Empowering Seniors with relevant Information on Elder Abuse.
"Elder Abuse is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring in any relationship where there is an expectation of trust that causes harm or distress to an older person”. (WHO)
July 1, 2007
The Reality - Elder Abuse in Australia
This cartoon sums up the situation. Politicians often say "We're waiting on a report"; Lawyers/Attorneys: "Sorry, no existing laws can help."; Doctors: "Sorry, the medication didn't help." (Please email me for permission to use cartoon.)
Unfortunately it's just not Australia it's the reality of elder abuse in a host of other places too! Like in Florida, USA.
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