Am I safe and respected? quiz
This short quiz is like a little personal check-up. It will help you by asking for your response to various statements.
Simply answer “Agree” or “Disagree” depending on your circumstances and find out how you are going.
I have the freedom to see family and friends when I want.
I am treated respectfully by my family and friends.
I know how much money I have in my bank account.
I can choose how and when my money is spent.
Decisions about my life are made according to my wishes.
I choose what happens in my home.
I receive the medical attention I need and know where my medication is.
Sounds like things are okay
Compass is a national website with information on a range of topics affecting older people from ageism through to financial planning, health and wellbeing, to enduring powers of attorney and more. If you know someone who needs help tackling elder abuse let them know about Compass.
Below are a few of the topics covered on Compass.
Losing the ability to stay in contact with family and friends can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more about personal freedom. Click below to read.
A lack of respect from family and friends can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more. Click below to read.
Not having access to your bank account details can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more.
Not being able to spend your money how you wish can be an example of elder abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more.
Not having the ability to control how you live your life can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more.
Not being able to decide what happens in your home can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more.
Not receiving the medical treatment and care you need can be an example of abuse. Here is a helpful article that explains more.