Elder Abuse

COURSE: Introduction to Elder Abuse

Date:       15th February 2012

Venue:     Central Hotel, Exchequer Street, Dublin 2

Time:       10.00am - 1.00pm

Fee:          €50 per person


Bookings: Please email info@bourkecollege.ie to book a place.

What is known about Elder Abuse?

Types of abuse covered on this programme:

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PHYSICAL ABUSE

EMOTIONAL/ PSYCHOLOGICAL ABUSE

FINANCIAL OR MATERIAL ABUSE

NEGLECT AND/OR ACTS OF OMISSION

DISCRIMINATORY ABUSE

SEXUAL ABUSE

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Course Content:

Prevalence of abuse in the Care of the Older Person

How To Prevent Further Abuse

How to deal with Abuse in the Care of the Older Person

Reporting Procedures

How to Report Abuse

Policies and Procedures.

Abuse Prevention

Staff Induction

Probation

Employee Feedback, Supervision and Training

Promoting Vigilance Against Elder Abuse

Procedures for Receiving a Complaint of Abuse

Managing Allegations of Abuse

Protective Measures

Conducting the Investigation

Witness statements (if any).

Informing Relatives/Guardians

Anonymous Allegations

Reporting to Professional Bodies

Follow-on Action

Email: info@bourkecollege.ie for details.

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