📢 Join us for a virtual briefing on Friday, June 14 at 11:00am ET for #WorldElderAbuseAwarenessDay ! Register now and spread the word! bit.ly/WEAAD2024Brief… #WEAAD #ElderJustice

Older people are mistreated more often than we think due to the lack of supports for older people in our communities. It doesn’t have to be this way. Get involved in creating a stronger society that safeguards our communities and prevents abuse. eldermistreatment.usc.edu/weaad-home #WEAAD

Let’s build a national #ElderJustice movement, through movement! Tell your community why you’re walking to raise awareness of elder abuse, and why the cause is important to you. Sign up to #Walk4WEAAD: charity-miles.typeform.com/weaad

Join the National Center on Elder Abuse and EJC to #Walk4WEAAD! Find a purple shirt, ribbon, or socks to wear or create signs about #WEAAD! charity-miles.typeform.com/weaad

Educating our communities on how to prevent abuse means we are all doing our part to support everyone as we age. #WEAAD

Join EJC's Natl Coordinator #BobBlancato and Kathy Greenlee, Senior Director of Elder Justice at Advancing States and former U.S. Assistant Secretary on Aging, for a moderated “fireside chat" on elder justice policy. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join our free webinar to hear the latest updates on #elderjustice policy and what's on the horizon. All are welcome to attend! Register now at us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

During #HealthyAgingMonth, let’s explore ways to have these difficult conversations around aging and elder abuse. Access our NCEA Tips and Tools sheet on how to Reframe the Conversation on Aging and Elder Abuse: pfs2.acl.gov/strapib/assets…

From our National Coordinator #BobBlancato: “I was honored to do the Bill and Bob show with Bill Benson before more than 1200 attendees at the National Adult Protective Services Association's 35th annual conference in Albuquerque, NM”

EJC National Coordinator #BobBlancato, was invited to the White House's celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act. President Biden's remarks honored three decades of progress in protecting vulnerable populations.

Join EJC on #AgeismAwarenessDay on Oct. 9 to bring attention to the issue of ageism in our society. Let’s #TalkAboutAgeism! asaging.org/ageism-awarene…

"Doing dedicated advocacy on behalf of any issue is not for the faint of heart. You have to believe in what you’re doing and why." EJC's Bob Blancato recounts elder justice progress and the need to recognize (and fund) APS generations.asaging.org/elder-justice-…

The NCEA is pleased to announce a new podcast series to explore elder mistreatment through an ethical lens. Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4xPYp6… YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=mdLrLk…

Using 'elder abuse' as a political metaphor dismisses the lived experiences of victims. Read our statement in response to The Washington Post Columnist Sally Quinn and others accusing Dr. Jill Biden of elder abuse. bit.ly/EJCStatementEl…

Because elder abuse is so often hidden, media attention plays a critical role in bringing it to light. Read our statement thanking Dear Abby for using her platform to affirm the voices of victims and their families and to name abuse when it happens. bit.ly/EJCStatementEl…

"On Social Security's 90th anniversary, we celebrate a program that has provided security and dignity to millions. For many older adults, Social Security is their primary source of income. We remain committed to promoting legislation that protects beneficiaries from scammers."

Elder abuse impacts people of all ages! 👉 1 in 10 older adults face abuse 👉 Ageism fuels harmful stereotypes 👉 College students can help drive change Apply by 10/22 to be an Elder Justice College Ambassador: linktr.ee/nceaatusc #ElderJustice #CollegeAmbassadors #Ageism

We thank Rep.Mark Messmer for introducing H.R. 2270 to expand access to elder care support. When families lack resources for caregiving, older adults face greater risk of neglect and abuse. Removing barriers for means safer, better care for our seniors: messmer.house.gov/news/documents…

EJC member Patricia Hunter, Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and president of the National Association of State Ombudsman Programs, explains why funding for elder protection programs must catch up with the growing crisis. thehill.com/opinion/health…

The 2025 National Falls Prevention Action Plan aims to help more older adults live falls-free. With clear goals to reduce fall-related deaths and emergency visits, this plan provides a roadmap for keeping seniors safer. Learn more: ncoa.org/article/nation…