The Policy Committee focuses on identifying a variety of potential policy responses to elder abuse.
The Policy Committee leads, push, keeps track of, and/or analyze policy in responses to elder abuse. Elder policies include: promulgation of laws, regulations, and guidance by government entities at all levels; implementation and enforcement of laws and policies; initiatives that support, evaluate and develop new policy or lead efforts to prevent or address elder abuse.
Specific policy-related priorities include but not limited:
- Adult Protective Services
- Criminal Justice System
- Community Long-Term Care and Supports
- Public Health Policies
Committee meetings are held quarterly by conference calls.