Resources and fact sheets on abuse and neglect from The Arc of the United States
Indicators of abuse and neglect
Red flags for an abusive caregiver
Similarities and differences
Tips on what to do when an individual discloses
Lending Library flyer
North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project
P&A will advocate for people with disabilities to be free from harm and mistreatment, and to receive quality services, individualized to each person’s needs.
P&A is committed to having a positive impact on the quality of services to people with a disability by ensuring:
all allegations of abuse, neglect and exploitation (a/n/e) involving people with disabilities are thoroughly addressed;
all stakeholders (for example, people with disabilities, service providers, parents, guardians) are trained in prevention, identification and follow up response to a/n/e.
state of the art information will continue to be pursued and shared with stakeholders as appropriate;
continued outreach to underserved populations and their potential service agencies.
If you think that someone with a disability is being mistreated, abused, neglected or exploited, or you would like more information, please contact the ND Protection & Advocacy Project office nearest you.
The Arc, Upper Valley 2500 DeMers Avenue PO Box 12420 Grand Forks ND 58208 (701) 772-6191 Phone (701) 772-2195 Fax
