Abstract
This chapter considers some of the particular issues around safeguarding older adults. Beginning with a review of research evidence, it highlights the complexity of relationships which may often be felt as both abusive and caring, which presents particular ethical challenges for professionals in striking a balance between protection from harm and the potential erosion of key personal and social supports Acknowledging a dearth of research relating to the abuse of older people, it then reports on findings from a focus group carried outwith carers, providing rich and honest insights into the lived experiences of caring set against the legal framework.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Safeguarding Adults : Key Themes and Issues |
| Editors | Gillian Macintyre , Ailsa Stewart , Pearse McCusker |
| Publisher | Palgrave Macmillan |
| Pages | 116-129 |
| Number of pages | 14 |
| Edition | 1st |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781137381019 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781137381002 |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- carers
- adult protection
- older adults