Elder abuse session coming to Edson
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By Ed Moore
Elder abuse is more prevalent than you think, but fear and shame often prevent victims from coming forward, according to an Aspen Mental Health spokesman.
"That's one of the biggest barriers is the shame," Aspen Mental Health Promotions Facilitator Trevor Haas said.
"The shame of saying my daughter or son or granddaughter or grandson are abusing me."
Haas will give a presentation on elder abuse — the different forms it can take and ways to prevent it — on Sept. 30, 7 p.m. at the Pioneer Cabin in Edson. Admission cost for the presentation is $10 for singles and family.
He said he got the idea to make a presentation when he became aware that, even though elder abuse happens, it seldom gets reported. Haas, added he was spurred on to spread the word when he was informed the Alberta Elder Abuse Network announced they were constructing a website last year. The website can be accessed at albertaelderabuse.ca.
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SOURCE: The Edison Leader
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