Replication and Evaluation of the RISE-APS Model In New Contexts - Elder abuse and self-neglect (EASN) are major problems confronting an aging population with serious consequences. Despite a growing problem scope, understanding of effective community-based EASN interventions remains limited. Adult Protective Services (APS) is the primary agency responsible for investigating EASN reports. However, APS generally lacks a dedicated intervention phase to address underlying case needs/risks or a capacity to work with others in the case beyond the older adult. The RISE-APS model was developed to address these intervention service gaps in the overall EASN prevention/response system. Developed based on theory, research, and stakeholder consultations, RISE is an evidence-informed EASN intervention integrating core components (motivational interviewing, restorative justice, teaming, supported decision making, engagement, goal attainment scaling) and operating at Relational, Individual, Social, and Environmental levels to work with older adults, alleged harmers, their relationship, and strengthen social supports surrounding them. Building on evidence for the RISEAPS model in Maine, the goal of this project is to understand the replication and evidence for this model in other contexts. Specifically, objectives include site selection, adaptation, training, implementation, and evaluation of the RISE-APS model in locations serving socio-culturally diverse communities. Using a mixed methods approach integrating experimental quantitative and qualitative components, model evaluation will consider outcomes related to both implementation (adoption, implementation, and sustainment) and impact of the intervention on recipients, deliverers, and organizations, including its effectiveness, strengths, limitations, and lessons learned. Dissemination will target APS and community organizations seeking to replicate RISE-APS, EASN researchers, and local decisionmakers with resources to sustain the model. Materials/deliverables include a replication manual, evaluation summaries, community and academic presentations, and peer reviewed articles.
