Tue 1 Jan, 2008
Elder abuse and neglect
Exploration of risk and protective factors
New Zealanders are increasingly concerned by violence in society and families. This report examines what makes older people vulnerable to abuse and neglect, and what reduces their risk.
This report is the first in New Zealand to identify risk and protective factors associated with elder abuse and neglect, focusing on how and why they occur, and what can be done to prevent them. The report provides detailed ecological frameworks of risk and prevention factors:
- Society
- Community
- Institutional
- Family
- Individual
and cultural perspectives which impact abuse and neglect.
Strong themes that emerged were valuing and respecting older people, developing strong and healthy families and preparing for positive ageing.
