National Crime Prevention Council

Elder Abuse & Protection · Massachusetts · Free

Tips and resources on preventing crime against seniors. McGruff the Crime Dog. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers required by law to report suspected abuse — APS shields good-faith reporters. Online and phone reporting are both available; for life-threatening situations, call 911 first. Self-neglect (refusing food, hygiene, medical care) is the most common form of "abuse" — APS handles it when capacity is in question. Free of charge — no eligibility paperwork required to call or browse.

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More Elder Abuse & Protection in Massachusetts

  • National Center on Elder Abuse — NCEA — federally funded resource on preventing elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Relevant for hospital staff, banks, and care workers
  • NAPSA - Adult Protective Services — National Adult Protective Services Association — find your state APS to report elder abuse. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank
  • DOJ Elder Justice Initiative — US Department of Justice resources on prosecuting elder abuse and financial fraud. Worth contacting after spotting unexplained bank withdraw
  • AARP Fraud Watch Network — Free helpline 1-877-908-3360 for fraud help. Scam alerts and prevention. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who sus
  • FTC Consumer Information — Federal Trade Commission scam alerts and consumer protection. Pass It On for older adults. Built for reporting suspected elder abuse, neglec
  • FBI Elder Fraud — FBI resources on common scams targeting seniors. Report fraud to ic3.gov. A starting point for any senior, family member, or neighbor who su