POLICE ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA 97 Case Studies The following case is not a true story, but is based on situations that people often hear about when they are working with senior abuse cases. Mrs. Scott (75 years old) lives in rural Nova Scotia. Her oldest daughter, Joyce (54 years old), moved back home five years ago, after Mrs. Scott’s husband died. Over the past year, Joyce lost her job and started drinking more than usual. Mrs. Scott is very worried about her daughter. She depends on her to go to the grocery store, her doctor’s appointments, and card night at the local recreation centre. When Joyce’s car broke down and couldn’t be repaired, she asked her mother to co-sign a loan for her new car. Joyce convinced her mother that it was the only way she could get a car. And without a car, Joyce wouldn’t be able to continue to help her with her errands. Joyce also convinced Mrs. Scott to apply for credit cards to help her through this rough time without work. Mrs. Scott pays the credit card bills, but it is becoming a financial burden on her to continue to pay her daughter’s debts. Mrs. Scott doesn’t want Joyce to be angry with her or to stop helping her, so she feels like she has to continue to support Joyce through this difficult time. 1. SEE it! Do you see possible signs of abuse? If so, what are the signs? What might be happening? Financial abuse Emotional abuse Violation of right Sexual abuse Neglect Physical abuse Would you hesitate to name it? If so, why? What would help you overcome your hesitation? 2. CHECK it! How could you check this situation?What might you ask?Who might you ask?What other help is available? Before you act, ask yourself: What are the safety issues? Am I being respectful?
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