Sexual assault advocates and victim services providers can have a transformative impact on the lives of older survivors. Through their training, skills, and empathy, they can help survivors feel seen and believed. They can also support survivors identify the dynamics of sexual violence, recognize available options and resources, and navigate complex social and legal systems. Advocates play a key role in promoting the dignity and respect for older survivors and improving their access to services by challenging ageist ideas that sexual assault doesn’t impact older adults. This resource offers strategies to address sexual assault in later life and raise awareness of this critical issue within this often-overlooked demographic.
