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Having previously raised awareness of Domestic Abuse the CDNA
recognised that elderly people were, as a group, often forgotten by
other members of society and particularly vulnerable to abuse. Feeling
that something needed to be done on this issue the CDNA refocused its
efforts on Elder Abuse.
A report, 'Responding to Elder Abuse', was produced in September
2003, which helped raise awareness and provided guidance to
practitioners recognising and dealing with Elder Abuse. This was a major
step forward in the protection of those who suffer from abuse and many
of the recommendations from the report are being implemented across the
country.
Following the publication of the document the CDNA provided
evidence to a House of Commons Select Committee investigation into Elder
Abuse.
Since the report was made public the CDNA has continued to work
closely with other agencies to raise the issue of Elder Abuse and we are
members of the Strategic Alliance which was formed to maintain these
working relationships on Elder Abuse. Members of the group include:
- Action on Elder Abuse
- Help the Aged
- POPAN - Prevention of Professional Abuse Network
- Age Concern
- National Patient Safety Agency
- Relatives and Residents Association
- PAVA - Practitioner Alliance Against Abuse of Vulnerable Adults
- RCN
The CDNA is continuing to further develop our role through working
to highlight the issues of Abuse to any member of society and looking
to our members to work actively to prevent abuse to their patient.
Look out for more information on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15th June 06
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