Queens County District Attorney's Office - Elder Abuse Project

The Queens District Attorney's Office investigates and prosecutes crimes in Queens. The Elder Abuse Project is a social services program designed to work with people over the age of 60 who have been victims of financial, physical, sexual or emotional abuse and neglect and to provide needed assistance. Through this program, elderly victims are offered counseling, assistance with the court system, information and referrals to social services, educational seminars, community outreach and advocacy and Crime Victims Board compensation claims assistance. Services to seniors also includes advocacy with financial institutions, government and social services agencies, the courts and even families and other third parties.