This book brings together international research from scholars and activists on the forms of violence that older women experience into a unique, comprehensive two-volume set. This volume is concerned with understanding the consequences and impacts of violence against older women. The majority of policy and practice has been developed to reflect the dynamics and contexts of violence affecting young women, and most of the available support services had focused on the needs of those of child-bearing age. This volume sheds light on the specific needs and effectiveness of responses to violence against older women, and identifies both challenges and opportunities for developing services that meet older survivor's needs. It will be of interest to researchers in social and health care, gerontology, sociology and social policy, feminist research and criminology.

1. Introduction

2. Promoting Justice For Older Victims Of Domestic Violence
3. Practitioner Preparedness For Working With Older Women
4. They Come With A Package Of Issues
5. Overcoming Barriers: Exploring Specialist Interventions For Supporting Older Women To Escape Domestic Violence And Abuse
6. Sexual Violence Against Older Women: Documenting The Practices Of Aged Care Service Providers
7. Quality Of Life Of Abused Older Women: Moderating Influence Of Coping Mechanisms
8. Serious Leisure As A Strategy To Reduce Loneliness And Social Isolation: A Preventive Response To Elderly Women Abuse
9. Empowering Older Women: Social Work Intervention With Survivors Of Violence
10. Conclusion.