Michigan’s Department of Human Services has released The Michigan Model Vulnerable Adult Protocol (MI-MVP), called for by one of the several elder abuse laws passed in 2012 (PA 175). This protocol, which can be adapted at the local level, mandates a coordinated investigative team approach when responding to allegations of vulnerable adult abuse, neglect or exploitation.
The MI-MVP can be a useful resource for local elder abuse coalitions as they seek to grow membership.
Lynn Alexander, PVM’s Vice President of Public Affairs, was a member of the work group. She was appointed by Michigan’s Attorney General Schuette as the Long-Term Care Representative.
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