13 SENIOR ABUSE AWARENESS On behalf of the Summerside Police Services I would like to congratulate the Prince Edward Island Police Association on their 33rd Annual Crime Prevention Guide. Elder Abuse is such an important topic as the global population is aging. It is unfortunate but seniors are one of the most vulnerable groups in our communities. As technology continues to expand the exploitation of older adults become victims through identity theft, hacking, scams through robocalls, phishing emails requesting money and personal information. In addition, physical and emotional abuse of older adults often go unnoticed, particularly when the perpetrators of such abuse are family members. Elder abuse refers to harm done to an older person by a friend, caregiver or anyone that an older person relies on to fulfill their basic needs. Elder abuse covers a whole range of behaviors from hurtful comments to dominating or controlling another person’s daily activities. Often seniors are reluctant to report abuse to police or other authorities because they may believe the police cannot help. They can be embarrassed telling anyone that they have been scammed or if a family member has been harming them or stealing their money. Every senior deserves protection from abusers and the PEIPA Annual Guide on Elder Abuse provides excellent information and guidelines to protect the most vulnerable. Again, on behalf of the members of the Summerside Police Services we would like to thank everyone involved in the publication of the 33rd Annual Crime Prevention Guide on Elder Abuse. Respectfully, MESSAGE FROM THE SUMMERSIDE CHIEF OF POLICE Chief Sinclair Walker Summerside Police Services
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