Elder-abuse handbook launched CMAJ 1997;157:130 © 1997 Canadian Medical Association Canada's first handbook to help professionals and volunteers identify and deal with elder abuse has been developed by the Calgary-based Kerby Centre. Golden Years -- Hidden Fears: Elder Abuse is a 125-page book that covers issues such as the characteristics of abusers, assessment of elder abuse and useful agencies to help those who have been abused. Author Virginia Boyack works with seniors at the Kerby Centre, an agency developed to meet the needs of people over age 60. It is estimated that 4% of seniors experience abuse and the problem may worsen as the number of Canadians reaching old age grows. The book is available for $24.95, including GST, shipping and handling, from the Kerby Centre, 1113 - 7th Ave. SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1B2; 403 265-0661 x328; (fax) 403 264-7047. Send a letter to the editor responding to this article Envoyez une lettre à la rédaction au sujet de cet article | CMAJ July 15, 1997 (vol 157, no 2) / JAMC le 15 juillet 1997 (vol 157, no 2) |