Elders Helpline 1090 - a joint project of the Bangalore City Police and Nightingales Medical Trust, has been set up to tackle the problems of elder abuse in Bangalore since 2002. Elders can call the Helpline 1090 or walk in to the Helpline office to reach out for help and assistance against all forms of abuse. Elders can be assured of emotional support from the helpline staff during the course of intervention.