Pretoria Council for the Care of the Aged

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Pretoria Council for the Care of the Aged Pretoria Care for the Aged is a registered non-profitable welfare organisation rendering services to the elderly in Pretoria and surrounding areas.

The Act on Older Persons, Act 13 of 2006, gives us the mandate to assist persons older than 60.

🧡 Passive neglect of older persons is a serious form of elder abuse.Passive neglect occurs when a caregiver fails to pro...
12/03/2026

🧡 Passive neglect of older persons is a serious form of elder abuse.

Passive neglect occurs when a caregiver fails to provide the basic care and necessities that an older person needs for their physical and mental well-being. This may not always be intentional, but it can still have harmful and sometimes life-threatening consequences.

⚠️ Examples of passive neglect include:• Withholding food, water, warmth, or medication• Failing to assist with basic hygiene or care• Abandoning an older person at home or in public

🚩 Warning signs to look out for:• Malnutrition or dehydration• Poor hygiene or dirty clothing• Unsafe or unsanitary living conditions

Older persons deserve respect, dignity, and proper care at all times. Recognising the signs of neglect can help protect vulnerable older adults in our communities.

đź“ž Report elder abuse:SAPS: 10111Department of Social Development / Older Persons Abuse Helpline: 0800 60 10 11

Let’s stand together to ensure every older person receives the care they deserve. 🤍

🚪 Social and physical isolation is a hidden form of elder abuse.Isolation happens when an older person is intentionally ...
11/03/2026

🚪 Social and physical isolation is a hidden form of elder abuse.

Isolation happens when an older person is intentionally cut off from family, friends, or the community. This can include preventing visitors, restricting phone calls, locking someone in a room, or abandoning them at home or in public places.

Loneliness and isolation can have serious effects on an older person’s mental and physical health, increasing the risk of depression, anxiety, and even premature death. According to the World Health Organization (2022), social isolation is a major risk factor for elder abuse and neglect.

⚠️ Warning signs may include:
• An older person not being allowed to see family or friends
• Someone else controlling their communication
• Sudden withdrawal from social activities
• Signs of loneliness, fear, or neglect

Everyone deserves dignity, connection, and care at every stage of life.

đź“ž Report elder abuse:
SAPS: 10111
Department of Social Development / Older Persons Abuse Helpline: 0800 60 10 11

Let’s work together to ensure no older person is left lonely or isolated. 🤍

đź’¸ Financial abuse of older persons is more common than many people realise.Financial or material abuse happens when some...
10/03/2026

đź’¸ Financial abuse of older persons is more common than many people realise.

Financial or material abuse happens when someone illegally or improperly uses an older person’s money, property, or assets without their full consent. This can include stealing money, misusing power of attorney, scams, or even forging signatures.

In South Africa, studies suggest that 1 in 10 older persons experience some form of abuse, and financial exploitation is one of the most commonly reported types (World Health Organization, 2022).

🚨 Warning signs may include:
• Unexplained withdrawals from bank accounts
• Missing belongings or money
• Sudden changes to wills or legal documents
• Someone controlling an older person’s finances

If you suspect elder abuse, it is important to speak up.

đź“ž Report elder abuse:
SAPS: 10111
Department of Social Development / Older Persons Abuse Helpline: 0800 60 10 11

Together we can protect the dignity, safety, and rights of older persons. 🤍

Over the next few posts, we will be diving deeper into the different types of elder abuse — including physical, emotiona...
09/03/2026

Over the next few posts, we will be diving deeper into the different types of elder abuse — including physical, emotional, financial abuse and neglect — so that we can better recognise the warning signs and know how to respond.

Together we can make a difference by listening, supporting, and reporting suspected abuse. Every older person deserves to age with respect and dignity. đź’ś

If you suspect elder abuse, report it to the Department of Social Development / SASSA toll-free number: 0800 60 10 11.

Elder abuse is real — and it’s happening closer to home than we think. 💜In South Africa, studies estimate that between 1...
02/03/2026

Elder abuse is real — and it’s happening closer to home than we think. 💜

In South Africa, studies estimate that between 1 in 6 and 1 in 10 older persons experience some form of abuse, yet many cases go unreported (World Health Organization, 2022; HelpAge International, 2021). Locally, research indicates that financial exploitation and neglect are among the most common forms of elder abuse in South African communities (South African Human Rights Commission, 2017).

Behind every statistic is a parent, grandparent, neighbour, or friend who deserves dignity, safety, and respect.

🚨 Know the signs.
🗣️ Speak up.
✊ Report it. End it.

đź“ž Report Elder Abuse:
• GBV Command Centre: 0800 428 428 (24/7)
• USSD callback: 1207867 #
• South African Police Service (Emergency): 10111
• South African Social Security Agency Fraud Line: 0800 60 10 11

📚 This week we will be exploring the different types of elder abuse — stay informed and help us protect older persons.

Address

Pretoria
0155

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 13:00

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+27795127063

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