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Elderly Protection Teams Work to Stop Abuse

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Author: 
Christina Rose
Year: 
2013

Elderly Protection Teams Work to Stop Abuse

Elderly Protection Teams Work to Stop Abuse
Elderly Protection Teams Work to Stop Abuse

While more than 30 tribal governments across the country have implemented elder abuse codes, some Indian communities and concerned citizens have taken a more proactive role to ensure these laws are enforced. The Standing Rock Sioux Tribal Council started the first Elderly Protection Team in Indian country 25 years ago...

elder abuse code, elder care, financial abuse, financial management, program and service delivery, protective services
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Native Nations: 
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe
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Citizenship/Membership, Cultural Affairs, Governance, Laws and Codes, Leadership

Rose, Christina. "Elderly Protection Teams Work to Stop Abuse." Indian Country Today Media Network. January 10, 2013. Article. (https://indiancountrymedianetwork.com/culture/health-wellness/elderly-protection..., accessed January 16, 2013)

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