Older Abused Women’s Program
The goal of the Older Abused Women’s Program is to reduce and eliminate violence in the lives of women age 50 and older who have been victimized by their spouses or adult children. Because the majority of these women have often been abused for many years (sometimes for decades) in their own homes, they face increased barriers such as long-term isolation, financial dependence, disabilities (physical and emotional), lack of transportation, low self-esteem, and feelings of helplessness/hopelessness.
To meet the unique needs of this vulnerable population, the Older Abused Women’s Program provides one-on-one case management services including crisis counseling, information and referral, civil and criminal justice support/advocacy, assistance in securing crime victim compensation, personal advocacy, and ongoing follow-up. Additionally, the program holds weekly support groups, facilitated by older women, at the Milwaukee Women’s Center’s Emergency Shelter.
For more information about the Older Abused Women’s Program, please call (414) 671-6140.