Presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV)

Understanding Gender-Based Violence, including Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence, is essential for everyone, regardless of your profession or relationship status. This interactive training provides participants with foundational knowledge to recognize and respond to gender-based violence in a survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive manner. By attending, participants will gain practical skills to support survivors and connect them with resources. 

Presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) this training will help participants gain practical skills to support survivors and connect them with resources, ultimately contributing to the prevention and intervention efforts against domestic violence. At the end of this training participants will be able to: Identify different tactics of domestic violence; effectively support survivors of domestic violence and assist them in accessing resources for safety and healing; contribute to prevention and intervention efforts against domestic violence in their respective roles and communities.

Presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV), This training will help participants understand how artificial intelligence (also known as AI) can be misused to cause harm. At the end of this training, participants will be able to: define and recognize AI and AI created deepfakes; understand what chatbots and AI companions are and the potential dangers they pose; and understand how AI created deepfakes can be used specifically to cause harm, including how they are used against victims in sextortion schemes.

Presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) this training will help participants understand how to assist survivors in establishing safety plans around technology-facilitated gender-based violence. (This webinar will be offered via WebEx on multiple dates through the end of the year).

At the end of the training, participants will be able to: Understand the different aspects involved in safety planning for technology-facilitated gender-based violence; assist survivors on how to safety plan when physical technological devices are being used; assist survivors on how to safety plan when non-physical technology is being used; find resources available in NYS for victims and survivors.

The National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) Monthly Scam Advice Forum will be joined this month by Rich Goldberg, Director, DOJ Criminal Division's Cyber Enabled Scam Initiative. He'll describe the schemes his division combats, as well as avenues for cooperation among federal, state, and local authorities, including APS representatives. Rich Goldberg serves as the director of DOJ Criminal Division's Cyber Enabled Scam Initiative. He oversees a variety of initiatives targeting fraudulent telemarketing schemes, internet deception, mass-mailing fraud, unauthorized account charges, and other offenses perpetrated by transnational criminal organizations. He helps coordinate the Scam Center Strike Force, a partnership between the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia and DOJ's Criminal Division, and serves as chair of the Global Antifraud Enforcement Network.

Note: this session will not be recorded.

Service Program for Older People (SPOP) is offering a series of free interactive training webinars for those who work with older adults. 

Treating suicidality can feel daunting, even for the most seasoned clinician. This session is designed to increase competence and confidence in navigating conversations with older clients who are experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors. We will examine data and case studies, the language of suicide, risk factors, strategies to address countertransference, and best practices for assessing and treating suicidality in an older population.

Upon completion of the workshop participants will know how to: identify and assess for suicidality in older adults; make plans to enhance support for older clients; recognize signs of countertransference.

This program is for anyone who works with an older population. CE credit is available for licensed social workers. 

Prosecuting Elder Abuse: A 2026 Webinar Series for Prosecutors 
Presented by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)in partnership with the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA)

Prosecutors handling elder abuse cases face unique challenges, from building relationships with older victims and navigating cognitive capacity questions to prosecuting complex financial exploitation and coordinating with law enforcement. Despite their critical role in holding offenders accountable and enhancing older adult safety, prosecutors too often lack the experience and support to approach these cases with confidence. This six-part webinar series provides the tools and strategies to change that. Each 90-minute webinar features subject matter experts from the field — including experienced prosecutors, investigators, clinicians, and financial crime specialists — offering practical guidance you can apply immediately to strengthen your cases and better support older victims. All webinars will be recorded and made available on demand following the live presentation, along with a companion quick-reference resource tool for prosecutors. You can choose to attend 1 or more of the webinars. This is webinar 6 in the series: New statutes are giving prosecutors stronger tools to address elder abuse. Learn what's changed and how to put these tools to work in your jurisdiction. 

Presented with the National District Attorneys Association 

Please note this series is open to prosecutors only, unless otherwise indicated.

