CNPEA collaborated with the National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly (NICE) and Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario (EAPO) to develop a virtual workshop and an infographic on Initiating a Dialogue on Dementia & Elder Abuse. The Alzheimer Society of Ontario and Alzheimer Society of B.C. provided crucial input along the way. Click on the image to access the infographic.
A few facts about elder abuse and dementia:
- NICE's National Prevalence Study of the Mistreatment of Older Adults in Canada revealed that older adults who experience a situation of abuse tend to turn to their peers and friends before anyone else to talk about their abuse.
- Among older adults living with dementia, increased cognitive and physical impairments highten the risk of experiencing abuse and neglect.
- According to the World Health Organization (2016), globally, approximately 2 out of 3 people living with dementia have experienced abused.
About NICE's project
- The overarching goal of the project is to educate older adults, particularly those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers, supporters and friends about elder abuse and neglect.
- NICE aims to help build a strong, informed system of support and prevention around older adults
- A peer-based approach was chosen to bring a unique perspective to older adults and community members.
- The workshops were delivered by trained older adults with the support of the National Initiative for the Care of the Elderly (NICE).
Objectives:
- Awareness: Foster a space to raise awareness about elder abuse and neglect among people who live with dementia.
- Knowledge: Provide the most up to date information and resources.
- Research: Gatther data on the effectiveness of the workshops.
- Empowerment: Support older adults and people impacted by elder abuse and neglect to speak up and intervene.