Web resource:	http://www.parliament.qld.gov.au/view/publications/documents/research/ResearchBriefs/2006/RBR200623.pdf
Type:	Electronic publication
Title:	Elder abuseResearch brief (Queensland Parliamentary Library)
Authors:	Westcott, Mary
Keywords:	Older people;Policy
Year:	2006
Publisher:	Queensland Parliamentary Library, Research Publications and Resources Section
Citation:	2006/23 15476916
Notes:	The research brief outlines and describes these acts of abuse and the contexts in which they might take place and the frequency of occurrence of elder abuse explored. It discusses relevant research and literature, as well as possible factors and risk factors involved in elder abuse. The paper outlines the ways in which Queensland and Australia are addressing the problem of elder abuse, such as spot checks on nursing homes and the use of family violence laws. There is discussion of measures already in existence and examination made of potential measures and safeguards that have been recommended to reduce the incidence of elder abuse.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/21277
ISBN:	9781921056383
Physical description:	28 p. ; 30 cm.
Appears in Collections:	Online resource

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