Enacts the "elderly abuse protective act" to protect residents 62 years of age or older who suffer abuse or deprivation; requires reports to the commissioner of the office of children and family services of the possible necessity for protective services; specifies action by such commissioner upon receiving such report including evaluation, right of entry, and furnishing of protective services; specifies the authority of the office of children and family services with respect thereto and requires assistance of other agencies in the implementation thereof; provides for judicial and review action against caretakers who abuse elderly; creates statewide central register of elderly abuse; appropriates $600,000 to the office of children and family services.

The 'Elderly Abuse Protective Act' aims to safeguard New Yorkers aged 62 and older from abuse and neglect. It establishes a process for reporting suspected abuse to the state's Office of Children and Family Services, which will evaluate the situation and provide necessary protective services. The bill also creates a central registry for elderly abuse cases and allocates $600,000 for its implementation.

Supporters of the bill argue that it provides crucial protections for vulnerable seniors, ensuring that they receive the care and safety they deserve. By establishing a central registry and requiring prompt action from state agencies, this legislation represents a significant step forward in combating elderly abuse in New York.

Critics may contend that the bill could lead to overreach by state agencies and unnecessary interventions in the lives of seniors and their caregivers. Some might argue that the funding allocated could be better spent on direct services rather than administrative processes, raising concerns about efficiency and the true impact on elderly care.