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The Forensic Special Initiatives Unit (FSIU) supports local, state and federal agencies by identifying and addressing system gaps and developing process improvements to protect Georgia’s at-risk adults from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
We provide tools to primary and secondary responders to prevent future victimizations, prosecute offenders of at-risk adult abuse and assist law enforcement with the resources to conduct investigations. This includes:
NASW Report: Social Work Roles in Elder Abuse Prevention and Response
State still falls short when caring for people with disabilities - July 1, 2022
Local agencies recognized for assistance by Elder Abuse Task Force - June 29, 2022
Georgia raising awareness of elder abuse - June 17, 2022
Georgia: U.S. Attorney's Office offering resources to help prevent elder abuse - June 15, 2022
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15
Georgia jury awards $2.5M to family of woman stung by fire ants at assisted living facility - June 3, 2022