Work undertaken in Canada suggests that approximately 70 % of elder abuse is perpetrated against women .
This is supported by evidence from the AEA helpline in the UK , which identifies women as victims in 67 % of calls .
Work undertaken in Canada suggests that approximately 70 % of elder abuse is perpetrated against women and this is supported by evidence from the AEA helpline in the UK , which identifies women as victims in 67 % of calls .