Resource Brief | E-MDT Case Tracking
This brief provides guidance on a process for tracking cases discussed at E-MDTs.
Navigating Client Capacity Issues (5.11.23)
This session explores how multidisciplinary teams navigate client capacity issues. Presenters discuss common capacity diagnoses among older adults and explain the difference between a capacity assessment and cognitive screening. Participants will be able to identify tools and techniques utilized by…
Advancing Racial Equity in E-MDTs: A Resource for Elder Abuse MDT Coordinators
Structural racism and other oppressions are embedded in many of our social institutions and replicated across systems of help. E-MDTs are not exceptions to this reality. These systemic and institutional challenges leave older survivors, especially those from minoritized communities, vulnerable…
Working With Tribal Communities (3.28.23)
This webinar provides an overview of Indigenous populations and discusses traditional Indigenous beliefs about Elders. It also discusses historical trauma and its importance. This webinar also covers the critical work that Tribal partners play on an E-MDT. Presented by: Victoria…
E-MDT Hybrid Facilitation Video Series – Confidentiality for Hybrid Meetings
The “Confidentiality for Hybrid Meetings” video discusses confidentiality concerns that may arise during hybrid E-MDT meetings. Confidentiality can be challenging to navigate, especially in a virtual space; this video offers suggested techniques for preventing and managing breaches that may arise…
Reclaiming What is Sacred: Addressing Harm to Indigenous Elders and Developing a Tribal Response to Abuse in Later Life
This resource is designed to help tribal communities create or enhance their response to harm experienced by Elders in their community. It also provides important context for teams working with tribal communities.
Elder Abuse Guide for Law Enforcement (EAGLE)
The Elder Abuse Guide for Law Enforcement (EAGLE) is a compilation of training, tools, and resources to effectively respond to elder abuse, neglect, financial fraud, and exploitation. Please see the flyer for additional information.
Prosecutors as E-MDT Team Members (12.16.22)
Through an interactive case scenario, discussion takes place on the unique role prosecutors can play in forging connections with law enforcement and allied partners on an E-MDT. Information is shared on how to recognize the components of an unrelated case…
The Role of a Forensic Accountant on E-MDTs (11.8.22)
This session explores the role of forensic accountants in E-MDT practice and within the broader context of elder abuse. Coverage also includes locating a forensic accountant, an engagement process, and how the case referral process could work. Presented by: Karen…
Managing Membership and Partnerships (8.2.22)
This webinar covers the process of implementing a criterion for E-MDT (Enhanced Multidisciplinary Team) membership, identifying a process for onboarding members, and developing the process for engaging new members. Presented by: Allison Granata, Assistant Director for E-MDT Initiatives at Lifespan…
Trauma-Informed Practices for MDTs (5.19.22)
This webinar explores how to identify trauma and its impact on older adults, physically and psychologically. Information on how to identify different disciplines’ responses to trauma and its impact on the E-MDT work is also covered. Lastly, this webinar will…
Maintaining Confidentiality in MDT Meetings (5.10.22)
Part 2: Maintaining Confidentiality in Elder Abuse MDT Meetings will explore how participants in virtual meetings should think about protecting/not inadvertently disclosing information. Additionally, participants will examine how meeting norms may be impacted by virtual meetings. Presented by: Alicia L….