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Be an advocate. If someone informs you that they are surrounded by individuals who are not behaving appropriately, believe them.
Address and challenge individuals who do not demonstrate non-abusive behavior in the presence of children.
Set a good example – exhibit the type of behavior that you wish your children to emulate. When you stand up for those who are vulnerable, demonstrate kindness, and show them that it is commendable to be the good person, they are more likely to embody these qualities at school and in social settings.
Coming Soon
Watch for information on the yet to be named, fictional novel on elder abuse, a story of family greed, neglect and cruelty. The working title is "You're just a guest here".
" Chapter 1
The End: A Tale of Greed and Consequences
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled between rolling hills and verdant fields, lived an elderly woman named Agnes. Agnes was the proud owner of a vast expanse of fertile land that had been in her family for generations. This land, rich with history and potential, was coveted by her relatives, who viewed it as a golden ticket to wealth.
Agnes, though frail in body, possessed a sharp mind and an unyielding spirit. She had no children of her own but was surrounded by nieces, nephews, and distant cousins, all of whom paid her frequent visits. These visits, however, were not out of love or concern for her well-being, but rather out of a greedy anticipation for her demise...
An example of what Elder Abuse looks like
Verbal, emotional or psychological abuse, including yelling, swearing, threatening, making insulting or disrespectful comments or repeatedly ignoring the older adult. Psychological abuse involves any type of coercive or threatening behavior that sets up a power differential between the older adult and his or her family member or caregiver. It can also include treating the older person like a child and isolating the person from family, friends, and regular activities.
Some signs:
- Sunken eyes or unexplained weight loss
- Unreasonably fearful or suspicious
- Lack of interest in social contacts
- Unexplained or uncharacteristic changes in behavior (never assume this is the result of a stroke)
Sometime elder abuse is out and out bullying.
Here's an example:
HOW TO SPOT IT: By the time they reach adulthood, bullies have long concluded that victims are more malleable and impressionable when they are alone. So one of their most dangerous and effective tactics is to isolate their victims so that their punishment and behavior digs much deeper in the future.
Isolation comes in two forms: they will either manipulate scenarios to where you create distance between yourself and others, or they will actively tear you down so that others create distance from you.