We’re raising awareness of different forms of abuse over 16 days. Why? Because we can’t address what we don’t talk about and we want everyone to feel safe and supported to seek help if they need it.
We want to start meaningful conversations and highlight the help available to put a stop to abuse, of all kinds, both now and in the future.
Today we’re focusing on elder abuse.
What is elder abuse?
A Crime Survey for England and Wales showed that around 180,000 older women aged 60-74 and 98,000 older men aged 60-74 experienced domestic abuse in 2018/19.
We all have a duty to respect those around us, particularly older adults who might need additional support or have become more isolated with age. Elder abuse is a national concern and can take on many forms, including physical and emotional harm. It can also involve financial exploitation and neglect by a care giver.
How can we help?
We have many supported housing schemes across the south and south west of England where our dedicated team work closely with older adults to make sure they’re safe at home. All areas of our business work together to make sure every resident receives the support they need, and our Community Safety team are readily available to complete risk assessments and refer people to external agencies if appropriate.
If you’re a resident and would like to speak to our Community Safety team, call us on 0300 123 1 567. A member of the team will be in touch with you within 24 hours. Alternatively, if you’d prefer to speak to someone elsewhere, contact the National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
If you’re in immediate danger, please call 999.
More information and support for elder abuse
