Citation

Stolee P, Hiller LM, Etkin M, McLeod J. J. Elder Abuse Negl. 2012; 24(2): 179-194.

Affiliation

a Department of Health Studies and Gerontology , University of Waterloo , Waterloo , Ontario , Canada.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/08946566.2011.646528

PMID

22471515

Abstract

We examined current processes used to identify, communicate, and adopt "best practices" in the field of elder abuse using an iterative process involving literature and Internet reviews, surveys completed by stakeholders, and key informant interviews. Results indicate minimal research evidence exists to support current assessment and intervention strategies; there is an immediate need for more evaluation and research in this area and for improved knowledge exchange and translation. Two strategic directions are recommended: to (a) build capacity for research and program evaluation to advance knowledge of effective practices, and (b) build capacity for knowledge exchange to enhance professionals' efforts.

Language: en