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Abuse Prevention
Elder Abuse is defined as any action or inaction, by a person in a position of trust, that results in (potential) harm to an older adult.
It can include:
- Physical
- Sexual
- Psychological/emotional (including spiritual)
- Financial
- Neglect
- Denial of civil rights
Older Adult Abuse in Peterborough County and City
Facts
- Estimated population of adults over 55 years in year 2000 = 36,079
- Canada wide research completed in the late 1990's indicate 4% of older adults experience or have experienced at least one form of abuse.
- This means there are potentially 1443 older persons in Peterborough County and City living in abusive situations
For more information on elder abuse, or to get help, contact the resources below:
The Abuse Prevention of Older Adults Network Peterborough (APOAN)
Call 705-742-7778
The Ontario Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (ONPEA)
Senior Safety Line
Toll-free: 1-866-299-1011
Last Revised/Reviewed
Tuesday, 2010-09-07 9:55 AM