Elder abuse is a serious public health and social issue, estimated to effect 1 in 6 older adults in Western Australia. It can take many forms, including financial, social, physical, sexual, psychological and emotional abuse, and neglect, and can occur in a range of different settings. Elder abuse can have ongoing health impacts on an individual, such as physical injury, poor mental health and increased risk of premature entry into residential aged care.

As with many forms of abuse, it can be difficult for an individual experiencing elder abuse to speak out. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients and provide support to make informed decisions about their ongoing safety and wellbeing.

Join Injury Matters, with guest facilitator, Wendy Bennett, from Advocare, for the ‘Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse in Older Adults’ online workshop, where we will explore:

• Elder abuse and its impact on older adults
• How to recognise and respond to elder abuse
• Options for clients experiencing elder abuse
• The Elder Abuse Protocol and 5-step approach for action against elder abuse
• Department of Health and WA Country Health Services guidelines
• Elder abuse policy and procedure for organisations (established / planned)
• Advocare and how they can assist you

This webinar is for anyone working with older adults, including home care service providers, carers and support workers, community workers, and health and allied health professionals. This webinar will not be recorded, don’t miss out, register your spot today!

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