[Virtual Workshop] Taking Action Against Elder Abuse

TAAEA training workshop on November. 20, 2024 from 8:30am - 4:00pm.

This one-day, virtual workshop is being offered free of charge to service providers working with older adults. We will examine the issue of elder abuse in Alberta, and outline the various ways in which front-line staff may respond to suspected cases of abuse and discuss approaches that have been found to be useful in recognizing and responding to potential and on-going situations of abuse.

Register by emailing ann.aeaac@outlook.com

Registration deadline: November 13th, 2024

Workshop Overview

Our Taking Action Against Elder Abuse Workshops examine the issue of elder abuse in Alberta and outline the various ways in which front-line staff may respond to suspected cases of abuse. We will clarify the expectations of front-line staff and discuss approaches that have been found to be useful in recognizing and responding to potential and on-going situations of abuse.

We will also acknowledge in-depth the complexities surrounding elder abuse, and outline approaches to risk assessment, in order to ensure consistent, effective, and professional responses to specific incidents of abuse.

TAAEA will cover six units:

• The Unique Nature of Elder Abuse
• Recognizing Elder Abuse
• Referring Victims of Elder Abuse
• Responding to Incidents of Elder Abuse
• Reconnecting with Victims of Elder Abuse
• Self Care

Workshop Outcomes

• Define and distinguish elder abuse from other forms of abuse; identify risk factors; and utilize sound methods for responding to and referring cases of abuse and suspected abuse
• Apply the R4 Response Model in intervening in cases of elder abuse
• Consider cultural complexities and diverse communities. Identify and apply protective laws and policies
• Describe resources and community responses
• Develop long-term actions to follow up with survivors of elder abuse
• Identify and manage work related stress factors associated with sensitive nature of elder abuse and develop self care and other strategies to reduce their effects

Upcoming Training Sessions

Virtual, One-Day Workshop

November 20, 2024 | 8:30am - 4:00pm | Zoom

Registration deadline: November 13th, 2024

To register, please email ann.aeaac@outlook.com