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Elder Abuse Blog 2016 August Knowing Your California Elder Abuse Resources
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Knowing Your California Elder Abuse Resources

Posted By Norman Taylor & Associates || 9-Aug-2016

When a family learns or suspects that their elderly loved one has experienced some form of abuse or neglect from their caretaker or nursing home facility, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. The state of California operates numerous agencies to assist families in this predicament, report any wrongdoing and seek new accommodations for their loved one. We review just some of these resources below.

Adult Protective Services (APS)

Adult Protective Services helps elderly and disabled adults who are victims of alleged abuse or neglect, whether the abuse occurs in private residences or medical facilities. This agency cross reports their findings with law enforcement agencies and other state agencies (such as the California Department of Health Services) to facilitate thorough evaluations and pursue criminal charges against suspected offenders.

California Department of Aging (CDA)

The mission of the California Department of Aging is to ensure that elderly citizens have the state resources and services they need to live life to the fullest. The organization also has a directory of local ombudsman services for every county in the state for affected families to report any elder abuse or neglect. They also provide access to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.

California Courts: Elder & Dependent Adult Abuse

The California Courts website provides its own page on elder and dependent adult abuse and the remedies it can provide if legal action needs to be taken against any offenders (such as restraining orders). It also provides links to help families find counselors and useful, clear definitions of legal terms that could be relevant to families considering further legal action.

Taking Legal Action

In California, we're fortunate to have a number of different agencies looking out for the quality of life of our elderly loved ones. However, the remedies that state agencies provide can vary, be slow-moving, or insufficient. If you suspect that your elderly family member has suffered neglect or abuse at the hands of a caretaker, it is absolutely advised that you seek legal counsel. A proven and experienced Los Angeles elder abuse attorney can help you take swift and decisive action to secure the well-being of your elderly family member and seek compensation for any wrongdoing they have suffered.

LINKS:

  • http://www.cdss.ca.gov/agedblinddisabled/PG1298.htm
  • http://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-elder.htm
  • http://www.aging.ca.gov/programs/ltcop/
  • http://www.aging.ca.gov/programs/ltcop/Contacts

Do you believe that your loved one has been a victim of elder abuse in their nursing home or assisted living facility? If so, we invite you to contact Norman Taylor & Associates. Our legal team has more than 50 years of combined experience and knows that it takes to recover results for client families during this difficult time.

Don't hesitate to start assessing your legal options. Use our online form to request a free case evaluation today.

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