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 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 session covers the impact of new scams on elderly populations. Coverage at this session includes key concepts around financial scams and investigates emerging trends in financial scams and techniques. Additionally, participants explore strategies for responding to emerging trends in…
This webinar provides an overview of Indigenous populations and discusses traditional Indigenous beliefs about elders as well as historical trauma and its importance today. Coverage also includes how Tribal partners are valuable partners within your MDT. Presented by: Victoria Ybanez,…
This session covers prosecutors’ roles in elder abuse investigations, in the court system, and on E-MDTs. Coverage includes strategies for better engaging and utilizing prosecutors on E-MDTs and emerging restorative practice approaches in prosecution. Presented by: Tara Patet, JD, senior…
This webinar covers different types of civil attorneys, how their expertise differs from other legal professionals, and what civil legal expertise can add to E-MDT discussions and elder abuse responses. Presented by: Deena Schwartz, Elder Abuse Enhanced Multidisciplinary Team (EMDT)…
This webinar covers the structuring, implementation, legal and ethical considerations of completing capacity assessments remotely, drawing from the experience of the UTHealth Texas Elder Abuse and Mistreatment Institute (TEAM). Presented by: Jason Burnett and John Halphen See the slides ›
This webinar covers insights and strategies for community outreach and engagement, as well as new member recruitment and engagement. Presented by: Ayana Mortley, Workshop Training Coordinator at the NYC Elder Abuse Center; Maggie Morgan, E-MDT Coordinator at the Lifespan of…
This webinar covers key aspects for thinking about team membership and development and leveraging the expertise of members through effective team facilitation. Presented by: Talitha Guinn-Shaver and Kellie Engelmeier See the slides ›