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Elder Abuse

Our conversations with families and those who work with them have highlighted concerns about elder abuse and neglect.

There has been limited research on this issue in New Zealand and the Commission is taking a systematic approach to finding out more about the experiences of older people.

Research Publications

Report
Tue 1 Jan, 2008

Elder abuse and neglect

Exploration of risk and protective factors

New Zealanders are increasingly concerned by violence in society and families. This report examines what makes older people vulnerable to abuse and neglect, and what reduces their risk.

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