Adult Protective Services Technical Assistance Resource Center

The APS TARC Team presented several sessions and collaborated with APS programs from all over the country at the National Adult Protective Services Association annual conference this week in Albuquerque, New Mexico. #2024napsaconferencebettertogether

Upcoming webinar: Overview of the New APS Workload Tool, Thursday, September 5, 2024 from 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The APS TARC has developed a new tool (and toolkit) to help APS programs understand, project, and manage their workload needs. This webinar will review the result of our work and provide an opportunity for questions and answers. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gEsFefsy #AdultProtectiveServices

Join a virtual discussion on the national movement to advance person-centered approaches in elder abuse MDTs. Register: https://lnkd.in/gQhqr6k5

With EAGLE's State Specific Laws, you are provided with Elder Abuse Statutes, Elder Abuse Charging Information, and State Mandated Reporting. Access the tool here: https://lnkd.in/gkzxQnX #LawEnforcement #ElderJustice #Multidisciplinary

Today, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland delivered remarks at the Elder Justice Coordinating Council Read more: https://lnkd.in/gBRheDPV

Do you value World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)? Do you think WEAAD has helped expand the world's understanding and recognition of elder abuse? If so, please attend the 2024 WEAAD Global Summit in DC to honor the creator, founder, tireless supporter and international promoter of WEAAD: Dr. Elizabeth Podnieks. You will learn not only how incredibly much Dr. Podnieks contributed to the entire field of elder abuse, but will also learn of the many innovative efforts underway around the world to prevent elder abuse and to protect its many victims. It’s not how fast or far we run, it’s how we pass the baton. Dr. Podnieks has passed each of us the baton with flying colors. Let’s all keep pace! #WEAAD #EndElderAbuse #NAPSACares #IncreaseAPSFundingNow #NAPSAWEAADGlobalSummit2024 #GlobalImpact #ElderJustice #SECevent 🌐👴👵

Help us turn the map purple for #WEAAD. Submit your in-person and virtual events here: https://lnkd.in/gwNRYkQj Be sure to explore other WEAAD events being held worldwide throughout June!

#WEAAD is June 15th! Access the WEAAD Action Guide to learn how to host accessible and inclusive events, address ageism, and more! https://lnkd.in/gnt-AjP9

In this #OlderAmericansMonth blog post, Kari Benson, ACL's Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging, focuses on social relationships, community engagement, and connection to services as vital components of our well-being.

May is Older Americans Month! This year, we're thrilled to celebrate under the theme "Powered by Connection." Join us, along with the Administration for Community Living, as we honor the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. 📅 Stay tuned for tips, stories and events all month long. Together, we can ensure that every older American feels valued, loved and connected. https://ow.ly/qNHO50Rrgky