Grey Bruce Elder Abuse Prevention Network

Site: Grey and Bruce Counties

Record #: GRE1575
Last Modified: 12 Feb 2026
Last Full Update: 11 Feb 2026

Description

Description (Service)

A group of organizations dedicated to increasing the community's capacity to respond to elder abuse. Elder abuse can include but is not limited to neglect and physical, financial, sexual, emotional/psychological and systemic/institutional mistreatment of older adults.

The GBEAPN provides public education about elder abuse. Presentations can be arranged for weekdays, evenings, and weekends by contacting Angela Yenssen, chair of the GBEAPN.

For further information about elder abuse, please visit the website for Grey Bruce Public Health at https://www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Injury-Prevention/Seniors-Health/Elder-Abuse-Prevention

If someone is being abused or has concerns about someone being abused, call 2-1-1 to connect with supports.

Service Details

Hours Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm, weekend and evening presentations can be arranged.
Areas Served Bruce County ; Grey County
Eligibility No restrictions
Application Phone, email or visit website for information.
Languages English
Fees None

Address and Location

Address & Map
Grey and Bruce Counties, ON
Canada
Physical Access Not applicable

Contact information

Office Phone 519-370-2200 ext 33
E-Mail angela.yenssen@gbclc.clcj.ca
Website www.publichealthgreybruce.on.ca/Your-Health/Injury-Prevention/Seniors-Health/Elder-Abuse-Prevention
Primary Contact Angela Yenssen, Chair - Grey Bruce Elder Abuse Prevention Network

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