Healing from Abuse

For many people, being a victim or a survivor of any kind of abuse is painful and traumatic. Many people blame themselves for the bad thing that happened to them. They may also play down what happened or think that they caused it. Even after abuse has ended, victims may feel depressed, have trouble sleeping, or experience poor health. Because these feelings are so common among people who have been abused, Institute on Aging offers counseling for elder abuse victims. Our trained counselors work with seniors who have been victims of all kinds of elder abuse, including domestic violence. Our one-on-one counseling focuses on healing from the abuse and regaining self-confidence, peace of mind and safety. We also provide a support group for women who have been victims of elder abuse.

For more information, please call us at (415) 750-4111.