Effects of the COVID-19 Outbreak on Elder Mistreatment and Response in New York City: Initial Lessons.
J Appl Gerontol
; 39(7): 690-699, 2020 07.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-209740
ABSTRACT
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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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Pneumonia, Viral
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Public Policy
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Social Isolation
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Coronavirus Infections
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Crime Victims
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Pandemics
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Health Services for the Aged
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Experimental Studies
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Qualitative research
Limits:
Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Country/Region as subject:
North America
Language:
English
Journal:
J Appl Gerontol
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
0733464820924853
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