About NCPEA

The National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (NCPEA) is an association of researchers, practitioners, educators, and advocates dedicated to protecting the safety, security, and dignity of America's most vulnerable citizens. It was established in 1988 to achieve a clearer understanding of abuse and provide direction and leadership to prevent it. The Committee is one of three partners that make up the National Center on Elder Abuse, designed to serve as the nation's clearinghouse on information and materials on abuse and neglect.

Mission Statement:

NCPEA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of abuse and neglect of older persons and adults with disabilities.  The purposes of NCPEA are to: (a) strengthen elder and adult abuse prevention and intervention capabilities; (b) conduct and support research on the subject of the abuse and neglect of older persons and adults with disabilities; (c) educate the public about the problem of the abuse and neglect of older persons and adults with disabilities; (d) promote the sharing of information among professionals and advocates in the field of elder and adult abuse and neglect; (e) develop educational and training programs about elder and adult abuse prevention and treatment for individuals and groups working with older persons and  adults with disabilities; and (f) advocate for system and legislative action that will respond to the needs of victims, perpetrators, and their families; support the individual's right to self-determination; and prevent the mistreatment of older persons and adults with disabilities before it occurs.

 

Non-Discrimination Policy:  NCPEA  does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or disability, and complies with all requirements of law and regulations with respect to the provision of services, employment and volunteer participation.

 

National Committee for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
151 First Avenue, #93
New York, NY 10003
www.preventelderabuse.org
email: info@preventelderabuse.org
phone: 646-462-3603
fax: 212 420-6026

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