Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has unveiled a newly redesigned webpage for the Elder Abuse Task Force.





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AG Nessel Launches Revamped Elder Abuse Task Force Webpage

*LANSING *– Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has unveiled a newly redesigned webpage for the Elder Abuse Task Force [ [link removed] ]. The updated site offers a more accessible and user-friendly resource for individuals seeking information on how to recognize, report, and prevent elder abuse. 

Michigan's Elder Abuse Task Force launched in 2019 and consists of more than 55 different organizations in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors – all working together to combat elder abuse. More than 100 individuals on the Task Force working diligently to accomplish nine initiatives (PDF) [ [link removed] ], including requiring certification and training for professional guardians.  

The redesigned webpage highlights several major achievements, including: 


* The use of the Vulnerable Adult Incident Report (PDF) [ [link removed] ] statewide to investigate abuse or financial exploitation.
* The Financial Exploitation Prevention Act (PDF), [ [link removed] ] which requires financial institutions to report financial exploitation.
* Teaching Michigan residents [ [link removed] ] how to spot and stop abuse.
* The Uniform Power of Attorney Act (PDF), [ [link removed] ] which adopts uniform standards for the creation and use of a power of attorney form used by more than 30 other states. 

“The Elder Abuse Task Force does incredible work to protect some of our most vulnerable residents,” Nessel said. “This webpage is just another example of how the Task Force is raising awareness, expanding access to resources, and empowering the public to take action in the fight to end elder abuse.” 

In addition to showcasing the Task Force’s ongoing work, the webpage includes previously issued publications and newsletters, guidance on how to spot signs of elder abuse [ [link removed] ], an FAQ on guardianship laws, and instructions on how to report suspected abuse. 

More than 100,000 older adults in Michigan are victims of elder abuse. They experience abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Michigan residents seeking elder abuse resources are encouraged to call 800-24-ABUSE (22873), or 855-444-3911 to report suspected elder abuse.

 

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