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Scams prevention and support toolkit
- Authors:
- FENGE Lee-Ann, LEE Sally
- Publisher:
- National Centre for Post-Qualifying Social Work and Professional Practice
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 140
- Place of publication:
- Bournemouth
A training toolkit on supporting older people who are, or are at risk of becoming victims of financial abuse from scams. The content covers understanding tactics used by scammers and the impact on decision making; factors relating to vulnerability to scam involvement, which include cognitive impairment, loneliness and social isolation; identifying current and potential victims; the impact of scams on victims and their families; and supporting victims. The training is interactive and participatory using a range of learning methods including group activities, individual reflective exercises and small group discussions. The toolkit includes training guide, links to resources, activities and power point slides. It also contains three information booklets on financial scamming. It has been developed by the National Centre for Post-Qualifying Social Work, Bournemouth University on behalf of Age UK as part of the Scams Prevention and Support Programme. (Edited publisher abstract)
Accident prevention in residential and nursing homes: a training pack for use in the workplace with staff specialising in the care of older people
- Author:
- REILLY Mary
- Publisher:
- Age Concern
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 84p., 38 transparencies
- Place of publication:
- London
A training pack including 39 OHPs for use in the workplace with staff specialising in the care of the elderly.
Online safety and wellbeing of adults at risk of harm
- Authors:
- MUIRHEAD Stuart, SANDERS Robert
- Publisher:
- IRISS
- Publication year:
- 2020
- Place of publication:
- Glasgow
A learning resource developed for social services practitioners providing an introduction into adults at risk of harm and online safety. It covers the perceived risks, forms of abuse, themes of harassment, how the risks can be reduced, and prompts for practitioners. Includes a list of references providing links to current information and evidence. It was developed with the assistance of the National L&D Adult Support & Protection Group and the Iriss Evidence Search and Summary Service. (Edited publisher abstract)
Understanding elder abuse: a training manual for helping professionals
- Authors:
- BIGGS Simon, PHILLIPSON Chris
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Publication year:
- 1992
- Pagination:
- 178p.
- Place of publication:
- Brighton
Training manual designed to be used in training sessions with a broad spectrum of staff. Contains sections on: the social context of elder abuse and neglect; defining abuse and neglect; initial assessment and intervention; abuse and neglect in particular settings; and preventing abuse and neglect.