It is very important that older people understand what elder abuse is and that there is professional and confidential help and support available. Elder Abuse is yet another form of the ugly face of bullying commended Fine Gael Wicklow/East Carlow TD Andrew Doyle. Elder abuse can take the form of psychological abuse being the most common form of abuse, followed by financial abuse, neglect or physical abuse. Sadly statistics indicate that such abuse is carried out primarily by a family member i.e. son or daughter, or by either partner/husband/wife or extended family member and in some cases residential care staff.  Andrew Doyle TD commented that “Needless to say it is … Continue reading Alert! Understanding Elder Abuse and awareness of the Help and Support available needs to be Reinforced – DOYLE