Abuse of elderly on the rise

Abuse of the elderly has been on the rise over the past decade, according to a report released on Friday.

The report, presented by the Third Age Observatory, highlighted abuse of the elderly on the part of domestic helpers in their homes, nursing home staff, and medical and paramedical staff in public and private staff.

In addition, it notes cases where elderly people are abused even by their own children.

It also notes that ageism is evident “in all forms and at all levels” of society...