Elder abuse: a review of progress in ireland.
Until recent years, Ireland has not formally responded to elder abuse. This article considers the recent developments in Ireland through an ecological framework, which focuses on the multidimensional progress of Irish policy, practice, and legislation related to protecting older people. Although significant progress has been made, the discussion highlights areas for continued development and improvement.
a School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems, University College Dublin , Belfield , Dublin , Ireland.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D017028:Caregivers / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D004552:Elder Abuse / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000517:prevention & control*; D015577:Geriatric Assessment / Q000379:methods; D006284:Health Plan Implementation / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006299:Health Services for the Aged / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D016901:Intergenerational Relations; D007494:Ireland; D012940:Social Problems; D035862:Vulnerable Populations / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*