Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Background and Purpose

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Intended uses of this reference document
1.3 Significance of the issue of safety and security

Chapter 2: Vulnerability in Later Life

2.1 Population ageing
2.2 Risk conditions affecting seniors safety and security
2.3 Discrimination based on age as a risk to the safety and security of seniors

Chapter 3: Injury Among Seniors

3.1 Incidence and prevalence
3.2 Consequences
3.3 Issues for action

Chapter 4: Elder Abuse

4.1 Incidence and prevalence
4.2 Consequences
4.3 Issues for action

Chapter 5: Crimes Against Seniors

5.1 Incidence and Prevalence
5.2 Consequences
5.3 Issues for Action

Chapter 6: Checklist for Improving Safety and Security for Seniors

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