Prevention Tips
Those who behave abusively often try to isolate their victims. Seniors who have a network of regular contacts are less vulnerable.
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Remain Independent
Remain independent as long as possible. Men may need to learn self-care tasks such as shopping cooking and cleaning.
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Be Careful
Be careful about bequeathing property to relatives on a promise to "look after you".
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Deposit Income Directly into Bank Accounts
Deposit regular income such as pensions directly into bank accounts through the Automatic Deposit plan. Applications are available at banks.
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Exercise Great Care
Exercise great care when signing legal documents. A trusted person (lawyer, notary) should always read them before signing.
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Wills
Wills should be revised with a lawyer before retirement and prior to second marriages.
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List Assets
List all assets and regularly check the inventory.
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Encourage
Encourage any troubled younger relative to live independently. Finances may be given to enable that to happen.
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Select a Concerned Family Physician
It is often preferable to find one younger than the senior.
Adapted with permission from Abuse Bulletin #4. Voices for Non-Violence and MCC Canada Women's Concerns Committee.
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