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Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults: Awareness Information for People in the Workplace
by Flora MacLeod and Brenda Dafoe
This handbook is a step by step guide for planning and carrying out a one hour introductory session on the abuse and neglect of older adults. It includes basic information on the abuse and neglect of older adults, ideas for introductions, suggestions for what to say on a topic, an agenda, quiz answers, activity ideas and handouts. The material is organized in a simple, non-technical format. 1994, 36 p. |
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Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults in Institutional Settings: A Discussion Paper Building from English Language Resources
by Charmaine Spencer
This discussion paper provides an overview of English language literature on policy and practice issues concerning abuse and neglect of older adults in institutional settings. It identifies key aspects of a caring environment, characteristics of institutional life which may lead to abuse and neglect, procedures for identifying, reporting, investigating and documenting abuse, ways to intervene and prevention strategies. 1994, 101 p. |
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Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults in Institutional Settings: A Discussion Paper Building from French Language Resources
by Charmaine Spencer
This discussion paper provides an overview of French language literature on policy and practice issues concerning abuse and neglect in institutional settings. It examines the role of institutions and caregivers in terms of prevention, detection and intervention. 1995, 32 p. |
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Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults in Institutional Settings: An Annotated Bibliography
by Charmaine Spencer and Marie Beaulieu This annotated bibliography provides an overview of selected English and French language materials published in Canada and North America. The resources highlight abuse and neglect of older adults in institutions and note the similarities and differences with abuse and neglect in community settings. It includes references covering four different areas: introductory issues; causes, identification and assessment; intervention; and, prevention.1994, 97 p. |
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Intergenerational Conflict and the Prevention of Abuse Against Older Persons
by J.A. Tindale, J.E. Norris, R. Berman and S. Kuiack
This report examines the literature on elder abuse based on two specific questions as: Is it likely that the social construction of parent-child relationships over the family life cycle is associated with child-to-parent elder abuse later on? If so, are there preventive strategies that families and practitioners can consider? 1994, 20 p. |
Child Abuse and Neglect
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Child Welfare in Canada:
The Role of Provincial and Territorial Authorities in Cases of Child Abuse
by Federal-Provincial Working Group on Child and Family Services Information
This report outlines the roles and responsibilities of provincial and territorial child welfare authorities. Following an overview section on child welfare legislation, service delivery systems, and reporting procedures, separate chapters identify specific provisions in each province with respect to: administration and service delivery; mandatory reporting and investigation of alleged child abuse or neglect; voluntary agreements and court-ordered protection; descriptions of child abuse registers; and child abuse and neglect protocols. 1994, 201 p. |
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Parent-Child Relationships: Children -Fact Sheet
by Daniéle Fréchette
This fact sheet provides parents and caregivers with useful information on children's development and needs. It describes the stages of a child's growth and suggests how parents can provide emotional support and help their children develop positive self-esteem. It also explains how children express their feelings through behaviour and where families can find support and resources. 1993, 8 p |
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Parent-Child Relationships: Parents - Fact Sheet
by Daniéle Fréchette
This fact sheet focuses on the role of the parent and presents ideas on how to develop a healthy parent-child relationship. Among the topics covered are the following: understanding yourself as a parent; building trust and open communication with your child; setting rules through example and explanation; use of reward or punishment; factors behind children's aggressive behaviour; and, recommended supports and resources for parents. 1993, 8 p |
Child Sexual Abuse
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Child Sexual Abuse - Professional Training and Public Education - A Review of Projects Funded by the Family Violence Prevention Division, Health Canada, 1990-93
by Catherine Ryerse
This report, commissioned by the Policy Circle on Child Sexual Abuse, reviews thirty-five projects funded through the Family Violence Prevention Division to address professional training and public education in the area of child sexual abuse. Intended audience: researchers, service providers and policy/program developers. 1993, 36 p. |
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Reaching For Solutions: Summary Report of the Special Advisor to the Minister of National Health and Welfare on Child Sexual Abuse in Canada
by Rix Rogers
This document presents the essential conclusions and recommendations of the full report by Rix Rogers on federal child sexual abuse strategies. It includes an overview of challenges for child sexual abuse prevention in Canada, a list of recommendations, and an implementation work plan. 1990, 59 p. |
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Reaching For Solutions: Report of the Special Advisor to the Minister of National Health and Welfare on Child Sexual Abuse in Canada
by Rix Rogers
Based on consultations with 1,600 people across Canada over a two-year period, this report proposes a long-range strategy for federal child sexual abuse initiatives, their implementation and coordination. Rix Rogers presents 74 recommendations for action in the following areas: public awareness and primary prevention, government structures, role of the justice system, counselling services for victims and offenders, education and research, Aboriginal communities, and the different needs of children who are marginalized. 1990, 190 p. |
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Treatment Programs for Child Sexual Abuse Victims in Canada:
A Selected Inventory Of Integrated Programs That Have Been Evaluated
by the National Youth In Care Network
This document describes seven evaluated integrated treatment programs which provide services for child sexual abuse victims as well as for family members, adult survivors and/or offenders. The method and results for each project’s evaluation are provided along with information on the sponsoring agency, project background, objectives and theoretical principles, and intervention services. 1993, 65 p. |
Intimate Partner Abuse Against Women
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Intimate Partner Abuse Against Men
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Family Violence
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Annual Report 1997-1998
by National Clearinghouse on Family Violence |
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Annual Report 1998-1999
by National Clearinghouse on Family Violence |
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Four Variations of Family Violence: A Review of Sociological Research
by Walter S. DeKeseredy
This report provides a brief review of American and Canadian sociological literature on four forms of family violenc
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, and parental violence towards adolescents. The first and largest section, subtitled "Self-defense or husband abuse?", presents the debate on violence against men by female partners. Conclusions and recommendations for further research are provided along with a list of references. Intended audience: researchers, policy makers. 1993, 14 p. |
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Improving Child and Family Welfare: A Summary and Reconsideration of 11 Recent national Welfare Grants...
This paper examines 11 demonstration projects in light of the prevention, empowerment, and social linkage goals of National Welfare Grants' funding program. Five of the projects deal with child sexual abuse, either in terms of effective response or treatment approaches. Three consider child welfare issues related to indirect or secondary abuse: children who witness violence and children who are taken into alternative care. The final trio of projects test family support models which promote parental social networks or pro-family neighbourhood structures. The content and findings of each project are summarized along with a discussion of the broad implications for policy makers in the social service field. 1994, 31 p. |
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A Resource Guide on Family Violence Issues for Aboriginal Communities
by David McTimoney
This resource kit presents a framework for understanding and responding to family violence in Aboriginal communities. It answers common questions about family violence and describes a spiritual model of recovery which connects individuals, communities and the environment. It also gives examples of how this approach can be applied to strategies for healing, such as mobilizing community participation, prevention activities, public education, policy making, crisis intervention, and professional training. 1993, 46 p.
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Violence in Aboriginal Communities
by Emma D. LaRocque
This paper provides a valuable discussion of family violence as it affects Aboriginal women, teenagers, and children, with a particular focus on sexual violence. It analyzes the roots of family violence and the isolation of Aboriginal women and proposes strategies to eliminate abuse and achieve justice. Intended audience: researchers, policy makers, and service providers. 1993, 18 p. |
