10

Elder Abuse Outreach and Shelter

Elder Abuse is any action or inaction by a person in a trusting relationship that causes harm and distress to an older adult within the scope of emotional, financial, medication, physical, and sexual abuse or neglect.

Elder Abuse Response Team (EART)

The Elder Abuse Response Team (EART) was established in 2011 as a collaboration between Carya, Calgary Police Service, and Unison. This multidisciplinary team of social workers and police officers work together to identify, investigate, and support high risk and/or chronic cases of elder abuse.

Our team is committed to reducing incidents of elder abuse and collaborates to:

  • Respond to and investigate suspected cases of elder abuse.
  • Provide support and guidance to abuse victims and their families.
  • Assist other service providers working with abuse victims and provide information about elder abuse to professionals and organizations who work with older adults.

If you or someone you know may be experiencing elder abuse, please call the Elder Abuse Resource Line at 403-705-3250.

To make a report on a suspected case of elder abuse, please call the police non-emergency line at 403-266-1234.

If this is an emergency or someone you know is at immediate risk, please call 911.

Play Video

Unison Medicine Hat - Elder Abuse Case Management

Elder Abuse Case Management Program services are free and provided by Unison at Veiner Centre to those aged 50 and older who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing elder abuse.

Elder Abuse is any action or inaction by a person in a position of trust that causes harm or distress to an older adult within the scope of emotional, financial, medication, physical, neglect or sexual abuse. The two most frequently identified and reported types of elder abuse in Canada are financial and emotional.

Our Team:

  • Accepts referrals from anyone interested in the well-being of older adults.
  • Works closely with older adults, families, care partners and service providers.
  • Offers assessment and support while navigating complex systems for the best possible outcomes.
  • Increases knowledge, skills, and competence to help end elder abuse; and,
  • Provides C.A.R.E. ~ Case Management, Advocacy, Referral and Education.

C.A.R.E. Planning is based on the Community Wellness Model. Advocacy, Crime Prevention, Family Matters, Housing or Lodging, Income Support, Mental Health, Nutrition, Physical Well-being, Recreation or Socialization and Transportation will be considered in elder abuse response.

Sometimes life's events seem overwhelming. You may not know where to turn for the help you need. Finding the right resources can make all the difference.

For further information, contact (403)952-8984 or [email protected].

Thank you to our Partners and Supporters

Thank you to the supporters who make our programs at Unison Medicine Hat possible!

Unison Calgary - Elder Abuse Shelter

The Unison Elder Abuse Shelter is for individuals of any gender — aged 55 or older — who are actively escaping abuse.

The Unison Elder Abuse Shelter offers individuals a safe place to stay while actively working with caseworkers to transition back into the community safely and sustainably.

For more information, please call the Elder Abuse Resource Line at (403) 705-3250.

Anyone can phone this number, whether you are a concerned family member, community member, victim of abuse or a related individual.

*If you are in immediate physical danger, please call 911. If you are in emotional distress, please call Distress Centre Calgary at 403-266-4357. 

Thank you to our Partners and Supporters

Thank you to the supporters who make our programs at Unison Calgary possible!