Elder Justice Program

Help for Victims of Elder Abuse

H-GAC's Elder Justice Program assists seniors in recovering from crime. Our team of lawyers works free-of-charge to stop abuse, to minimize harm and recover lost assets, and to obtain justice.

Who Qualifies

Seniors aged 65+ and disabled individuals of all ages who:

• Live in Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Waller or Wharton counties AND
• Have been the victim of a crime, including:
  • Consumer Fraud
  • Contractor Scams
  • Family Violence
  • Financial Exploitation
  • Identity Theft
  • Internet Scams
  • Neglect or Physical Abuse
  • Sexual Assault
  • Stalking or Harassment
  • “Sweetheart” Scams
    Note: Crimes do not have to have been reported to law enforcement.

FREE Services Offered

• Legal representation in civil matters directly related to the crime
• Legal advocacy with law enforcement and prosecutors
• Assisting navigating the criminal justice system and/or Adult Protective Services
• Resource referrals to community services

Need Help?

[email protected]
346-500-4620

Confidentiality honored but please call or email from a safe location or account!

Types of Elder Abuse

• Physical abuse: Inflicting physical pain or injury

• Sexual abuse: Sexual contact of any kind without consent

• Emotional abuse: Verbal assaults, threats, harassment or intimidation

• Financial abuse: Illegal or improper use of money or property

• Neglect: Intentional or unintentional failure or refusal to provide care

Signs of Elder Abuse

• Difficulty sleeping

• Depression or confusion

• Unexplained weight loss

• Signs of trauma, like rocking back and forth

• Agitation or violence

• Withdrawn from social contact and/or usual activities or interests

• Unexplained bruises, burns or scars

• Bed sores or other preventable conditions

Elder Abuse Facts

• 1 in 10 Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse.

• In 60% of reported incidents of neglect, a family member is responsible.

• Seniors who have been abused have a 300% higher risk of death than those who have not been mistreated.

• Elders who have been abused are 4X more likely to be admitted into a nursing home.

• Each year, physical abuse of seniors causes $5.3 billion in annual direct medical costs.