Module 5 – Recovery from abuse and mistreatment

This module explores what recovery looks like for older people after abuse, the strategies and supports that can assist their healing, and the importance of self-care and support pathways for workers involved in the recovery process.

At the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:

• Explain the general principles of recovery, including holistic, culturally sensitive approaches and the importance of respecting autonomy, empowerment, and dignity of risk
• Identify strategies for physical, psychological, social, and financial recovery from elder abuse, including empowerment, self-efficacy, and legal responses
• Recognise the importance of self-care for recovery workers and available support pathways for individuals and support persons.