The Bad Guardian - Resources
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The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Consumer Voice is the leading national voice representing consumers in issues related to long-term care, helping to ensure that consumers are empowered to advocate for themselves. They are a primary source of information and tools for consumers, families, caregivers, advocates and Ombudsmen to help ensure quality care for the individual.
Find resources and learn more at https://theconsumervoice.org/get_help
National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) is a national resource center dedicated to the prevention of elder maltreatment. Through training, education, and a comprehensive resource repository, NCEA informs professionals and the public of the facts of elder abuse, prevention tools and intervention strategies.
Find help and learn more at https://ncea.acl.gov/elder-abuse
Elder Justice Coalition
The Elder Justice Coalition (EJC) is a nonpartisan coalition 3,000 members strong, spanning all generations. Comprised of individuals and organizations, the EJC is a resource to Congress, the Administration, media, and the general public to raise awareness of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation and help develop and advocate for national policies to end this crisis.
Find resources and learn more at https://elderjusticecoalition.com
The American Bar Association
The ABA was founded in 1878 on a commitment to set the legal and ethical foundation for the American nation. Today, it exists as a membership organization and stands committed to its mission of defending liberty and pursuing justice.
For more information visit https://www.americanbar.org/groups/law_aging/resources/guardianship_law_practice/
Statistics
There are approximately 1.3 million adult guardianships in the United States and an estimated $50 billion in assets under guardianship arrangements.
(United States Special Committee on Aging. (5-31-2023) Casey, Braun Urge Examination of Guardianship Laws.)
Victims of elder abuse lose $28.3 billion annually.
(AARP BankSafe Initiative. (2023). The Scope of Elder Financial Exploitation: What it Costs Victims.)
Over 70% of assisted living facilities are for-profit.