If a senior citizen has been physically abused or is in danger, call 911 immediately.

If you are a senior who has been the victim of a crime, or you know a senior citizen who has been abused or exploited, please call our Elder Abuse Unit at 212-335-9007 or email EAU@dany.nyc.gov.

In addition to investigating and prosecuting crimes against the elderly, we can also provide:

• Assistance in obtaining an Order of Protection and emergency housing
• Social service referrals to agencies that provide a variety of services to seniors

Resources

NYC Adult Protective Services

212-630-1853
https://www1.nyc.gov/site/hra/help/adult-protective-services.page

NYC Department for the Aging Elderly Crime Victims’ Program

212-442-3103
http://www1.nyc.gov/site/dfta/services/elder-abuse-crime.page

What is Elder Abuse?

Any crime or violation committed against a victim who is 60 years of age or older may be considered elder abuse.

What are some examples of elder abuse?

• Domestic abuse or neglect at the hands of a family member or caregiver
• Financial exploitation committed by a family member or relative, home aide, stranger or “professional”
• Abuse of a power of attorney by someone entrusted to act as a fiduciary