Thomas, law enforcement consultant and trainer, will highlight training materials and resources for state and local law enforcement officers, including:
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Introducing the Elder Justice Initiative Victim Specialist Resource PageFebruary 27th, 2017 Maria Shumar, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative Victim Specialist Consultant, and Keeley Frank, National Center for Victims of Crime, highlight how victim service providers can benefit from using the victim specialist webpage to assist older victims, including:
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Elder Justice Prosecution ResourcesJanuary 30, 2017Andy Mao, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative Coordinator, Page Ulrey, King County Prosecutor’s Office, and Paul R. Greenwood, San Diego District Attorney’s Office, highlight training materials and resources that help state and local prosecutors more easily prosecute elder abuse cases, including:
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Introduction to the Elder Justice WebsiteJanuary 26, 2017 Susan Lynch, Senior Counsel for DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, and Dr. Sid Stahl, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, detail the tools and resources on ElderJustice.gov that support busy elder abuse professionals, including:
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Financial Crimes: Prevention and ProtectionJune, 2016 Unit Chief Sharon Peyus, ICE HSI Victim Assistance Program and Management Oversight Unit, hosts a discussion featuring Senior Training Program Manager Scott Santoro, DHS Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, National Program Manager and Special Agent Carl Andren, ICE HSI Illicit Finance and Proceeds of Crime Unit, National Program Manager Donna Hatfield, ICE HSI Victim Assistance Program. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) conducts investigations into financial crimes, especially those that target older adults. This webinar describes the role of Victim Assistance Specialists at the DHS Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and explains how they assist older adults and provide tips on how victim specialists can help older adults to avoid financial scams, including identity theft and telemarketing scams. |
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Senior Victims of Financial FraudApril, 2016
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service investigates scams that occur through the U.S. mail. This webinar focuses on two specific scams that target older adults: Romance Scams and Lottery Scams. This webinar discusses real case examples and how Postal Inspectors, Analysts, and Victim Specialists work together to help older adults. |
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Working with Elderly VictimsJanuary 13, 2016 Kate Manning, Attorney Advisor, Victim Witness Staff, Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys, hosts a discussion featuring Maria Shumar, Victim Specialists Consultant, DOJ Elder Justice Initiative, Jelahn Stewart, Chief Victim Witness Assistance Unit, U.S. Attorney's Office, DC, Chris Griffiths, Supervisory Victim Witness Specialists, U.S. Attorney's Office, MDFL,and Felice Weiler, Victim Witness Specialists, U.S. Attorney's Office, NDIL. United States Attorneys’ Offices works on a wide array of matters that impact older adults. This webinar focuses on special considerations for Assistant United States Attorneys and victim assistance personnel in working with elderly victims. Issues discussed include physical and cognitive issues that may impact the interview and trial testimony of elderly victims, the role of family members in speaking on behalf of the victim, identifying and responding to potential elder abuse, and the importance of teamwork in providing a cohesive and effective response to elderly victims. Physical, sexual, and financial abuse cases are also discussed. Runtime :33:18 |
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