Financial scams, romance scams, tax scams, age discrimination and intimidation targeting older adults and more are a growing concern. Recent years added separation from family and the fears of Covid-19 on top of those challenges facing our older citizens.
While June 15th is the annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, more than ever we need to be actively working to support older people, and to be aware of the difficulties they face.
Sadly, elder abuse doesn’t occur on just one day a year. So, our awareness needs to rise beyond that single day, and our actions need to be ongoing to make a difference.
Elder abuse isn’t someone else’s problem, or government’s problem. It will affect each and every one of us at some point. It may be someone you love suffering abuse, or it may be you when you reach that age group. Who will be there for you?
Every case impacts our society as a whole, and perpetuates the idea that people are to be used so that someone can have more things.
What can you do about this? Education is the first necessary tool to combat this scourge. Here are some resources that can get you started. If you’re already aware, share these links with others.
If you work for a company that wants to elevate your employee awareness on elder abuse, Tamlo has resources that will serve you well. You can find them on our website.
