A House Divided: Caregiver Stress and Elder Abuse
Through 4 moving portraits, this short documentary sheds light on the tragedy of caregiver stress and elder abuse. The abuse takes many forms, ranging from wilful neglect and financial exploitation to physical assault. The film portrays the emotional complexity of family relationships that can lead to abuse of the elderly, the anguish and isolation of its victims, and the need for community understanding and support.
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A House Divided: Caregiver Stress and Elder Abuse, Lyn Wright, provided by the National Film Board of Canada
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Credits
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directorLyn Wright
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scriptLyn Wright
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narratorLyn Wright
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producerSilva Basmajian
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executive producerJohn Spotton
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cinematographyJohn WalkerDavid MeyersCharles Konowal
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soundRoss RedfernStephen LongstrethMichael Mirus
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editingJohn Kramer
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sound editingEva Jaworska
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re-recordingJack Heeren
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musicRandolph Peters
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