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Defining elder abuse
- Authors:
- BRAMMER Alison, BIGGS Simon
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Welfare and Family Law, 20(3), 1998, pp.285-304.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
The definition of elder abuse is at a formative stage in British social policy. This article examines four existing definitions of elder abuse from policy and socio-legal perspectives. The development of the definitions is reviewed as part of the process of problem formation within the context of the social construction of old age in British Social Policy. Central themes and terms contained in the definitions are analysed in detail from legal and policy standpoints. Finally, the definitions are compared to the Law Commission recommendations to form the basis of public law protection of vulnerable adults.
Protecting human participants in long-term care research: the role of state law and policy
- Author:
- KAPP Marshall B.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aging and Social Policy, 16(3), 2004, pp.13-33.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
There has been substantial recent activity addressed at the challenge of protecting the rights and welfare of vulnerable human participants in various kinds of research protocols, on one hand, without unduly impeding the conduct of research that promises findings that may substantially improve health and quality of life for many beneficiaries of research, on the other. Many of the emerging recommendations for improved participant protection are relevant to, and in some cases explicitly targeted at, vulnerable older persons, including long-term, chronically dependent nursing home and home health patients, who may be approached by investigators. Thus far, virtually all of the discussion and recommendations regarding research participant protection pertain to possible legal and policy changes at the federal level. Yet, both current federal law and emerging policy recommendations defer, either expressly or by default through their silence, on some very important matters about research participation, especially regarding informed consent, determinations of decisional capacity, and surrogate decision-making authority, to the laws of individual states. This article analyzes and interweaves recommendations regarding the role of state law and public policy in protecting older persons who are or may become participants in long-term care research projects. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580)
Reducing burglary and fear among older people: an evaluation of a Help the Aged and Homesafe Initiative in Plymouth
- Author:
- MAWBY Rob
- Journal article citation:
- Social Policy and Administration, 38(1), February 2004, pp.1-20.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
Despite their low levels of risk, older people have been targeted by a number of crime reduction initiatives. This article describes an evaluation of one burglary reduction initiative in Plymouth that involved the local Plymouth Homesafe scheme and Help the Aged. The scheme clearly targeted the more vulnerable groups within the community, and clients were extremely positive about the service and its implementation. However, there was little evidence that they expressed lower levels of fear of crime than did older people in general. This leads to a discussion of different levels of vulnerability and the way different subcategories of client perceived and benefited from the scheme.
Assisted-living for older people in Israel: market control or government regulation?
- Authors:
- DORON Israel, LIGHTMAN Ernie
- Journal article citation:
- Ageing and Society, 23(6), November 2003, pp.779-795.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
In recent decades there has been a rapid expansion of assisted-living facilities for older people in many different countries. Much of this growth has occurred with only limited or no government regulation, but many problems have arisen, typically around the quality of care, which have led to demands that governments act to protect vulnerable residents. This paper examines whether formal legal regulation is the optimal policy to protect the needs and rights of frail residents, while respecting the legitimate interests of others, such as operators and owners. It presents the case for and against direct legal regulation (as in institutions), and suggests that no overall a priori assessment is possible. The analysis is based on the case of Israel, where proposed regulations for assisted-living have been introduced but not implemented. After a brief history of assisted-living in Israel - its recent dramatic growth and why this occurred - the paper concludes that formal direct regulation is not the best route to follow, but that the better course would be to develop totally new 'combined' regulatory legislation. This would define the rights of residents and encourage self-regulation alongside minimal and measured mechanisms of deterrence. Such an approach could promote the continued development of the assisted-living industry in Israel and elsewhere, while guaranteeing that the rights, needs and dignity of older residents are protected.
Public policy implications of elderly interstate migration to Oregon, 1985-1990
- Author:
- COXE Leland M.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aging and Social Policy, 15(1), 2003, pp.79-85.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Several Oregon counties received a noticeable influx of elderly migrants from other states during the 1980s. Oregon policy regarding taxes, land use, and long-term care is examined for possible influence on migration. Models of elderly migration are examined for insight into how public policy influences migration, and previous research regarding the effects of elderly migration on public policy is reviewed. Data regarding disability and financial vulnerability among elderly by migration status are analyzed for possible influence upon public policy. Change in the population aged 65 and older mirrored state and national patterns for 1980 to 1990 and 1990 to 1999. Interstate elderly arriving in attractive counties reported a low prevalence of disability and financial vulnerability, indicating low risk of demanding public assistance. Interstate elderly arriving in population centers reported a relatively high prevalence of disability but a low prevalence of financial vulnerability. This may suggest that Oregon's long-term are policy influenced elderly migration. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street Binghamton, NY 13904-1580)
Elder abuse: some African American views
- Authors:
- HUDSON Margaret, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 14(9), September 1999, pp.915-939.
- Publisher:
- Sage
To gain a greater understanding of what elder abuse means to Americans, a random sample of adults from seven culturally diverse counties in North Carolina was interviewed. Included in the sample were four African American groups whose responses were compared with each other and with the views of an expert panel. There were areas of agreement and disagreement. The relevance of the findings is discussed in relation to research, practice, education and policy.
Courage in diversity
- Author:
- THOMPSON Audrey
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 9.4.98, 1998, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Asks whether adult abuse can be tackled through generic protection work.
The Gatekeeper Model: implications for social policy
- Authors:
- FLORIO Evelyn R., RASCHKO Raymond
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Aging and Social Policy, 10(1), 1998, pp.37-55.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
One of the most important needs of an ageing population is to insure that older adults are able to live as independently and safely as possible. The question for social policymakers is how to meet this goal in an era of shrinking resources and growing numbers of older adults. The Gatekeeper model is highlighted as a method to insure that older adults at risk of problems that impact their ability to live independently can be helped by existing systems of care. The model trains employees of community businesses and corporations who work with the public to serve as community gatekeepers by identifying and referring community-dwelling older adults who may be in need of help.
Elder abuse: practitioner's guide
- Authors:
- PENHALE Bridget, PARKER Jonathan, KINGSTON Paul
- Publisher:
- Venture Press
- Publication year:
- 2000
- Pagination:
- 73p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Birmingham
This book provides an overview of contemporary developments relating to practice and policy in situations of elder abuse and neglect. It covers such areas as definition, potential risk factors and practice issues including intervention and assessment. Contents include: overview; power and gender in elder abuse; assessment, vulnerability and protection in elder abuse; interventions in elder abuse.
Monitoring adult protection referrals in 10 English local authorities
- Authors:
- BROWN Hilary, STEIN June
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 2(3), September 2000, pp.19-31.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This paper reports the results of a study of the monitoring of adult protection referrals in 10 local authorities during six months in 1998.The information provides a useful window on the effectiveness of current policies and provides a baseline from which to anticipate the implications for workload and service planning of recent government guidance.