With a growing global population of elderly people, and as longevity increases, abuse of the elderly is an increasing and serious problem.

Elder abuse. What is it? Where does it happen? Who are the victims? What can we do to protect our loved ones?

Would you be able to tell if an elderly loved one was being abused? Would you know what to do?

Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10, older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

This Joint Statement from Consumer Voice, NCEA and NOVA is designed to raise awareness about a problem largely hidden from public view.