Elder Abuse and Ageism During the Pandemic
What impact has the current pandemic had on the elderly?
Elder Abuse Toward Family Caregivers
It is important to know and understand why your loved ones may give you a hard time when caregiving for them.
I did not do anything wrong.
Why are false accusations made against caregivers?
Let’s be honest. It’s elder abuse.
“If you’re angry, frustrated, scared, you’re right to feel this way. We can do better. We need to do better. Because we are failing our parents, our grandparents, our elders.” Prime Minister Trudeau.
Nominees put seniors first in Durham Region.
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At least 29 Ontario long-term care residents killed by fellow residents in 6 years
In Ontario, homicides in long-term care, by other residents, are an “urgent and persistent issue”.
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Do Personal Support Workers & Caregivers Owe Fiduciary Duties To The Individuals They Take Care Of?
A recent Ontario Superior Court decision rules that personal support workers and caregivers may owe fiduciary responsibilities to the individuals they care for.
Financial Exploitation: When Taking Money Amounts to Elder Abuse.
Perpetrator is typically a family member or caregiver.
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Elder Abuse: The Silent Crime.
According to the Toronto police, two to 10 per cent (about 40,000 to 200,000) of seniors are abused in Ontario.
Don’t be a victim! Video helps older adults avoid frauds and scams
In this video presentation, Constable Jason Peddle, Vulnerable Persons Coordinator, Toronto Police Service, speaks about some of the current frauds and scams against older, often isolated people.
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