Join the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for a look at the National Age-Friendly Banking Survey. This webinar will spotlight key insights into how U.S. adults across generations experience today’s financial system. It will dive into critical topics including trust in financial institutions, use of banking services, experiences with fraud and scams, and the growing role of financial caregiving. You’ll leave with fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways for building a more age-inclusive banking landscape.

The featured speaker will be Hector Ortiz, Senior Policy Analyst, Office for Older Americans, CFPB.

Presented by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL), this webinar is open to OVW grantees and potential OVW grantees.

The webinar will focus on the following and will allow participants to be better able to: 1. Recognize the common barriers older survivors face when seeking shelter and housing 2. Discuss ideas and options to increase shelter/safe house accessibility and long-term care options for older adult survivors 3. Determine key partnerships to increase housing options for survivors 4. Identify national assistance programs and initiatives that can provide information on and solutions to housing challenges 5. Develop 2-3 strategies to improve accessibility for older adults at their agency.

The National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) Monthly Scam Advice Forum

Elder Fraud is considered fraudulent activity targeting individuals aged 60 or older.  Elder financial abuse is a type of elder abuse in which there is a misappropriation of financial resources or abusive use of financial control, in the context of a relationship where there is an expectation of trust, that causes harm to an older person. Many cases of elderly financial abuse fall under categories like wire fraud, tax crimes, identity theft, money laundering, or cyber scams, and may not be specifically categorized as elder fraud.

IRS-CI Special Agents are the experts at following the money and analyzing that data. IRS Criminal Investigation is committed to raising awareness and holding accountable those who prey specifically on Seniors. Guest presenter Maya Holguin, Assistant Special Agent is the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of IRS criminal investigations in the Washington, DC. Field Office, where she oversees groups of special agents investigating financial investigations such as identity theft, money laundering, and complex white collar fraud.

Note: This session will be recorded and posted on the NAPSA website. Presentation slides will not be shared, but there will be handouts.

A National Adult Protective Services (NAPSA) Research to Practice (R2P) webinar

Racial disparities are well documented across many social service systems, but the evidence base specific to adult protective services (APS) remains thin. This session examines what is currently known about racial disparities in APS and presents findings from Minnesota's work with Evident Change to analyze how its Structured Decision Making® (SDM) intake and screening process functions across racial and ethnic groups. Presenters will walk through why Minnesota pursued this analysis, what the data revealed about consistency (or inconsistency) in screening decisions, and the questions that remain unanswered about how disparities emerge and how they affect frontline practice. The session closes with a practitioner panel reflecting on whether these patterns match what they see in their own jurisdictions and discussing concrete approaches to reducing inequity in screening.

Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how standardized decision-making tools can be used to surface disparities, and with practical starting points for examining equity in their own intake processes.

 Presenters & Panelists: Mary McGurran, LSW, Adult Protection Manager, Minnesota Department of Human Services; Angelo Flowers, MSW, LGSW, Adult Protection Supervisor, Minnesota Department of Human Services; Doug Smith, MSW, Senior Program Specialist, Evident Change; Dorian Long, LMSW, Director of Social Work Services, CT Department of Social Services; Kenny Steinman, Senior Research Scientist, The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology

This Zoom workshop, presented by Lifespan of Greater Rochester, is geared towards professionals to raise awareness of ageism, understand its negative impacts, and explore effective strategies for creating more inclusive and age-friendly environments. *Social work CEUs available

Note: the workshop will be offered on 4 separate days, but attendees should just choose one.

A training hosted by the Weinberg Center for Elder Justice and the Westchester E-MDT.

This 90-minute training will feature Sujenie Badia-Espinal, LCSW, Director of Project ORE, a Manhattan-based organization that specializes in hoarding intervention. She will present a clinical overview of hoarding, including how to understand and effectively work with people who hoard. Weinberg Center Assistant Director and General Counsel Malya Levin will then discuss legal considerations related to hoarding, particularly in older adults.

