legislation (such as the Elder Justice Act)

Legislation like the Elder Justice Act is a law designed to protect older adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It creates rules and programs to detect, prevent, and address issues such as financial scams, physical harm, and emotional abuse targeting seniors. The law also promotes coordination among government agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations to improve the safety and well-being of older adults. Its goal is to ensure that seniors are treated with respect, dignity, and care, and that there are effective systems in place to respond when problems arise.