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OHIO ATTORNEY GENERAL

MIKE DEWINE Many elderly Ohioans are isolated and thus more susceptible to
scam artists and criminals. They may be trusting of others and
often live alone or in long-term care facilities where they can be
subjected to negligence or mistreatment.

Even though elder abuse is a crime in Ohio and the law requires it to be
reported, it rarely is. Safeguarding the rights and welfare of our state’s
senior citizens is among the criminal justice community’s most important
responsibilities. Together, we can make the kind of progress none of us
could make alone.

That is why the Ohio Attorney General’s Office supports Triad, a partnership
between law enforcement, seniors and community groups that seeks to
prevent crimes committed against our elders.
OHIO TRIAD For more information on starting or joining a Triad chapter, contact the
Keeping seniors safe Crime Victims Section at 614-466-5610.
OHIO
T R I A D

CRIME AND OHIO’S SENIORS


Elder abuse has devastating effects on a growing number of individuals.
The consequences can be serious, including injury, pain, mental anguish,
financial loss, violation of rights and even death. As the older population
steadily increases, so does the need for adequate protection.

Consider these facts from a 2009 U.S. Department of Justice study:

About 11 percent of people ages 60 and older suffered from some kind of
abuse every year.
More than 5 percent of seniors reported being financially exploited by a
family member in the past year.
The risk of elder mistreatment was higher for individuals who had a low
household income, who were unemployed or retired or who suffered from
poor health.

GET INVOLVED

Triad programs unite seniors with law enforcement services through:

Research - Identifying threats to seniors in the local community.


Education - Sponsoring crime prevention and victim/witness programs.
Volunteerism - Recruiting and training volunteers to assist in local police
and sheriff’s departments.
Communication - Providing a forum for law enforcement and the
community to share needs and concerns.
Taking Action - Developing and implementing solutions to tackle crime
together.

For more information on starting or joining a Triad chapter contact:

Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine


Crime Victims Section
614-466-5610
Triad@OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov

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