Journal of Applied Gerontology · 2020 · 106 citations · 8 references
Social SciencesCommunity HealthUrban HealthCommunity ResilienceCrisis ManagementVictimologyCrisis ResponseElder AbuseElder VictimizationOutbreak ResponsePandemic ResponsePublic Health ResponseCommunity Responses To Elder AbuseCommunity-based Elder AbusePrevention Of Elder VictimizationResilience In Older VictimsSocial Distancing BehaviorSocial Distancing PolicyStay-at-home OrdersVulnerability In Older Victims
New York City is currently experiencing an outbreak of COVID-19, a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus, which is particularly dangerous for older adults. This pandemic has led to public health policies including social distancing and stay-at-home orders. We explore here the impact of this unique crisis on victims of elder mistreatment and people at risk of victimization. The COVID-19 outbreak has also had a profound impact on the organizations from many sectors that typically respond to protect and serve victims of elder mistreatment. We examine this impact and describe creative solutions developed by these organizations and initial lessons learned in New York City to help inform other communities facing this pandemic and provide guidance for future crises.
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