Seniors Abuse Awareness - Sensibilisation à la maltraitance des personnes âgées 51 "My daughter-in-law tells me that my spiritual tradition is "ridiculous" and she has convinced my son not to let my grandchildren come to ceremony with me any longer." "My children are angry that I have made some large donations to a religious organization I support. I have overheard them say that they should "do something" to keep me away from the "religious fanatics." These people are not fanatics— they are my friends." "My brother doesn't want me to go to church any-more. I am afraid to disobey him, but the fellowship and my faith are important to me." It is spiritual or religious abuse when someone limits or restricts the spiritual practices, customs or traditions of an older adult. Abuse also includes using an older adult's beliefs to exploit the person, attacking the person's beliefs, or not allowing the person to participate in religious events and activities. 3. Spiritual or Religious Abuse 4. Sexual Abuse Image by robertav1 - www.freepik.com "My husband has always been very controlling. He has never hit me, but lately he pressures me for sex. He won't let me sleep until I give in." "My neighbour is a widower who brings my groceries because we both live so far out of town. Since my husband died he has started hugging and touching me even though I ask him not to. He calls it his "delivery fee."" "My nephew and his girlfriend live with me. They have sex anywhere they please and don't close the door even when I am home. I have asked them repeatedly to be more private, but they laugh at me and call me a prude." It is sexual abuse if somebody forces an older adult to engage in sexual activity. This may include verbal or suggestive behaviour, not respecting personal privacy, and sexual intercourse.
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