Table of Contents

About This Course

1. Introduction to Elder Abuse
2. The Basics of Elder Abuse
3. Substance Use and Other Risk Factors
4. Screening and Assessment
5. Intervention and Treatment
6. Preventing Elder Abuse

Supplements
Case Studies
References
Resources

Out of the Shadows
Uncovering Substance Use and Elder Abuse

Summary

• Victims and perpetrators can benefit from a range of intervention services, such as substance abuse treatment and mental health counseling in addition to addressing the abusive behaviors.
• The goals of intervention are to provide safety and support to victims and work with abusers and to hold them accountable.
• Federal and State programs investigate and address abuse in the community and residential long-term care settings.