The Government of Alberta is supporting the fight against elder abuse.

Twenty five seniors groups, community organizations and municipalities across the province will receive a total of $1.2 million to help address and prevent elder abuse. 

"All Albertan have a role to play in eliminating elder abuse, and our government is doing our part." said Lori Sigurdson, Minister of Seniors and Housing.

Elder abuse can take several forms including financial, emotional, physical, and sexual. Often more than one type of abuse occurs at the same time.

The two most frequently identified and reported types of elder abuse in Canada are financial and emotional.

"When residents move in with us, we go over abuse, and in our building we have zero tolerance for abuse." said Kim Magarvey, Lifestyles Manager with The Hamlets at Cedarwood.

Funding recipients will work to address elder abuse by increasing the co-ordination of social workers, medical professionals, seniors groups and local police, for a more community-based response.

For more information and resources, visit the Government of Alberta's Elder Abuse Awareness website.