Every June 15^th, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day highlights the importance of caring for one of the most vulnerable populations in our community, older adults.

Elder abuse can take many forms and lead to serious physical injuries and long-term psychological consequences. According to the United Nations, By 2050, it is estimated that 1 in every 6 people will be aged 65 or over, increasing the vulnerability experienced by older persons to violence. Currently, around 1 in 6 people 60 years and older experienced some form of abuse in community settings during the past year. Click here to access more facts and information from the UN.

Supporting the Elderly Members of Our Community

At LiveSafe Resources, we understand the unique challenges older victims may face when trying to find safety, which is why we have in place the Elder Abuse Program.

The Elder Abuse Program serves those aged 50+ who have experienced abuse by a partner, spouse, adult child, grandchild, or caretaker. Support varies according to each individual’s needs. However, our hotline is available 24/7 to support crisis intervention, provide information about elder abuse and connect individuals to resources that may include the following:

• Emergency shelter
• One-on-one case management
• Medical accompaniment
• Legal accompaniment
• Help attaining financial assistance

This is a free, confidential resource available to victims of elder abuse or to friends and family who are concerned for a loved one. For more information, click here.