Overview
Resource GuideThe Elder Justice Act defines elder abuse as the knowing infliction of physical or psychological harm or the knowing deprivation of goods or services that are necessary to meet essential needs or to avoid physical or psychological harm. “Elder” refers to an individual aged 60 or older. The National Council on Aging estimates that 1 in 10 Americans over the age of 60 have experienced elder abuse. Elder mistreatment typically takes one of the following forms: physical
abuse, psychological or emotional abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse, and neglect. Older adults may also experience maltreatment in the form of self-neglect and/or abandonment.
Local Resources
Hamilton County Elder Protection Reporting
Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office
If you, your loved one or someone you know, have been a victim of a scam, fraud, or financial
exploitation, you can call 513.946.SCAM (7226) for assistance.
Ohio Department of Aging
Pro Seniors
Regarding Retirement Community concerns of abuse or neglect
What are Adult Protective Services?
1.855.OHIO.APS or 1.855.644.6277
Jewish Family Service
Domestic Violence Support
Women Helping Women
24/7 Help Line 513.381.5610
Council on Aging
513.721.1025
National Resources
National Adult Protective Services
Association (NAPSA)
US Department of Justice
National Elder Fraud Hotline
Call 833.FRAUD.11 (833.372.8311).
Concerns about Medicare & Medicaid Fraud
can be reported by phone at (800.633.4227).
National Domestic Violence Hotline
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
provides 24/7, free, confidential, and
compassionate support, crisis intervention
information, education, and referral services in
over 200 languages.
Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233), text START to
88788, or chat with them online.
