Ep. 8 – Right to Be Free from Abuse and Neglect in Older Age
Catherine-Elise Dumont
Catherine-Elise Dumont
Elder abuse is heart-wrenching. Underscoring the harm and tragic narratives is a violation of the older person’s human right to be freed from violence, abuse, and neglect. A group of courageous and determined older advocates stood up for their rights through song and dance. Violence Against and Abuse and Neglect of Older People One
Stories of older persons being taken advantage of by scam artists are in the news with alarming frequency. While con artists and strangers do prey on the elderly, 90% of reported elder abuse involves family members and takes places at home. Family relationships can be complex and not all carers want to be in