Description: This webinar is designed for professionals who work with older adults experiencing compulsive hoarding. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of hoarding behaviors, including the psychological, social, and environmental factors that contribute to the disorder. The training will review updated diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, and risk factors specific to older adults, while offering practical strategies to help social service teams, caregivers, and administrators support individuals with hoarding disorder and promote safety.

A webinar training presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV)

Understanding Gender-Based Violence, including Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence, is essential for everyone, regardless of your profession or relationship status. This interactive training provides participants with foundational knowledge to recognize and respond to gender-based violence in a survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive manner. By attending, participants will gain practical skills to support survivors and connect them with resources. 

The New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) is pleased to announce the 2026 OVS Seeking Solutions Summit, which will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026 in New York City.

This year's theme: Expanding Access for Survivors, will bring OVS-funded advocates and allied professionals together to discuss the impact of the implementation of new legislations supporting increased access to services for victims and survivors of crime. 

Registration for the Summit will open at 9 a.m. on Thursday, June 25. Space is limited, and tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

Prosecuting Elder Abuse: A 2026 Webinar Series for Prosecutors 
Presented by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)in partnership with the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA)

Prosecutors handling elder abuse cases face unique challenges, from building relationships with older victims and navigating cognitive capacity questions to prosecuting complex financial exploitation and coordinating with law enforcement. Despite their critical role in holding offenders accountable and enhancing older adult safety, prosecutors too often lack the experience and support to approach these cases with confidence. This six-part webinar series provides the tools and strategies to change that. Each 90-minute webinar features subject matter experts from the field — including experienced prosecutors, investigators, clinicians, and financial crime specialists — offering practical guidance you can apply immediately to strengthen your cases and better support older victims. All webinars will be recorded and made available on demand following the live presentation, along with a companion quick-reference resource tool for prosecutors. You can choose to attend 1 or more of the webinars. This is webinar 5 in the series: Geriatricians, neuropsychologists, and forensic accountants can transform your case — if you know how to find, prepare, and utilize them. 

Presented with the National District Attorneys Association 

Please note this series is open to prosecutors only, unless otherwise indicated.

Presented by the New York State Caregiving and Respite Coalition (NYSCRC) this webinar session will provide an overview of the NY Connects No Wrong Door System – New York's Aging and Disability Resource Center. NY Connects is a trusted service that provides individuals in need of long-term services and supports (LTSS) with free, objective information and assistance to access resources and programs available in their community.

NY Connects serves individuals of all ages and populations – including caregivers and has specialists who can help caregivers explore options for services and supports such as respite, support groups, and other programs in their local community. It is a great starting point for caregivers to get linked to resources that may benefit them.

A webinar presented by National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA)
Adult Protective Services programs across the country are chronically underfunded and the consequences are real: delayed services, undertrained staff, high turnover, and vulnerable adults who go unserved. Medicaid Administrative Claiming (MAC) is one funding mechanism that could change that, yet many APS programs are either unaware of it or unsure how to begin. This webinar will provide APS program administrators, directors, fiscal staff, and State Medicaid program staff with a clear, practical introduction to Medicaid Administrative Claiming, what it is, what it requires, and how it works within an APS program context. Participants will hear directly from ADvancing States on the fundamentals of MAC, including requirements, key partners, and how to bring the right people to the table in your state. Most importantly, attendees will hear real examples from three APS programs currently utilizing MAC.

This free webinar presented by the National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC) will discuss using “lookback windows” – a period during which otherwise barred legal action can be taken – to pursue sexual assault claims. This is an increasingly important topic as more jurisdictions enact these windows, which can create opportunities for survivors of decades-old abuse to seek justice through civil litigation. Joined by the Fierberg National Law Group, you can expect a detailed conversation about lookback windows, lessons learned from major cases, and strategic advocacy.

This training presented by the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) will help participants gain practical skills to support survivors and connect them with resources, ultimately contributing to the prevention and intervention efforts against domestic violence. At the end of this training participants will be able to:

• Identify different tactics of domestic violence.

• Effectively support survivors of domestic violence and assist them in accessing resources for safety and healing.

• Contribute to prevention and intervention efforts against domestic violence in their respective roles and communities.

