The NWT Network to Prevent Abuse of Older Adults (NWTNPAOA) is comprised of NWT residents who advocate for older adult abuse awareness and prevention. Currently we have over 50 members, including representatives from: non-profit organizations, service-providers, GNWT Departments, and community members. Our vision is that older adults live in safe, caring communities where there is zero tolerance o
f abuse and neglect. The goal is that abuse of older adults throughout the Northwest Territories is not tolerated and networks are established at the community and regional level to support older adults to be safe and secure in their home (including: long term care facilities; extended care; owned or leased private residences; supported living facilities; etc.). The objectives connected with this goal are to:
◾Promote education and awareness about abuse of older adults throughout the NWT.
◾Support the development of Community and Regional Support Networks to respond to and prevent abuse of older adults.
◾Encourage training in identification, intervention and prevention strategies for front-line services providers and caregivers.
◾Develop a Communications Strategy to address the issue of abuse of older adults throughout the NWT.
◾Serve as a resource for information about referral and intervention services in the Northwest Territories.
◾Seek funding to continue the work to prevent abuse of older adults
◾Establish linkages with other jurisdictions.
◾Promote the development of an NWT strategy to prevent abuse of older adults.
◾Explore and recommend appropriate legislative, policy and other approaches to address abuse of older adults.
◾Promote research into the root causes of abuse of older adults.
◾Advocate on behalf of older adults on the issue of abuse and neglect.
