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…
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…
The Elder Justice Toolkit is a resource created by the National Center on Law & Elder Rights. It contains practical information on civil legal remedies, practice tips, and sample pleadings for attorneys seeking protection and redress for their clients who…
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.
The Senior Abuse Financial Tracking and Accounting (SAFTA) toolkit was developed to provide law enforcement with a simplified tool for investigating suspicious financial patterns and prosecuting cases of elder financial exploitation. The toolkit includes the SAFTA tool (an Excel macro-enabled…
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…
This session covers establishing ethical practices and interventions in a hospital setting within the context of elder abuse. Participants will gain an understanding of the least restrictive measures taken in a hospital setting and the ethics process. Presented by: Alyssa…
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…
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…
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….
This webinar establishes the case for confidentiality and information sharing on elder abuse E-MDTs. It explores key barriers to sharing information and strategies to mitigate these barriers. Presented by: Alicia L. Aiken, JD, Director of the Danu Center’s Confidentiality Institute …
This webinar covers the impact of case issues on Enhanced Elder Abuse Multidisciplinary Teams. Information is shared on the methods and resources to solicit new cases for team review and strategies for creating a team-specific case criterion, establishing a case…