This is a hearing of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging.

Prosecuting Elder Abuse: A 2026 Webinar Series for Prosecutors 
Presented by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL)in partnership with the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA)

Prosecutors handling elder abuse cases face unique challenges, from building relationships with older victims and navigating cognitive capacity questions to prosecuting complex financial exploitation and coordinating with law enforcement. Despite their critical role in holding offenders accountable and enhancing older adult safety, prosecutors too often lack the experience and support to approach these cases with confidence. This six-part webinar series provides the tools and strategies to change that. Each 90-minute webinar features subject matter experts from the field — including experienced prosecutors, investigators, clinicians, and financial crime specialists — offering practical guidance you can apply immediately to strengthen your cases and better support older victims. All webinars will be recorded and made available on demand following the live presentation, along with a companion quick-reference resource tool for prosecutors. You can choose to attend 1 or more of the webinars. This is webinar 4 in the series: Cognitive impairment doesn't necessarily make a case more difficult. Learn how to distinguish competency from capacity, build evidence-based cases, and counter defense strategies. 

Presenters: Candace Heisler J.D., Heisler and Associates and David Franklin, Psy.D., MHA, UC Riverside School of Medicine 

Please note this series is open to prosecutors only, unless otherwise indicated.

Join Lifespan and partners for an in-person day of educational sessions, engaging conversations, and practical strategies focused on inclusive care for LGBTQ+ older adults and caregivers. Learn how language, cultural humility, and affirming practices can strengthen support for LGBTQ+ individuals across care settings and in our community. Lunch provided.

This year will feature: Scott Fearing, LGBTQ+ Safe Space Program Coordinator, University of Rochester; Rev. Susan M. Frawley, Project Manager, Elder Abuse Summit Implementation, Lifespan of Greater Rochester; Chanel Lopez, Deputy Director of LGBTQ+ Affairs, New York State Executive Chamber; Javannah Davis, President/Founder, WAVE Women Inc.; Stanley Byrd, Ed. D. 

Where: Thomas Flynn Campus Center - Monroe Community College,1000 East Henrietta Road,Rochester, NY, 14623

Welcome: 9:30am | Arrival & Networking: 8:45am

Professionals: $24 | Family & Friend Caregivers: Free | Students: Free

The National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) Monthly Scam Advice Forum

Join for a vital session with the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative (CCRI), a survivor-founded nonprofit and the leading national voice combating image-based sexual abuse (IBSA). CCRI has served over 40,000 callers through its Image Abuse Helpline, advised tech companies on policies and products, and published rigorous, peer-reviewed research on IBSA. This session will cover the most common forms of IBSA, how perpetrators operate, and the individual and societal harms of IBSA. Presenters will share practical guidance on digital safety planning, documentation, and takedown strategies, as well as key resources for survivors and community stakeholders. 

This forum will not be recorded, and slides will not be shared so be sure to join live.

The NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence (OPDV) is hosting a three-part webinar series on the intersections of gender-based violence and developmental disabilities using the Recognize, Respond, Refer model to equip developmental disability service providers and gender-based violence service providers with the knowledge and skills to provide survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive support to survivors with developmental disabilities.

This webinar is the third (and final) in the series: The Intersection of Gender-Based Violence and Developmental Disabilities: Refer. It will explore available resources and referral pathways for victims and survivors of gender-based violence with developmental disabilities. Participants will learn how to connect survivors to services and supports and foster collaboration between developmental disability providers and the gender-based violence response system.

Presented by the Upstate Elder Abuse Center (UpEAC) at Lifespan this training (via Zoom) will explore the different types of abuse affecting older adults, including physical, emotional, financial, sexual, and neglect. Participants will learn to recognize the red flags associated with each type and review practical interventions to support and protect vulnerable individuals. We will also discuss appropriate resources and contacts for reporting concerns and seeking additional help—open to anyone working with older adults. CEU’s available for LMSWs and LCSWs.

Helping older adults stay safe from elder abuse is on all of us.