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Keep older people safe.

Deborah Sturdy1, Hazel Heath

  • 1Department of Health, England.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|July 3, 2007
PubMed
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Elder abuse affects over 500,000 older adults annually. A comprehensive, multi-profession approach is crucial for protecting vulnerable seniors and holding abusers accountable.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Social Work

Background:

  • Elder abuse is a significant public health issue affecting a substantial portion of the older population.
  • Vulnerable older adults are at high risk of experiencing various forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, and financial mistreatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the prevalence of elder abuse and advocate for a unified professional response.
  • To emphasize the need for systemic changes to protect older individuals and address perpetrator accountability.

Main Methods:

  • This study synthesizes existing research and epidemiological data on elder abuse prevalence.
  • It analyzes the limitations of current fragmented approaches to elder abuse intervention.

Main Results:

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  • Estimates suggest that over half a million older individuals suffer from some form of abuse each year.
  • Current responses are often insufficient, lacking coordination across different professional sectors.

Conclusions:

  • A coordinated, whole-profession strategy is essential for effective elder abuse prevention and intervention.
  • Protecting vulnerable older adults requires a collective effort from healthcare, legal, social services, and community organizations to identify and support victims and deter perpetrators.