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Violence against elderly people in need of care in outpatien

Violence against people in need of care

In the case of people in need of care, the consequences of violence are often recognised too late or not at all, as they are usually unable to defend themselves due to health restrictions and the special relationship of dependency in which they find themselves. This is why it is often not reported. Even more than in the case of other forms of violence, it can be assumed that there is a large number of unreported cases.

Insecurities and overload can lead to violence against people in need of care by caring relatives or care professionals in domestic and inpatient care. Not everyone is always aware of what constitutes physical or psychological violence. Violence against people in need of care can also be the result of a long-lasting violent relationship in the family environment.

In addition to treating specific health disorders, health care can recognise and document the presence of violence and thus reduce long-term consequences. In cooperation with other supporting institutions, those in need of care can be helped and violence can be prevented.

The focus of the conference was on raising awareness. Experts in care and care law gave lectures on the topic of "Violence against people in need of care".

Conference programme

Conference documentation

The contributions of the speakers are deposited under their respective names.

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