July 26, 2007 - Assemblywoman Ma Warns Community on the Dangers of Elder Abuse

For Immediate Release:
July 26, 2007

Contact: Nick Hardeman
(916) 319-2012

Assemblywoman Ma Warns Community on the Dangers of Elder Abuse

WHAT:	Each year, over 225,000 older Californians are victims of abuse, but as Assemblywoman Ma (D-San Francisco) has pointed out, the truly frightening thing is that for every reported case, there are another four cases of elder abuse that go unreported. Mistreatment and abuse may include physical abuse, sexual assault, neglect of essential health or personal needs and the exploitation of the victim’s financial resources and income. Assemblywoman Ma will be joined by a representative from San Francisco based Self-Help for the Elderly and will discuss the types of abuse that occur and available resources for the elderly and their families. In addition, Assemblywoman Ma will discuss ways to prevent elder abuse and what to do if you or someone you love falls victim to one of these crimes.
WHO:	Assemblywoman Fiona Ma Anni Chung, Executive Director, Self Help for the Elderly
WHEN:	Friday, July 27, 2007 11 a.m.
WHERE:	Lady Shaw Senior Center in Chinatown 1483 Mason Street, San Francisco

Additional Information: For more information on California's campaign to end elder abuse or to receive information on how to Prevent Elder Abuse, please contact Assemblywoman Ma’s office at 415-557-2312.

Report suspected adult abuse to the local department of social services or to the state 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-888-436-3600.

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