abuse and neglect Factsheet 78w November 2022 2 of 74 Contents 1 Information about this factsheet 5 2 Background to elder abuse, neglect and safeguarding ... is elder abuse? 10 2.4 What is neglect? 10 2.5 What is meant by safeguarding? 10 3 Different types of abuse 11 3.1 Financial abuse 12 3.2 Neglect 14 3.3 ‘Self-neglect’ – potential relevance in abuse cases
balance, core strength and overall wellbeing. This is an activity that can also help to reduce the risk of falls among older people.
which protects you from discrimination, meaning that discrimination or unfair treatment on the basis of certain personal characteristics, such as age, is against the law in almost all cases.
Every year in the UK, an estimated £1.2bn is lost to investment fraud, but only 10% of all crimes are reported. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if you're a victim.
allowing people to access their pension pots from age 55 have brought with them new scams. Be cautious of anyone approaching you with advice on how to invest your pension.
Do you know how to avoid the latest scams targeting your money and personal data? With the help of our varied guides, we'll help you spot and avoid scams.
during these very challenging times. It will be launched on 1 June 2020 to coincide with the start of Volunteering Week.
Help us to be there for millions of older people. There are many different ways that you can donate or give money to Age Cymru. Make a one-off or monthly donation now.
Every year, it's estimated that more than £200m worth of Pension Credit and other state benefits goes unclaimed by older people in Wales. We can help make sure you're not missing out.
Age Cymru provides information and advice on a whole host of topics that you may need help with in later life. From money and health to care and housing advice, we provide support when you need it