Opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee on ‘Elder abuse’
The 'Conclusions and Recommendations' of this paper included:
1.1 Article 25 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union (adopted in Nice on 7 December 2000) recognizes and respects the rights of older people to lead a life of dignity and independence and to participate in social and cultural life.
1.2 Part of this challenge includes tackling elder abuse — a much-neglected issue that still tends to be trivialised and pushed into the background. Particular risks are faced by older people who are dependent on care and/or are isolated within their own homes or resident in care facilities. The Committee would therefore urge the EU Council presidencies to address the issue of elder abuse, particularly within a care setting.
The above comments are addressed to the EU Council presidencies, the European Commission and Member State governments.
SOURCE: eurLexEuropa
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An interesting paper that should be read in its entirety. Please go to source.
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