Speaker: Thomas V. Caprio, MD, MPH, MS, Professor of Medicine, Psychiatry, Dentistry, Clinical Nursing, and Public Health Sciences

Description: This presentation highlights the high prevalence and serious consequences of elder abuse, which affects about one in six older adults and often goes unreported. It introduces the Age-Friendly Health System 4Ms framework, comprising What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility, as a structured approach to identify risks, prevent mistreatment, and support the safety and dignity of older adults. Through case studies and practical strategies, it emphasizes the role of healthcare professionals in screening, intervention, and collaboration with community resources to promote elder justice.