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Preventing Elder Abuse and Neglect
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Got It, Hide this- Website: Healthy Families BC
- Resource type: General web page
Summary - The message of this resource is:
Elder abuse can happen from trusted caregivers, family members or even strangers. Understand and learn the signs of elder abuse, neglect and self-neglect in order to ensure that the seniors around you are safe and healthy. If you suspect any kind of abuse, use this resource for more information on how to report it.
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Keywords
social life, safety, independence, social isolation
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Step 2 - Transparency
Is it clear who developed the resource and how?
Step 3 - Usability
Is the information easy to understand and easy to use?
Rated on: 5/13/2019 11:07:14 AM
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