If you or a friend are in immediate danger, call 911 for help.
Any deliberate action or lack of action that harms an older adult is elder abuse. The harm could be physical, emotional, financial, or some combination.It is often caused by a close friend or relative. It is not your fault. It is controlling behaviour. Abuse does not stop on its own.You can take actions on your own and with the help of others to end the abuse.
You may feel the need to protect your children, spouse or other family members, even if they are treating you badly. But abusive behaviour is not healthy for you or for your abuser. No one deserves to be hurt. It’s okay to reach out for help.
This section describes different types of abuse in non-institutional settings and how Canadian law protects older adults.
To prevent anyone (such as an abuser) from tracking your online activity, read this.
