As we get older, we may end up needing to depend on others, be it family, friends, or carers, for various reasons.
But what if these people—those we depend on—started to take advantage of the person who needs them most? It may come in the form of physical, emotional or even financial abuse.
You may even be in a situation like this yourself, or you know someone who is, but what can you do about it?
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SOURCE: ABC.net.au - Life Matters
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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)
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Any Charges Reported on this blog are Merely Accusations and the Defendants are Presumed Innocent Unless and Until Proven Guilty.
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