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Elder abuse is mistreatment that harms an older adult. It can take many forms: | Elder abuse is mistreatment that harms an older adult. It can take many forms: | ||
* '''Physical abuse''': using physical force against an older adult. | * '''Physical abuse''': using physical force against an older adult. | ||
* '''Financial abuse''': misusing an older adult’s money or property. It includes forcing an older adult to sign a document. | * '''Financial abuse''': misusing an older adult’s money or <span class="noglossary">property</span>. It includes forcing an older adult to sign a document. | ||
* '''Neglect''': not keeping an older person clean and safe. | * '''Neglect''': not keeping an older person clean and safe. | ||
* '''Sexual abuse''': forced sexual contact of any kind. | * '''Sexual abuse''': forced sexual <span class="noglossary">contact</span> of any kind. | ||
* '''Psychological or emotional abuse''': actions that cause mental or emotional harm. It includes threats, verbal abuse, and humiliation. | * '''Psychological or emotional abuse''': actions that cause mental or emotional harm. It includes threats, verbal abuse, and humiliation. | ||
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Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Elder abuse is always wrong, and can also be a criminal offence. | Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Elder abuse is always wrong, and can also be a criminal offence. | ||
The following resources can provide support to you or someone you know. See the [[Find Out More in Learning about the Law|Find Out More]] section for additional contact information. | The following resources can provide support to you or someone you know. See the [[Find Out More in Learning about the Law|Find Out More]] section for additional <span class="noglossary">contact</span> information. | ||
* If someone is in immediate danger, '''call 911'''. | * If someone is in immediate danger, '''call 911'''. | ||
* [https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Seniors First BC] operates the Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL). It provides confidential legal information and emotional support over the phone. They can also provide legal representation in certain areas of law. | * [https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/ Seniors First BC] operates the Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL). It provides confidential legal information and emotional support over the phone. They can also provide legal representation in certain areas of law. | ||