Domestic abuse and elder abuse are rampant across Canada, including the Toronto area. Today, half of all Canadian women have experienced physical or sexual violence at some point in their lives after age 16.
Elder abuse is another form of violence that is not reported as often as domestic abuse between partners. Elderly family members are abused physically, emotionally, and financially by family members or caretakers.
Sadly, instances of domestic abuse and elder abuse have spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic. Couples and families have been isolated for a long time, and people who might otherwise have left their partners find it difficult to begin new lives. Isolation makes it easier for abusers to hide their activities, and it makes it less likely that victims will receive help.
According to the Globe and Mail, calls to domestic violence hotlines from women who are victims of abuse increased rapidly since the start of the pandemic in March 2020.
Investigation Hotline provides private investigation and detective services for all victims of domestic abuse and elder abuse in the greater Toronto area and beyond. With a trusted firm at hand, abused people are more likely to be able to build a court case, ensuring that their abusers receive the full penalty of the law.
Calling the hotline helps victims get out of bad situations. The company explains its services and how it can help to protect vulnerable people from being mistreated.
Services
The company offers detective and private investigation services to residents of Oakville, Vaughn, and all other local cities. The company also offers forensic investigation, anonymous threat protection, and detecting cases of fraud and identity theft. Other services that may be useful to victims of violence include custody issues, tracking and surveillance, and litigation support.
Elder Abuse and Financial Fraud
Seniors are particularly vulnerable to elder abuse in the form of financial fraud. Unscrupulous family members or caretakers may take control of an elder’s financial accounts without their permission or may threaten them into giving up their money or control of their affairs. This is especially true when an elder is experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer’s or dementia. The abuser may accomplish all of their goals while the victim is in a long-term care home or while they are being cared for at home.
Frequently, those who abuse the elderly use counterfeiting and signature theft to accomplish their goals. Unfortunately, this type of abuse occurs in the Vaughn area as well as all other parts of Canada. The company provides forensic analysis of handwriting and counterfeiting to prove that the elder did not authorize the transactions, meaning that it is easier to prosecute the abuser for fraud.
Speaking Up for Elders
Elder protection agencies in Oakville and across Canada are responsible for helping seniors get control of their lives again, or in some cases, making sure that a trusted relative or friend is in charge of their estate in the event that they are no longer mentally capable of managing it themselves.
Nationally, the Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA) advances policies to keep elders safe. It also connects people with much-needed research and ensures that reliable information is being exchanged.
There are many agencies that are dedicated to helping Ontario seniors recover from the dangers of elder abuse. One of these agencies is ACE or the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly. This agency provides free legal help to seniors who need it.
The Problem of Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is far more common in Canada than most people realize. The victims are usually women and children, though men can also be victimized. Abuse ranges from physical abuse to emotional and financial abuse. Many women, in particular, are afraid to leave their homes when they are being abused by a domestic partner. This may be the result of the abuser’s attempt to control them in every possible way. During the COVID pandemic, it is also difficult for women to find new housing for themselves and their families.
Investigation Hotline can help women in Mississauga and across Ontario by establishing a connection with a caring person who can help them escape their bad situation. The company will collect any kind of evidence needed, including tracking the abuser’s movements, providing documentation of injuries and controlling behaviour, and supporting litigation in court.
Domestic Abuse Online
One of the company’s most unique offerings is protection against online domestic abuse for residents in the Mississauga area. Technology is another avenue where abusers can try to control their victims. Victims may be prevented from contacting their friends and family, or they may be forced to send constant updates to their abuser who does not trust them. They can also be blackmailed or coerced into sharing or posting sensitive photos or other damaging information. This can have far-reaching effects on a victim’s personal and social lives as well as creating long-lasting trauma.
Protecting domestic abuse victims against online exploitation can be difficult, but Investigation Hotline takes their job seriously. They are able to analyze a victim’s social media accounts and determine their vulnerabilities while protecting them from their abusers’ influence.
Understanding the Abuse Epidemic
Domestic abuse and elder abuse are a hidden epidemic in Canada. Many people do not know who they should reach out to in an attempt to receive help for their problems. Investigation Hotline is able to step in and make sure that abused people of any age are able to get away from their abusers and see that they are punished to the full extent of the law.
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