The Cyprus Third Age Observatory condemns "in the strongest possible terms", the robbery and beating of an elderly man[/B] in Limassol by two minors.
In a statement, the Observatory said that "for the umpteenth time society is witnessing another incident of violence against people of the third age, who are unable to react to cases of physical, verbal and psychological violence, neglect, isolation and age bullying behaviours in all its forms".
"Society must react immediately and decisively to protect this vulnerable population group, since the State itself cannot do so," he adds, stressing that "once again, the elderly are becoming the easy target because some people think they can do it undisturbed and without consequences."
Finally, the Cyprus Third Age Observatory calls on the State to implement best practices and programmes against elder abuse and against ageism, so that the elderly of Cyprus can be safe and age with dignity.
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