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End-of-life concerns in the United States
- Author:
- CICIRELLI Victor G.
- Journal article citation:
- Generations Review, 7(4), December 1997, p.4.
- Publisher:
- British Society of Gerontology
Discusses how although there has been concern in the United States over end-of-life issues for a number of years, there is evidence of increasing public support for the legalisation of euthanasia.
Abusing the position
- Author:
- WHITE Caroline
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 1.2.96, 1996, pp.30-31.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Questions the absence of legal safeguards for elderly people in care and asks if legislators should tackle elder abuse as they have tried to cope with child abuse.
Addressing the ageing workforce: a critical examination of legal policy objectives and values in the United Kingdom
- Author:
- BLACKHAM Alysia
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 37(7), 2017, pp.1362-1393.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Population ageing is a key challenge confronting European policy makers. Ageing is a complex issue, requiring a value-driven approach to law and policy. However, there has been limited consideration of what values are driving ageing law and policy in the European Union, or if these values are appropriate. Drawing on an empirical study of United Kingdom (UK) legal policy documents, this paper identifies and critiques the primary values and objectives driving ageing law and policy in the field of employment. It is argued that the values driving UK law and policy are often contested, contradictory and under-defined, and there has been limited thought given to how they should be prioritised in the event they conflict. Thus, there is a serious need to reconsider the approach to age and employment taken by policy makers, and to clarify better the key values on which law and policy rest. (Publisher abstract)
Wales’ safeguarding policy and practice: a critical analysis
- Author:
- PHILLIPS Carys
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 18(1), 2016, pp.14-27.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The safeguarding and protection components of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 offers the culmination of four years consultation in England and Wales by the Law Commission and many years of evolving policy and practice with a view to protecting adults from harm. The purpose of this paper is to offer both scrutiny and challenge for Wales’ policy makers and practitioners alike. Design/methodology/approach: The paper is a critical analysis of both current responses and forthcoming changes. Findings: The paper proposes that Wales has failed to implement previous recommendations in relation to institutional abuse. Currently in Wales, there are individuals employed in safeguarding lead roles who have no social care qualification. This apparent “loophole” has not to date been highlighted to date by either of the regulatory bodies within Wales (CSSIW/CCfW). Research limitations/implications: The paper offers a viewpoint but leaves some questions unanswered. Practical implications: The Williams Review in April 2014 is set to change the local authority landscape in Wales. There is scope for developing the function of adult safeguarding. Social implications: Wales’ failure to recognize institutionalized abuse as a distinct category may have had impacted on its ability to respond to abuse in nursing and care as well hospital settings. (Edited publisher abstract)
Elder abuse in the United Kingdom
- Author:
- PENHALE Bridget
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.151-168.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Elder abuse began to attract attention in the UK in the 1990s, following earlier concerns with child abuse and domestic violence. Initially, interest focused on domestic settings but institutional settings are now also being explored. This paper summarises what is currently known about this type of abuse, and about protection and prevention. It also discusses legislative responses, national guidance, local authority responses, the value of a multi-disciplinary approach, and good practice issues. Knowledge about the mistreatment of older people is still incomplete and more research is needed, together with the continuing development of professional standards, systems of accountability, and education and training (including of the general public). (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
An overview of elder abuse and neglect in Australia
- Authors:
- KURRLE Susan, NAUGHTIN Gerard
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.108-125.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Until the late 1980s elder abuse was a hidden problem in Australia, especially in relation to older people living in the community. Growing awareness has been driven by a range of official reports and research studies, and the activities of community organisations. The results of some of these are briefly reviewed, together with research, policy and practice responses by the federal government and each of the state governments: South Australia; New South Wales; Queensland; Victoria; Tasmania; Western Australia; the Australian Capital Territory; and the Northern Territory. Approaches differ, being characterised either by advocacy on behalf of the individual or enhancement of the capacity of service providers to respond to cases. A training and education function seems integral to all the different approaches. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Elder abuse and neglect in South Africa: a case of marginalization, disrespect, exploitation and violence
- Authors:
- FERREIRA Monica, LINDGREN Pat
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect, 20(2), 2008, pp.91-107.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Elder abuse and neglect are widespread in South Africa but the definition of abuse remains problematic: while some types of abuse fit with Western typologies, others (such as the rape of women by sons and grandsons to extort pension money, or accusations of witchcraft to seize assets) do not. An expanded typology is thus needed, which takes account of cultural and racial differences. The history of awareness of elder abuse is briefly reviewed, together with legislation, intervention programmes and research (which is extremely sparse). Although awareness of the problem is growing, so too is the incidence and it can be seen as part of the complex problem of chronic poverty and human rights violations of which the marginalisation, disrespect, exploitation and violent abuse of older people forms a part. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Early release for seriously ill and elderly prisoners: should French practice be followed?
- Author:
- STEINER Eva
- Journal article citation:
- Probation Journal, 50(3), September 2003, pp.267-276.
- Publisher:
- Sage
In 2002 a formal system for dealing with the early release of prisoners on grounds of ill health was introduced in France. This article describes the principal features and background to this new system and examines the arguments at issue on this question, more particularly the human rights argument in light of the Strasbourg case law under article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights. In a comparative perspective the article questions whether, given the prison situation in England and Wales, a similar reform should not also be considered in this jurisdiction.
Ticket to ride: the Transport Act 2000 and the case for free nationwide bus travel
- Author:
- SEARS Bob
- Publisher:
- National Pensioners Convention
- Publication year:
- 2002
- Pagination:
- 36p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The vast majority of pensioners rely on public transport to enable them to be independent and mobile and to take advantage of social activities. The NPC therefore welcomes the Transport Act 2000 which grants free nationwide bus travel for pensioners and the disabled.
Confusion reigns
- Author:
- HARDING Tessa
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 8.5.97, 1997, p.21.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
The law relating to the provision of social services for elderly and disabled people is inadequate. A ruling which means that local authorities will be able to refuse to provide residential care to older people solely because they have a little money in the bank has shocked older people and thrown government policy into disarray. Calls for an immediate change to the law so that older people continue to receive the financial support they have been promised.