Elder Abuse Prevention in Newark and Middletown: How Our Agency Works with Families and the Community

Protecting older adults is a shared responsibility within every Delaware community. For seniors receiving home support services in Newark and Claymont, safety and respect are essential parts of daily in-home assistance. Our agency takes a proactive and structured approach to elder abuse prevention as part of our non-medical home support services.

Our caregivers and support staff receive training focused on awareness and observation during regular visits. Because they provide consistent in-home support, they are often well positioned to notice disruptions in daily routines, changes in the home environment, or concerns related to household organization and finances. These observations help support early awareness and timely action when something does not seem right.

Preventing mistreatment is not about investigation or assumption. It is about attentiveness, clear communication, and following established procedures. Our team follows internal guidelines for documenting and escalating concerns when needed. When appropriate, we work with families and refer concerns through proper channels, including Delaware Adult Protective Services, to ensure situations are addressed responsibly.

Families play an important role in this process. We encourage open communication and ongoing involvement from relatives and trusted contacts. By working together with families and community resources, we help create a safer and more supportive home environment for seniors in Newark, Middletown, and nearby areas such as New Castle.