Protecting Older Americans: A History of Federal Action on Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect

Volumn 14, Issue 2-3, 2004, Pages 9-31

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Author keywords

Congressional elder abuse recognition; Elder abuse programs; Federal funding

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EID: 2442521253     PISSN: 08946566     EISSN: 15404129     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1300/J084v14n02_03     Document Type: Article

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