Crime Prevention - elder abuse

On this month’s Crime Prevention segment Sergeant Graham Kavanagh was in studio to discuss elder abuse and the warning signs to look out for if you are the victim of this crime or if you think you may know someone who is the victim of elder abuse. 

Elder abuse is relevant to you if you are experiencing abusive treatment from another person or if you are concerned about a relative or friend who is being abused. There are several different forms of elder abuse and there are signs and indicators to be aware of, in your own case, or in the case of a friend, neighbour or relative. 

The forms of elder abuse include:

•• psychological abuse

•• neglect

•• financial or material abuse

•• physical abuse

•• sexual abuse and

•• discrimination.

An Garda Síochána has specialist units in place - The Garda National Protective Services Bureau and GNDIU – that encourages the reporting of any form of suspected abuse by anyone. There are 240 Garda Diversity Officers appointed throughout Ireland who will provide a sensitised service to victims/witnesses if required.

More information at Safeguarding Ireland and Keep Control.ie