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During a parade in Kuujjuaq on June 21st Tapia Arreak & Erica Lemire from the Dancing Generation Youth Group were busy giving out purple ribbons and "Hug an Elder Today" posters.<br />
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not providing an elder with water, food, shelter, clothing, medication<br />
or medical attention).<br />
In some situations, the abuse may also result from addictions (drugs,<br />
alcohol or gambling), mental health problems<br />
and a cycle of family violence. For<br />
aboriginal communities, the problem<br />
may be compounded by: a lack of housing,<br />
overcrowding, poverty, isolation, and<br />
rapid transition from a traditional way<br />
of life. (Ref. Quebec Action Plan for the<br />
Elimination of Elder Abuse, 2010-2015).<br />
Some studies suggest that the<br />
most prevalent type of abuse is neglect.<br />
Although most of elder abuse goes<br />
undetected, financial abuse is reported<br />
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In Kangiqsualujjuaq 27 elders enjoyed a special feast and<br />
school children made two big banners for World Elder Abuse<br />
Awareness Day.<br />
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most frequently. There are many reasons<br />
why elders may be reluctant to<br />
disclose the abuse. The seniors affected<br />
may feel ashamed or embarrassed to<br />
admit that someone whom they trust<br />
is abusing them. Moreover, they may<br />
be afraid of retaliation, punishment or<br />
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