Elder abuse
Responsibility : Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux
Abuse of older people may take various forms, including:
- negligence by not meeting an older person's essential needs;
- physical abuse (sexual abuse, injury);
- psychological abuse (threats, humiliation, isolation, intimidation);
- forced medical treatment;
- material exploitation (misappropriation of assets belonging to an older person).
Other important aspects of elder abuse are ageism (discrimination based on age), stereotyping and social behaviours that diminish self-esteem and undermine dignity.
If you are abused in any of these ways, you may file a complaint with a
CLSC.
(in French only)
Elder abuse informationThe Elder Abuse line is a confidential, bilingual telephone service giving access to a listening ear, information and referrals for seniors subjected to physical, financial or psychological abuse.
Call: 514 489-ABUS (2287) or 1 888 489-ABUS (2287).
